What is a weld Defect?
Any flaw that COMPROMISES the usefulness of a weldment.
Slag Inclusion
What is the acronym for Direct Current Electrode Positive
DCEP
Name 2 Reasons you get porosity
Entrapped gas "gas pockets" , insufficient gas coverage , dirty metal
' & " stand for what
Feet and inches
What is a Discontinuity?
Any abnormality of a weld.
Porosity
What does DCEN stand for?
Direct Current Electrode Negative
why does my rod get stuck
not enough amperage / improper striking technique
What is .5 of a foot
6"
Can a Discontinuity be a Defect?
Yes
Lack of Fusion
What welding Procedure Is notorious for Porosity?
MIG / SMAW
Why is it important to stack welding beads properly?
To insure a solid weld
What types of material can not be cut with oxy fuel process?
NONE FARRIS METAL
Is a Defect reparable?
Yes
Over Lap / Cold Roll / Cold Lap
What Is the rule on selecting the strength of the rod to weld with?
Equal to or Greater than the tinsel strength of base material.
why am I getting excessive spatter.
Long arcing
what does FCAW
Flux Core Arc Welding
Can you fail a weld test if you only have Discontinuities and no Defects??
Yes, To many Discontinuities Is considered a Defect.
Name 3 Defects
Lack of "root" Fusion / Excessive "Root" Penetration / Lack of penetration
Where can I find out these things while building a project?
Rod Type
Polarity
Parameters ( Amperage range )
WPS (Welding Procedure Specification)
work piece to hot , to high of amperage , travel speed to fast , long arcing , wrong rod angle
Solve the problem on the board. What would the pipe in the middle need to be cut at?
90 degree angle is 4.25" on center