Does stainless welding need preheat? How to match welding wire?｜Foshan Huili Metal Technology Co., Ltd.（佛山市惠利金属科技有限公司）

Conclusion：Austenitic generally no preheat, matching wire (308/316); duplex controls heat input & interpass, wire matches base.

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Selection notes

Austenitic generally no preheat, matching wire (308/316); duplex controls heat input & interpass, wire matches base.

Industry & scenario

Process, welding & surface

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