Podcast
Questions and Answers
What does the letter “M” stand for in SMAW?
What does the letter “M” stand for in SMAW?
- Melted
- Manual
- Magnetic
- Metal (correct)
What is a satisfactory duty cycle for SMAW?
What is a satisfactory duty cycle for SMAW?
- 50%
- 100%
- 80% (correct)
- 10%
What is another term for 'workpiece lead cable' in SMAW?
What is another term for 'workpiece lead cable' in SMAW?
- Ground cable (correct)
- Negative cable
- Positive cable
- Electrode holder
Is it easier to start an arc with AC or DC in SMAW?
Is it easier to start an arc with AC or DC in SMAW?
What does the term 'constant current' mean in welding?
What does the term 'constant current' mean in welding?
What is a satisfactory duty cycle for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
What is a satisfactory duty cycle for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
What is another term for 'workpiece lead cable' in the context of welding?
What is another term for 'workpiece lead cable' in the context of welding?
What effect does the absence of flux covering on the electrode have on the weld?
What effect does the absence of flux covering on the electrode have on the weld?
How does the absence of flux covering affect the stability of the arc during welding?
How does the absence of flux covering affect the stability of the arc during welding?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation?
What does the number 60 represent in “6010”?
What does the number 60 represent in “6010”?
Why are E6010 electrodes often used to make the root pass?
Why are E6010 electrodes often used to make the root pass?
In what positions can an E6010 electrode be welded?
In what positions can an E6010 electrode be welded?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
At what temperature should a rod oven be held for proper storage of E7018 electrodes?
At what temperature should a rod oven be held for proper storage of E7018 electrodes?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation?
Which type of current is generally considered easier to start an arc with in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
Which type of current is generally considered easier to start an arc with in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation during welding?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation during welding?
What does the letter 'M' stand for in the context of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
What does the letter 'M' stand for in the context of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
In Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), which type of current is generally considered easier to start an arc with?
In Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), which type of current is generally considered easier to start an arc with?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation during welding?
What is the consequence of using an electrode without flux covering in terms of slag formation during welding?
What does the letter 'M' stand for in the context of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
What does the letter 'M' stand for in the context of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)?
Which welding current is typically better for overhead welding?
Which welding current is typically better for overhead welding?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
What does the number 60 represent in '6010'?
What does the number 60 represent in '6010'?
Where should the arc be when the travel speed is properly adjusted?
Where should the arc be when the travel speed is properly adjusted?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
What is the most common polarity used for E7018?
What does the number 60 represent in '6010'?
What does the number 60 represent in '6010'?
What causes an arc to deflect or bend?
What causes an arc to deflect or bend?
Why must an electrode be broken free quickly when it sticks to the workpiece?
Why must an electrode be broken free quickly when it sticks to the workpiece?
In what positions can an E6010 electrode be welded?
In what positions can an E6010 electrode be welded?
