Welding Code for Stainless Steel Sheet Metal

[anhly]

I am interested to learn more about continuous welding code for stainless steel sheet metal. Where could I buy or obtain these codes via the interenet? Thanks in advance

 

[metengr]

Try AWS

http://www.aws.org/w/a/about/index.html

 

[GRoberts]

Usually the welding code is dictated by the end use of the produce, such as boilers (ASME), or airplane parts (D17.1), but for a general code that addresse stainless steel and sheet, a good staring point is AWS B2.1.

 

[gtaw]

AWS B2.1 is not a code, it is primarily a standard for qualifying welding procedures and welders.

AWS D1.6 is the structural welding code for stainless steel, but it is for materials 1/8 inch or thicker.

If I remember correctly, the structural sheet metal code is primarily for carbon steel. I have a copy around here somewhere, the the devil is trying to locate it.

Best regards - Al

Best regards - Al

 

[GRoberts]

Al,
Good point about the "Code". However, depending on the thicknesses being used, D1.6 could be applicable as it goes down to 1/16" (2mm) or 16 gage.