[mpete53]

I would like to limit the amount of stainless rod I keep in stock. Since I plan to weld mostly 316 stainless is it OK to use 316L rod as my do all stainless rod for 300 series stainless?

[LtBadd]

Using 316L for 304 is ok, other 300 series alloys I'm not sure without looking them up

[Poland308]

I stock 308 309 and 316. That gets me by on most stuff.

[exnailpounder]

I have heard you can use 309 on anything stainless. I use it alot.

[Rick_H]

If your welding 316 then 316L is the correct filler, mixed stainless and 309 is a good choice. If corrosion properties are important then 316L. However 316L is more brittle then say 308L filler on 304.

[mpete53]

thanks for your advice