Assignment Welding
Assignment Welding
1. What is Spatter?
Spatter refers to tiny droplets of molten metal or flux that are expelled from the welding arc,
scattering around the weld area. It is considered a defect as it results in a rough surface and requires
cleaning.
2. What is Slag?
Slag is the non-metallic residue formed when flux melts and combines with impurities during
welding. It solidifies over the weld bead and must be removed to ensure a clean and smooth weld.
3. Types of Weld Beads
• Stringer Bead: A straight weld with minimal side-to-side movement.
• Weave Bead: A wider weld created with side-to-side oscillation for better coverage.
5. What is an Arc?
An arc is created when the electrode and the workpiece make contact to complete the electrical
circuit.
• Arc Characteristics:
o Generates a temperature of up to 6500°C.
o Melts the electrode and base metal.
o Emits light to aid welders in positioning and directing the weld.
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Cracks
• Appearance: Long, linear fractures in the weld or adjacent material.
• Causes: Rapid cooling, improper filler material, residual stress.
Lack of Fusion
• Appearance: Incomplete joining between base material and filler.
• Causes: Insufficient heat, incorrect electrode angle, low current.
6. Slag Inclusions
• Appearance: Non-metallic material trapped in the weld.
• Causes: Improper cleaning between passes, insufficient electrode manipulation.