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What is not required for SMAW process?

Gas Supply

What electrode is not suitable for all positions?

E7024

An engine-driven generator without a rectifier produces what form of current?

AC

What is an incorrect statement about an E7018 electrode?

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The distance from the molten tip of the SMAW electrode to the surface of the weld pool should be...

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Which group of electrodes is of low hydrogen type?

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"Arc Blow" is caused by?

<p>Magnetic forces associated with direct current</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Duty Cycle" is a term used to indicate the...

<p>Percentage of time in a 10 min period a machine can operate at rated output</p> Signup and view all the answers

When the welding machine is set to DECP, current flows (-,+) from the _______ to the ________.

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Which (of the following) welding cable sizes is the largest?

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Rectifiers are noted for their ability to...

<p>Change A/C to D/C</p> Signup and view all the answers

In North America, alternating current changes direction...

<p>60 times per second also known as 60 Hz</p> Signup and view all the answers

In order to reduce waste and control cost, you should weld until the electrode is...

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The last digit in the electrode classification E7018 indicates...

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The E7024 electrode can be used in...

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The electrode classification that indicates a deep penetrating electrode that can be used with AC is...

<p>E6011</p> Signup and view all the answers

Back stepping at the end of the weld with the SMAW process...

<p>helps prevent crater cracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first 2 digits of the electrode classification indicates...

<p>Minimum tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

An E6010 deep penetrating electrode belongs to which F group?

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SMAW and GTAW machines both use...

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GMAW and FLAW machines use...

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When terminating a weld, the welding codes require that the crater be filled to the ________ of the weld.

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In E8018 what does the 80 stand for?

<p>Tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

In E8018 what does the 1 stand for?

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In E8018 what does the second 8 position relate to?

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E6013 is characterized by...

<p>All, Titania Potassium, AC,DCEP,DCEN, Shallow penetration</p> Signup and view all the answers

E7024 is used for...

<p>Flat, Hor. Fillet, Titania Iron Powder, AC,DCEP,DCEN, Medium penetration, fast deposit</p> Signup and view all the answers

E7018 is noted for...

<p>All, Iron Powder Low-Hydrogen, AC,DCEP, Shallow to Medium Penetration</p> Signup and view all the answers

E6010 is used for...

<p>All, Cellulose Sodium, DCEP, Deep Penetration, Flat Beads</p> Signup and view all the answers

SMAW equipment is portable because the welding machines can be powered with gasoline or diesel engines.

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Excessive spatter and undercutting of weld joints can be caused by current values being set too high.

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How many fillet weld gauges are there?

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What is the welding current range for 3/32" 7018 Hyundai Electrodes?

<p>F 60-90 V, OH 50-80</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

SMAW

Shielded Metal Arc Welding, does not need gas supply.

E7024 Electrode

Not suitable for vertical or overhead positions.

Engine-driven Generators

Provide alternating current (AC) without rectifiers.

E7018 Misconception

E7018 electrodes can be used in various positions, not just flat and horizontal.

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Electrode Distance

Ideal distance from molten tip to weld pool is one electrode diameter.

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Low-Hydrogen Electrodes

Includes E7015, E7016, and E7018.

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Arc Blow

Occurs due to magnetic forces in DC welding.

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Duty Cycle

Percentage of time a machine can operate at rated output in 10 minutes.

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DCEP Current Flow

Current flows from workpiece to electrode.

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Welding Cable Size

Largest welding cable size compared is #2/0.

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Rectifiers

Convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).

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AC Frequency in North America

AC changes direction 60 times per second, known as 60 Hz.

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Electrode Usage Efficiency

Use electrodes down to their classification numbers to minimize waste and costs.

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E7018 Classification

Last digit indicates flux type and type of current.

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E7024 Suitability

Suitable for flat and horizontal fillet welds.

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E6011 Characteristics

Known for deep penetration and can be used with AC.

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Back Stepping Technique

Prevents crater cracking at the end of a weld.

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Electrode Classification Strength

First two digits indicate minimum tensile strength.

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E6010 Classification

Classified under group F3 for deep penetration.

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SMAW and GTAW Machines

Operate on constant current.

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GMAW and FLAW Machines

Use constant voltage.

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Weld Crater Requirement

Welding codes require filling a weld crater to the cross-section of the weld when terminating.

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E8018 Specifications

In E8018, '80' signifies tensile strength, '1' represents the weld position.

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E6013 Versatility

Known for shallow penetration and versatility in current options (AC, DCEP, DCEN).

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E7024 Characteristics

Iron powder type with medium penetration and fast deposit rate.

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E7018 Penetration

Low-hydrogen, providing shallow to medium penetration characteristics.

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SMAW Equipment Portability

SMAW equipment is portable, can be powered by gasoline or diesel engines.

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High Current Problems

Excessive spatter and undercutting occur when current values are set too high.

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Fillet Weld Gauges

There are seven different gauges for measuring fillet welds.

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Welding Current Range for E7018

For 3/32" 7018 Hyundai electrodes, F 60-90 volts and OH 50-80 amps.

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Study Notes

SMAW Welding Process Essentials

  • SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) does not require a gas supply for operation.
  • The E7024 electrode is not suitable for vertical or overhead positions.
  • Engine-driven generators without rectifiers provide alternating current (AC).
  • E7018 electrodes are incorrectly believed to be limited to flat and horizontal fillet welds; they can be used in various positions.
  • The ideal distance from the molten tip of the SMAW electrode to the weld pool is one electrode diameter for optimal welding.

Electrode Groups and Characteristics

  • Low-hydrogen electrodes include E7015, E7016, and E7018.
  • "Arc Blow" occurs due to magnetic forces related to direct current usage.
  • The duty cycle of a machine refers to the percentage of time in a 10-minute period that it can operate at its rated output.

Electrical Current and Setup

  • In direct current electrode positive (DCEP) settings, current flows from the workpiece to the electrode.
  • The largest welding cable size compared is #2/0.
  • Rectifiers convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).
  • In North America, AC changes direction 60 times per second, known as 60 Hz.

Electrode Specifications

  • To minimize waste and costs, electrodes should be used down to their classification numbers.
  • In E7018 classification, the last digit indicates flux type and the type of current.
  • E7024 electrodes are suitable for flat and horizontal fillet welds.
  • E6011 electrodes are known for deep penetration and can be used with AC.

Techniques and Welding Positions

  • Back stepping at the end of a weld with SMAW prevents crater cracking.
  • The first two digits of the electrode classification indicate minimum tensile strength.
  • E6010 is classified under group F3 for deep penetration.

Current Settings and Welder Equipment

  • SMAW and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) machines operate on constant current.
  • GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FLAW (Fluxed Gas Arc Welding) use constant voltage.
  • Welding codes require that a weld crater be filled to the cross-section of the weld when terminating.

Understanding Electrode Classifications

  • In E8018, '80' signifies tensile strength, and '1' represents the weld position. The second '8' indicates the flux type and current.
  • E6013 electrodes have shallow penetration and are versatile in current options (AC, DCEP, DCEN).
  • E7024 electrodes are iron powder type with medium penetration and fast deposit rate.
  • E7018 electrodes are low-hydrogen, providing shallow to medium penetration characteristics.

Miscellaneous Information

  • SMAW equipment is portable; it can be powered by gasoline or diesel engines.
  • Excessive spatter and undercutting may occur when current values are set too high.
  • There are seven different gauges for measuring fillet welds.
  • Welding current range for 3/32" 7018 Hyundai electrodes is F 60-90 volts and OH 50-80 amps.

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