Welding Rods - Stainless 316 to mild steel

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CS - 25 Sep 2006 19:28 GMT

What arc welding rods are recommended to weld 316 to mild steel???

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Glenn Ashmore - 25 Sep 2006 20:12 GMT

When welding two different grades of steel always use the higher grade
filler. In this case that would be 316L rod.

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> What arc welding rods are recommended to weld 316 to mild steel???
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> TVMIA

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boat_dreams - 27 Sep 2006 04:35 GMT

> When welding two different grades of steel always use the higher grade
> filler. In this case that would be 316L rod.

Glenn is right in general. But which is more important for your
situation--corrosion resistance or toughness? 7018 low hydrogen or 6011
general purpose rod can be the better choice--depending on the joint.

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bushman - 26 Sep 2006 11:11 GMT

ask this question on sci.engr.joining.welding
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Welding Rods - Stainless 316 to mild steel