1What does GMAW stand for?
Gas Metal Arc Welding
2GMAW is generally done with what polarity?
Direct current electrode positive (DC+)
3What type of power source is generally used for GMAW welding?
Constant Voltage
4What does "E" stand for in ER70S-6 electrode?
Electrode
5What does "70" stand for in ER70S-3?
Tensile strength
6What mode of metal transfer allows for only flat/horizontal position GMAW welding?
Spray
7What gas mixture is generally associated with spray transfer on steel?
80% Argon / 20% CO2
8What gas mixture is generally associated with globular transfer on steel?
90% Argon / 10% CO2
9Inadequate gas flow can cause what defect in GMAW welding?
Porosity
10What is generally not an effect of a worn or loose contact tip?
Porosity
11What does STT stand for?
Surface Tension Transfer
12What type of arc transfer is associated with STT?
Short circuit
13Cold lap or lack of fusion is generally associated with what type of arc transfer?
Short Circuit
14What does the "S" stand for in the GMAW classification for ER70S-6?
Solid
15What mode of metal transfer allows for consistent all-position GMAW welding?
Short Circuit
16What gas mixture is generally associated with pulse transfer on steel?
90% Argon / 10% CO2
17What does SMAW stand for?
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
18The majority of SMAW welding is done using what two polarities?
DC+ and AC
19What is the recommended power source for SMAW welding?
Constant Current
20What does the "E" in E7018-H4R stand for?
Electrode
21Which is not a fix to arc blow?
Increase current (Amperage)
22What does the "R" in E7018-H4R stand for?
Moisture resistance
23What does the "2" in E7024 stand for?
Flat/Horizontal position
24A machine has a duty cycle of 300 Amps @ 20%. How long can you weld at 300 amps continuously?
2 minutes
25What SMAW rod is known as the "code rod"?
E7018
26What is the device inside the power supply that changes AC to DC?
Rectifier
27To reduce the risk of hydrogen cracking, which electrode would you select?
E7018
28In SMAW welding, what does "Hot Start" do?
Provides an additional boost of current when striking the arc
29For improved impact properties, select the correct electrode.
E7018-1
30What electrode is not used to weld vertical down?
E7018
31What technique is often associated with E6010 electrodes?
Whip
32Which of the following is a fast-fill electrode?
E7024
33A Class A fire extinguisher can be safely used on what type of fire?
Wood
34When welding in a confined space, what is required?
A watch person outside the space
35What component of an oxygen cylinder allows the product to be removed?
Valve assembly
36What number filter lens should be used for medium gas welding?
6
37Information contained in the tail of a welding symbol might include?
Welding process
38What does a flag on a welding symbol indicate?
Field weld
39Which welding symbol specifies a weld that extends completely around a joint?
Circle
40A neutral oxygen-acetylene flame has a temperature range of?
5,800 to 6,300 degrees Fahrenheit
41In PAC (Plasma Arc Cutting), what does kerf refer to?
The gap produced by cutting
42Electrodes used for CAC-A (Carbon Arc Cutting - Air) are made of what material?
Carbon or Graphite
43In air carbon arc cutting, what is the purpose of compressed air?
To dislodge molten material
44Compressed air must be ______ in the PAC process.
Completely dry
45The size of lead cables required for arc processes is determined by what?
Rated amperage they can carry without overheating
46When plasma arc cutting, dross can form on the bottom side of the metal due to what?
Travel speed being too fast or too slow
47Which of the following is a ferrous metal?
Mild steel
48The process of heating a metal and slowly cooling it to toughen it and reduce brittleness is known as what?
Annealing
49The ability of a metal to withstand shock loading is known as what?
Toughness
50What weld test is classified as a destructive test?
Guided bend
51What does GTAW stand for?
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
52What does TIG stand for?
Tungsten Inert Gas
53What shielding gas is most commonly associated with GTAW?
Argon
54What tungsten is the best choice for GTAW of aluminum?
Pure tungsten
55What is one of the primary causes of porosity in GTAW?
Hydrogen pickup
56GTAW of magnesium is done using what polarity?
AC
57What is the proper electrical stick-out of tungsten in most GTAW applications?
1/8"
58What is not true regarding GTAW using alternating current?
High frequency is for arc starts only
59What is the proper type of power source for GTAW?
Constant Current
60What polarity has electrons flowing from the tungsten to the workpiece?
DC-
61What is not a recommended practice when adding filler metal in GTAW?
Remove filler from weld zone to cool
62What is not an advantage of GTAW pulse welding?
Deeper penetration
63What is the proper tungsten diameter for welding 1/4" steel in GTAW?
1/8"
64What determines the voltage when using GTAW?
Arc length
65What is not a recommended procedure for reducing high-frequency emissions?
Use a water-cooled torch
66Which of the following gases is not an inert gas?
Carbon Dioxide
67Why is DC+ polarity not commonly used in GTAW?
Overheating of tungsten can occur
68What is the cause of tungsten "frosting" or discoloration?
Inadequate shielding gas
69Water-cooled GTAW torches generally have how many cables?
3
70What is not a function of inert shielding gas for GTAW of aluminum?
Cleans the oxides off stainless steels
71What is not true when using 4043 versus 5356 filler in GTAW of aluminum?
5356 is alloyed with magnesium
72When changing from argon to argon-helium, what needs adjustment?
Lower current level
73What is not an advantage of GTAW?
Excellent outdoor welding capability
74What is not recommended for preparing aluminum prior to welding?
Wire brush with a carbon steel brush
75The proper organization to call regarding safety concerns when arc welding is?
ANSI
76The AWS classification of GTAW tungsten, EWP, what does the "W" represent?
Tungsten
77What type of technology is most commonly found on GTAW machines for AC welding?
Square wave technology
78Which GTAW accessory does not allow for remote current control?
Arc start switch
79How should tungsten be prepared for welding steel?
Grind to a conical shape 2-3 times its diameter
80What position should the high-frequency control be in for GTAW of stainless steel?
Continuous
81What is the identifying color band found on 2% thoriated tungsten?
Red
82What process uses a DC constant voltage power source?
GMAW
83A consumable in the GTAW process would include what?
Filler Rods
84What is the proper gas flow rate for use in GTAW applications?
20 cfh
85The AWS classification of GTAW filler metal, ER70S-6, what does the "R" stand for?
Rod
86What is one of the primary causes of porosity in GTAW?
Hydrogen pickup
87What is not a true statement when welding aluminum vs. steel with GTAW?
Lower protective shade lens used
88When using GTAW, what is the proper torch angle to be used for most applications?
Determines weld bead shape
89What happens to the GTAW torch duty cycle when using helium vs. argon?
Decreases
90What is a proper gas flow rate for use in GTAW applications?
20 cfh
91What is the volt-amp curve used to plot the output of a constant current power supply?
Drooper
92What is a typical travel speed when using the GTAW process?
20 ipm
93What is a typical travel speed when using the GTAW process?
60000 psi
94What is the duty cycle of a SMAW power supply that can run for 7 minutes out of every 10-minute period without overheating?
70 percent
95One possible type of metal transfer when employing the GMAW consumable electrode process is _____ transfer.
Globular
96What is the process of heating a metal and slow cooling it to toughen it and reduce brittleness?
Annealing
97The ability of a metal to withstand shock loading is known as its?
Toughness
98What weld test is classified as a destructive test?
Guided bend
99Which of the following welds aligns two metal pieces approximately in the same plane?
Butt joint
100When using reverse polarity, the electrode will be?
Positive
101What is the recommended tungsten preparation for AC GTAW?
Ball the end of the tungston
102Not an advantage of adding helium to argon for a shielding gas?
Lower gas flow rates
103The industry standard for rating GTAW torches is?
60%
104What converts AC input current into DC current?
Rectifier
105What converts AC input current into DC current?
Use a water-cooled torch
106What is the name of the part in the GTAW torch designed to hold the tungsten?
Collet
107What shielding gas is most commonly used in GTAW?
Argon
108ER308L - what does the "L" represent?
Low carbon
109What filler metal is best for welding dirty carbon steel?
ER70S-2
110What is the correct polarity for GTAW on copper?
DC-
111What is not an advantage of GTAW when used outdoors?
Poor wind resistance
112What is the correct angle for adding filler metal to the molten puddle in GTAW?
15°
113How many cables do water-cooled GTAW torches generally have?
3
114When using GTAW, what happens when switching from argon to an argon-helium mix?
Lower current level is required
115What is the purpose of a rectifier in a welding machine?
Converts AC input current into DC current