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What is the primary use of T-joints in welding?
What is the primary use of T-joints in welding?
Which type of joint is NOT classified as a fillet weld joint?
Which type of joint is NOT classified as a fillet weld joint?
In which welding position is the welding material applied in a downward direction?
In which welding position is the welding material applied in a downward direction?
What is the angle restriction for the vertical welding position?
What is the angle restriction for the vertical welding position?
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Which welding position requires the welder to work from underneath the joint?
Which welding position requires the welder to work from underneath the joint?
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What is the shape of the cross-section of a fillet weld?
What is the shape of the cross-section of a fillet weld?
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Which welding position allows the weld to be deposited onto a horizontal surface against a vertical surface?
Which welding position allows the weld to be deposited onto a horizontal surface against a vertical surface?
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Which welding position would be most challenging to perform due to the potential for molten metal to fall?
Which welding position would be most challenging to perform due to the potential for molten metal to fall?
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What are the correct colors of hoses used for oxygen and acetylene?
What are the correct colors of hoses used for oxygen and acetylene?
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What type of gloves should be used for protection during welding?
What type of gloves should be used for protection during welding?
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What is the significance of the diameter of the welding rod in relation to the thickness of the base metal?
What is the significance of the diameter of the welding rod in relation to the thickness of the base metal?
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Which component must melt at a lower temperature than the metals being welded?
Which component must melt at a lower temperature than the metals being welded?
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Which method is NOT a technique used in electric arc welding?
Which method is NOT a technique used in electric arc welding?
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What is one of the main limitations of electric arc welding?
What is one of the main limitations of electric arc welding?
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What is the characteristic of metallic arc welding?
What is the characteristic of metallic arc welding?
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What makes electric arc welding a versatile process?
What makes electric arc welding a versatile process?
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What position is described for welding when performed from the underside of the joint?
What position is described for welding when performed from the underside of the joint?
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What is the primary function of the wax pattern in thermit welding?
What is the primary function of the wax pattern in thermit welding?
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What material is packed into the crucible during the thermit welding process?
What material is packed into the crucible during the thermit welding process?
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What temperature does the thermit mixture reach during the welding process?
What temperature does the thermit mixture reach during the welding process?
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What type of welds are produced by thermit welding?
What type of welds are produced by thermit welding?
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Which reaction represents the chemical process in thermit welding?
Which reaction represents the chemical process in thermit welding?
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What is the primary purpose of the heating oven in the thermit welding process?
What is the primary purpose of the heating oven in the thermit welding process?
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What forms as a byproduct during the thermit welding reaction?
What forms as a byproduct during the thermit welding reaction?
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Which of the following materials can be welded using the TIG process?
Which of the following materials can be welded using the TIG process?
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What is a significant advantage of MIG welding compared to other welding processes?
What is a significant advantage of MIG welding compared to other welding processes?
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Which limitation is associated with MIG welding?
Which limitation is associated with MIG welding?
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What does the consumable electrode in MIG welding provide?
What does the consumable electrode in MIG welding provide?
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of MIG welding?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of MIG welding?
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What is a primary benefit of using the TIG welding process?
What is a primary benefit of using the TIG welding process?
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Which of the following statements about MIG welding is false?
Which of the following statements about MIG welding is false?
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Which of the following processes is NOT part of MIG welding?
Which of the following processes is NOT part of MIG welding?
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What is a limitation of the submerged arc welding process?
What is a limitation of the submerged arc welding process?
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Which type of welding is commonly used for joining thick metal sections in a single pass?
Which type of welding is commonly used for joining thick metal sections in a single pass?
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What must be done after each pass in the multiplass submerged arc welding process?
What must be done after each pass in the multiplass submerged arc welding process?
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What is an adaptation feature of submerged arc welding?
What is an adaptation feature of submerged arc welding?
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Which method of welding eliminates the need for multiple passes?
Which method of welding eliminates the need for multiple passes?
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What type of materials can be joined using electro-slag welding?
What type of materials can be joined using electro-slag welding?
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What structural elements are required during electro-slag welding?
What structural elements are required during electro-slag welding?
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What is a common requirement for obtaining a good weld in submerged arc welding?
What is a common requirement for obtaining a good weld in submerged arc welding?
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What is the primary factor that generates heat in electro-slag welding?
What is the primary factor that generates heat in electro-slag welding?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electro-gas welding?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electro-gas welding?
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Which amperage is suggested for the A.C. power source in electro-slag welding?
Which amperage is suggested for the A.C. power source in electro-slag welding?
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What type of materials is electro-slag welding primarily used for?
What type of materials is electro-slag welding primarily used for?
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In electro-gas welding, what is the purpose of the shielding gas?
In electro-gas welding, what is the purpose of the shielding gas?
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How does electro-gas welding differ from electro-slag welding?
How does electro-gas welding differ from electro-slag welding?
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Which of the following describes the cooling process in electro-slag welding?
Which of the following describes the cooling process in electro-slag welding?
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What type of flux can be used in electro-slag welding?
What type of flux can be used in electro-slag welding?
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Study Notes
Hose and Hose Fittings
- Hoses are rubber and fabric pipes that connect gas cylinders to blowpipes.
- Hoses are painted black or green for oxygen and red or maroon for acetylene.
- Hoses must be strong, durable, non-porous, and light.
- Special fittings connect hoses to equipment.
Safety Devices
- Goggles with colored lenses protect eyes from heat and UV rays.
- Protective gloves (leather, canvas, asbestos) prevent injuries.
- Other essentials include a spark lighter, apron, trolley, wire brush, spindle key, spanner set, filler rods, fluxes, and welding tips.
Welding Rods (Filler Materials) for Gas Welding
- Welding rods should have a similar chemical composition to the base metal.
- Welding rod diameter roughly equals the thickness of the base metal, plus one millimeter.
- Welding fluxes (borates, boric acid, soda ash, other compounds) melt at lower temperatures than the metals being welded.
- This allows them to dissolve surface oxides before the metal melts.
Electric Arc Welding
- Melts metal using heat from an electric arc.
- Methods include metallic arc, carbon arc, and atomic hydrogen welding.
Advantages and Limitations of Electric Arc Welding
- Advantages*
- Portable and inexpensive equipment
- Versatile process
- Limitations*
- Large heat-affected zone
- Weld quality depends on operator skill
- Not suitable for thin sections
Metallic Arc Welding
- Uses an arc between a work piece and a filler metal electrode.
- Molten filler metal transfers across the arc and fuses with the base metal.
- Process can use direct or alternating current.
- Commonly uses petrol or diesel generators in areas without electricity.
- Simple transformers and rectifiers can be used with mains electricity.
Carbon Arc Welding
- Uses a carbon rod as the electrode.
- Base metal is connected to the negative.
- Rods as fillers fuse into the arc and weld.
- Poor quality welds as carbon particles become incorporated into the molten metal.
- Used for filling blow-holes in castings that cannot withstand stress.
Atomic Hydrogen Welding
- Heat obtained from an alternating current arc between two tungsten electrodes in a hydrogen atmosphere.
- Hydrogen molecules break into atoms, recombine, release heat and protect the weld metal from oxygen and nitrogen.
- Produces homogeneous and smooth welds.
- Useful for high-quality welds on stainless steel and non-ferrous metals.
Arc Blow
- Wandering of the arc in DC welding due to magnetic fields.
- A.C. welding reduces arc blow significantly.
- Reducing current and using a short arc help prevent distortion.
- Multiple ground leads from base metal can help reduce arc blow.
Comparison between A.C. and D.C. Arc Welding
- A.C. welding has lower power consumption and light weight equipment.
- D.C. welding provides greater arc stability and suitability for ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- D.C. is frequently preferred for larger or thinner jobs, while A.C. is a suitable choice for less demanding jobs.
Electrodes
- Consumable electrodes (base/flux-coated): Prevent oxidation; often semi-automatic.
- Non-consumable electrodes (bare/coated): Useful for minor repairs.
Types of Welded Joints
- Lap joint: Overlapping plates.
- Butt joint: Plates meet edge to edge.
- Corner joint: Plates meet at 90 degrees.
- Edge joint: Parallel plates.
- T-joint: Plates meet at a T shape.
Thermit Welding
- Melting metals by surrounding the joint with highly heated materials.
- Uses a wax pattern around the joint area and a sheet iron box.
- Heated iron oxide and aluminium mixture melted into molten iron.
- Produces a strong, metallurgically sound weld.
- Generally used for large, thick sections.
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
- Uses an arc between a non-consumable tungsten electrode and the metal workpiece.
- Shields the region from the atmosphere via inert gas.
- Better weld quality, strength, ductility and corrosion resistance.
- Suitable for stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.
Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding
- Similar to TIG but uses a consumable electrode as source.
- Wire electrode used within a gun.
- Faster than TIG, commonly used to weld thick materials.
- Bare-wire, magnetic flux, or flux-cored electrode variations.
Submerged Arc Welding
- Arc between electrode and workpiece submerged in flux powder.
- Flux creates a slag and protects area from oxidation.
- High welding speeds, suitable for large workpieces and thick sections
- Not suitable for smaller jobs.
Electro-Slag Welding
- Fuses thick metal sections vertically using an electric arc in a molten slag pool.
- Metal is kept in place using water-cooled electrode tips/moulds.
- Produces high quality welds, but limited to certain positions and thick components.
Electro-Gas Welding
- Fusion of thick metal sections using electrical current through the molten slag.
- Additional shielding gas to avoid oxidation.
- Can be used in a variety of positions for certain materials.
Electron Beam Welding
- High-velocity electrons bombard the weld area creating heat.
- Done in a vacuum to avoid contamination or degradation of electron energy.
- High-quality, deep penetration welds for thick sections but generally expensive.
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Test your knowledge on welding safety devices and the essential equipment used in gas welding. This quiz covers important details about hoses, fittings, welding rods, and protective gear necessary for safe welding practices. Perfect for those studying welding technology or safety protocols.
