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E317L-16 stick electrode

Catalog-backed stainless stick electrode family for 317L applications where the WPS or data sheet calls for it.

Stick / SMAW Stainless steel AWS A5.4

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AWS Spec and Fit Notes

AWS familyAWS A5.4

Stainless steel covered electrodes for shielded metal arc welding.

ProcessStick / SMAW

stick electrode form. Confirm machine setup and polarity/current type for the exact product.

Common base metal path317 and 317L stainless

Stainless steel starting point; verify exact alloy and service conditions.

Common diameters3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

Use diameter, amperage, joint design, and position to narrow the final product search.

Search This AWS Grade by Brand

Open a brand page to search this same AWS classification by brand and diameter. Brand pages are organized for quick comparison and are not verified SKU lists yet.

Lincoln Electric E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 Hobart E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 Washington Alloy E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 Victory Alloy E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 Harris E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 Weldcote E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

 ESAB E317L-16 searches

3/32 in, 1/8 in, 5/32 in

Selection Notes

Verify corrosion environment, base grade, coating/current type, and manufacturer data sheet.

Use this as a starting point only. Confirm the WPS, code requirements, base metal grade, service conditions, and manufacturer data sheet before ordering or welding.

Nearby classifications to compare

E316L-16E309L-16

More Stainless steel Stick Pages

AWS A5.4 E308/308L-16

304 and 304L stainless

 AWS A5.4 E308L-16

304 and 304L stainless

 AWS A5.4 E309/309L-16

309 stainless and stainless-to-mild steel

 AWS A5.4 E309L-16

Stainless-to-mild steel and 309 stainless

 AWS A5.4 E312-16

Dissimilar steels and difficult repairs

 AWS A5.4 E316/316L-16

316 and 316L stainless

Use note: AWS classifications are used here as practical lookup keys. Always verify the current AWS specification, manufacturer data sheet, WPS, code requirements, base metal grade, shielding gas or current type, diameter, and package size before purchasing or welding.