Module Eleven SMAW - Groove Welds with Backing Q’s&A’s

Prior to welding, any surface in a weld groove is called a _____. groove face When using stringer beads on V-groove welds in the horizontal position, keep the electrode drag angle at _____ degrees. 10 to 15 Single groove welds with metal backing are used for _____ welds. high-strength When running vertical stringer beads on a V-groove joint in the vertical position, keep the electrode at a _____ degree push angle 0- to 10- When preparing weld coupons for V-groove welds with backing, cut the metal backing strips so that they are at least _____. 1" by 8" When preparing weld coupons for V-groove welds with backing, center the beveled strips on the backing strip with a _____ gap and tack-weld them in place 1/4" When practicing horizontal V-groove welds, pay particular attention at the termination of the weld to fill the _____. crater Cooling welds with water can cause weld cracks and affect the mechanical properties of the _____. base metal Groove welds should be made with slight reinforcement and a gradual transition to the base metal at each toe When using weave beads on flat V-groove welds, keep the electrode angle at a 0-degree work angle with a _____ degree drag angle. 10- to 15- In the 1G and 2G groove weld positions, the weld axis can be inclined up to _____ degrees 15 The distance the joint preparation extends into the base metal is called the ____ depth of bevel The most common American Welding Society plate welding qualification test requires the use of _____ electrodes low-hydrogen To conform with AWS limited-thickness test coupon requirements, weld coupons should be carbon steel that is _____ thick. 3/8" When running vertical stringer beads on a V-groove joint in the vertical position, set the welder amperage in the _____ of the range for better puddle control. lower part