What diameter is the Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30 available in, and how do I choose the right size?

The Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30 is available in 1/16 diameter. Rod diameter selection depends on the base metal thickness and the amperage being used: 1/16 in (1.6 mm) rods suit light gauge up to 3/16 in at 60–130A; 3/32 in (2.4 mm) rods cover 3/16 in–1/2 in material; 1/8 in (3.2 mm) rods are used for heavier sections at 130–250A+. As a general rule, rod diameter should be close to or slightly smaller than base metal thickness.

What shielding gas should I use with the Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30?

TIG welding shielding gas selection: use pure argon (99.995% purity) for most TIG applications including steel, stainless, aluminum, and titanium. Helium additions (25–75% He/Ar mix) increase heat input and travel speed for heavy section work and aluminum welding where higher deposition is needed. Never use CO2 or mixed gases designed for MIG welding in TIG torches.

What is the AWS classification of the Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30?

TIG filler rods carry an AWS classification (e.g., ER70S-2 for mild steel, ER308L for 304 stainless, ER4043 for aluminum) that specifies the chemical composition and mechanical properties of the deposited weld metal. Always verify the AWS class when writing or qualifying a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) for code work.

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Q: What is the Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30 used for?

Stainless TIG rod is used for GTAW (TIG) welding of stainless steel base metals. Match the filler alloy to the base material: ER308L for 304/308 stainless, ER309L for dissimilar welds (stainless to carbon steel), ER316L for marine and chemical service, ER317L for higher corrosion resistance than 316L. Using the wrong filler can reduce corrosion resistance at the weld zone.

Q: How should I store the Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30 to maintain weld quality?

TIG filler rods are typically sold in 36 in lengths in 1 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, and 25 lb tubes. Store rods in their original sealed tubes in a dry location. Stainless and nickel alloy rods are particularly moisture-sensitive — exposure to humidity can introduce hydrogen and cause porosity or cracking. Never leave opened rod tubes exposed to damp air.

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Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30

316LSi stainless steel TIG (GTAW) welding alloy has similar usage as TIG 316L, but the 0.65-1.00% silicon content improves wash and wetting behavior in the gas shielded welding processes. Conforms to AWS A5.9.

Features

Stainless steel 316LSi TIG welding rod welds low carbon molybdenum-bearing austenitic alloys
Lower carbon content (0.03% maximum) resists carbide precipitation that can cause weld corrosion
Higher 0.65-1.00% silicon content improves the wetting and washing behavior of the weld metal, yielding a smoother bead in the gas-shielded welding process
88,000 psi tensile strength (as welded)
58,000 psi yield strength (as welded)
37% elongation (as welded);68% reduction of area (as welded)
85 HRB Rockwell B hardness (as welded)
160 HB Brinell hardness (as welded)
95 ft./lb. @ room temperature Charpy V (as welded)
Conforms to ANSI/AWS A5.9 & ASME SFA 5.9 ER 316LSi

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Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30

Features

Stainless steel 316LSi TIG welding rod welds low carbon molybdenum-bearing austenitic alloys
Lower carbon content (0.03% maximum) resists carbide precipitation that can cause weld corrosion
Higher 0.65-1.00% silicon content improves the wetting and washing behavior of the weld metal, yielding a smoother bead in the gas-shielded welding process
88,000 psi tensile strength (as welded)
58,000 psi yield strength (as welded)
37% elongation (as welded);68% reduction of area (as welded)
85 HRB Rockwell B hardness (as welded)
160 HB Brinell hardness (as welded)
95 ft./lb. @ room temperature Charpy V (as welded)
Conforms to ANSI/AWS A5.9 & ASME SFA 5.9 ER 316LSi

Harris TIG Rod 1/16"

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Harris 316LSI Stainless TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/16 X 36 X 10 - 316ST30

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