{"product_id":"ao2-stainless-steel-mig-welding-gas-300cf","title":"AO2 Stainless Steel MIG Welding Gas, 300 cu\/ft (Cylinder Size T, 50)","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePremium 98\/2 Argon\/Oxygen Stainless Steel MIG Welding Shielding Gas\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is product page is for ordering of gas only.  A Business account and cylinder rental agreement is required.  Please contact our sales team for more information.  support@canadaweldingsupply.ca, 1-888-817-3344\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_dea6c9cdc10f8c00\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eOur \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e98\/2 Argon\/Oxygen Stianless MIX A AO2 Shielding Gas Blend\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-purity, specialty mix engineered specifically for high-efficiency MIG (GMAW) welding of stainless steels. By combining 98% pure Argon with a precise 2% addition of Oxygen, this gas mixture overcomes the sluggish arc characteristics of pure argon without causing excessive surface oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eDesigned primarily for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003espray-transfer\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003epulsed-spray MIG welding\u003c\/b\u003e, this blend improves arc stability and dramatically lowers liquid metal surface tension. This allows molten stainless steel droplets to flow smoothly and wash neatly into the joint toes, producing clean, flat, high-strength welds with minimal post-weld discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnhanced Weld Pool Fluidity:\u003c\/b\u003e The 2% oxygen addition acts as an arc stabilizer, reducing liquid surface tension so the weld pool washes smoothly into sidewalls without undercutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreserves Corrosion Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Low oxygen levels keep oxide scale to an absolute minimum, protecting the underlying chromium content and reducing acid-pickling and wire-brushing cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOptimized for Spray \u0026amp; Pulsed Transfer:\u003c\/b\u003e Enables smooth, low-spatter spray transfer at lower voltage thresholds, keeping heat input manageable on thin-to-medium plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Bead Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Produces flat, smooth weld faces with fine tie-in, avoiding the steep, high-crown beads typically seen when MIG welding stainless with improper gas mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003ePrimary Welding Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-baot=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"100\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"100\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"100\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustenitic Stainless Steel (304, 304L, 316, 316L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8 inch (3 mm) and thicker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFood \u0026amp; beverage processing equipment, pharmaceutical piping, and kitchen fixtures.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerritic \/ Martensitic Stainless (409, 430)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to heavy plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAutomotive exhaust systems, catalytic converter shells, and industrial mufflers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Speed Spray\/Pulse MIG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-pass \u0026amp; robotic joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStructural stainless steel framing, tanks, pressure vessels, and marine hardware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Not recommended for short-circuit MIG transfer on thin stainless sheet metal (use a Helium Tri-Mix like 90% He \/ 7.5% Ar \/ 2.5% \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"\\text{CO}_2\" data-index-in-node=\"134\"\u003e$\\text{CO}_2$\u003c\/span\u003e instead to prevent burn-through).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e 98% Argon (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"\\text{Ar}\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e$\\text{Ar}$\u003c\/span\u003e), 2% Oxygen (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"\\text{O}_2\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e$\\text{O}_2$\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/b\u003e AWS A5.32 \/ ISO 14175-M13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCylinder Valve Outlet:\u003c\/b\u003e CGA 580 (Standard for Inert\/Mix Gases)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRecommended Transfer Mode:\u003c\/b\u003e Spray Transfer, Pulsed-Spray Transfer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGas Density:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"1.78\\text{ kg\/m}^3\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e$1.78\\text{ kg\/m}^3$\u003c\/span\u003e (heavier than air, providing excellent weld pool coverage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTDG Shipping \u0026amp; Logistic Profile (Canada)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTDG Shipping Name:\u003c\/b\u003e COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S. (Argon, Oxygen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUN Number:\u003c\/b\u003e UN1956\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrimary Class:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.2 (Non-flammable, non-toxic gas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazard Class: \u003c\/strong\u003eCA-2.2 (Non-flammable, non-toxic gas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypical Cylinder Fill Pressure:\u003c\/b\u003e 2,015 to 2,265 psi at 21DegC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003eGas Density:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavier than air (ensures excellent shielding coverage over the weld pool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, T, 50L 300CF\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1409mm \/ 55.5\" (Approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 228.6mm \/ 9\" (Approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Tare Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60.8kg \/ 134 lb (Approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003eCylinder Valve Outlet:\u003c\/b\u003e CGA 580 (Standard for Inert\/Mix Gases)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20,0\"\u003e⚠️ Safety \u0026amp; Handling Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Secure cylinders upright in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from high traffic and heat sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/b\u003e High-voltage spray welding on stainless steel generates chromium oxides in weld fumes. Always utilize local exhaust ventilation or a personal respirator system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAsphyxiant Hazard:\u003c\/b\u003e Argon-based mixtures displace oxygen in low or enclosed spaces. Ensure adequate room air exchange during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Canada Welding Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67235512942765,"sku":"CWS-300-NG AO2T","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2778\/4524\/files\/AO2_Stainless_Steel_MIG_Welding_Gas_300_cuft_Cylinder_Size_T_50.png?v=1792090289","url":"https:\/\/canadaweldingsupply.ca\/products\/ao2-stainless-steel-mig-welding-gas-300cf","provider":"Canada Welding Supply Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}