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What is the coating of the filler rod in shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) made of?
What is the coating of the filler rod in shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) made of?
- Powdered cellulose, oxides, carbonates, and silicate binder (correct)
- Iron, steel, and manganese
- Rubber, plastics, and metal powders
- Tungsten, copper, and aluminum oxide
Why is shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) considered versatile but not automatable?
Why is shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) considered versatile but not automatable?
- High cost of equipment
- Complexity of the process
- Limited length of the electrode (correct)
- Requirement of specialized training
What is the purpose of the shielding gas in gas metal arc welding (GMAW)?
What is the purpose of the shielding gas in gas metal arc welding (GMAW)?
- To remove impurities from the base metal
- To cool down the welding area
- To provide protection for the weld from atmospheric contamination (correct)
- To increase the speed of the welding process
What must be done to the melted flux or slag at the weld in shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW)?
What must be done to the melted flux or slag at the weld in shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW)?
What is the composition of the consumable wire electrode in gas metal arc welding (GMAW)?
What is the composition of the consumable wire electrode in gas metal arc welding (GMAW)?
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SMAW Electrode Coating
SMAW Electrode Coating
Powdered cellulose, oxides, carbonates, and silicate binder.
SMAW Automation
SMAW Automation
The limited length of the electrode makes it difficult to automate.
GMAW Shielding Gas Purpose
GMAW Shielding Gas Purpose
To protect the weld from atmospheric contamination.
Removing Slag in SMAW
Removing Slag in SMAW
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GMAW Electrode Diameter
GMAW Electrode Diameter
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Study Notes
Shielded-Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- The coating of the filler rod in SMAW is made of flux, which protects the arc and molten metal from the atmosphere.
- SMAW is considered versatile because it can be used in various applications, such as repair and maintenance work, but not automatable because it requires manual skill and dexterity.
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- The purpose of the shielding gas in GMAW is to protect the arc and molten metal from the atmosphere, preventing porosity and oxidation.
- The consumable wire electrode in GMAW is typically composed of a solid wire made of the desired metal alloy.
Post-Welding Process in SMAW
- After welding, the melted flux or slag at the weld in SMAW must be chipped off to reveal the weld surface.
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