Vocabulary
Stronger than the base metal alone
What is a solidified weld?
This is what kind of footwear that should be worn
steel toe boots?
If your bead has more of a V shape than a U shape, what should you do?
Slow down
The electrode holder is attached to this
What is the positive output?
What were the three graded assignment welds we completed in this class that we do after 2p?
p3 vertical plate, 2f t-plate, 3f vertical t-plate or 4f overhead t-plate
When the electrode comes in contact with the base piece
What needs to be worn underneath your welding helmet?
Z87 safety glasses
What is the purpose of slag?
To protect the weld
The ground clamp is attached to this
What is the negative output?
what type of steel have we been using?
Mild steel
Flux coated rod used to stick weld
What is an electrode?
What shade should the welding helmets be set at?
Shade 10
What is a chipping hammer used for?
Remove slag
When stick welding, what do you always need to check before you start?
Make sure that the electrode holder is plugged into the positive side
Before EVER striking an arc, what should you do if there are people around you?
Warn them!
Material that burns to protect the arc and weld while it cools
What is flux?
How should a welding cap be worn?
The flap should be on the opposite ear of your dominant hand
Where do you find electrode information such as general applications, amperage, and polarity?
On the box of the electrode
What should our amps be at for E6013 electrodes?
between 80-110 amps
What are the two ways to strike an arc?
1) Striking like a match
2) Tapping
Carries a welding current, becomes part of the weld
What is the core rod?
A welding helmet used that does not "auto-darken"
What is a fix shade welding helmet?
List 3 different kinds of techniques you can use to stick weld
Whip
Curlicue Weave
reverse c's
What are the welding machines that we have been using?
Lincoln Electric & Miller welding machines
SMAW stands for
What is Shielded Metal Arc Welding?