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29 Week 2 Labs

T-Joint 1F Multi-Pass GMAW

Setup

Materials required are two steel plates, each with thickness between 16 gauge and 1/8″ and measuring 1.5″ x 8″.

Position required is 1F.

Work

Create a t-joint with the given materials. Complete three passes total with one stop/start in the middle.

Acceptance Criteria

  • Consistent weld
  • Good tie-ins
  • No undercut
  • Complete penetration
  • No porosity

T-Joint 3F Multi-Pass GMAW

Setup

Materials required are two steel plates, each with thickness between 16 gauge and 1/8″ and measuring 1.5″ x 8″.

Position required is 3F.

Work

Create a t-joint with the given materials. Complete three passes total with one stop/start in the middle.

Acceptance Criteria

  • Consistent weld
  • Good tie-ins
  • No undercut
  • Complete penetration
  • No porosity

Butt Joint 1G GMAW

Setup

Materials required are two steel plates, each with thickness between 16 gauge and 1/8″ and measuring 1.5″ x 8″.

Position required is 1G.

Work

Create a butt joint with the given materials.

Acceptance Criteria

  • Consistent weld
  • Good tie-ins
  • No undercut
  • Complete penetration

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