Welding Symbols & Arrow Side
The size of a fillet weld appears to the (right) or (left) of the symbol?
Right
Give the letter designation for Shielded Metal Arc Welding
SMAW
What is the outer visible surface of a fillet weld called?
Weld Face
What should you be wearing at all times when in the welding lab?
What is the minimum recommended shade lens for SMAW welding?
Shade 10
When the weld symbol is below the reference line, where should the weld be placed?
Arrow Side
Give the letter designation for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
GTAW
A fillet weld with an outward, rounded face is called a?
Convex weld
What should be checked before turning on a welding machine?
Power source and grounding
Why should leather gloves be worn when welding?
Protects from burns, UV radiation, and sparks
When a weld symbol appears on both sides of the reference line, where is the weld required?
Both Sides
What is the abbreviation for automatic welding?
UA
A fillet weld with an inward-curved face is called a?
Concave Weld
What polarity is used for most SMAW applications?
DC Electrode Positive (DCEP) or Reverse Polarity
What is the number on the side of safety glasses that indicates they are impact-resistant and recommended for use in the shop?
Z87
The letter designation to show the welding process is always placed: (above the reference line), (below the reference line) or (in the tail bracket)?
In the tail bracket
What is the abbreviation for semiautomatic welding?
SA
What is the edge of the weld where it meets the base metal?
Weld Toe
What determines voltage settings in GMAW welding?
Material thickness and wire speed
What should you do before striking an arc in a shared workspace?
Warn others and ensure proper eye protection
What is the term for the internal area of a fillet weld, where the two base metals meet?
What is the abbreviation for mechanized welding?
ME
What is the main risk of excessive convexity in a fillet weld?
Stress concentration leading to cracking
What happens if amperage is set too high for a fillet weld?
Excessive penetration, burn-through, or distortion
What is the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to wear when welding to protect yourself from UV radiation?
Welding helmet with the appropriate lens shade, protective gloves, and flame-resistant clothing