GMAW FILLER METALS, SHIELDING GASES, AND SAFETY 120103B Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
0
Q
Which organizations have written specifications for GMAW filler metals?
A) WCB and CSA
B) CWB and AWS
C) ASME and CWB
D) AWS and CSA
A

D. AWS and CSA have written specifications for GMAW filler metals.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
1
Q
The composition of the base metal is the major factor to consider when selecting:
A) a shielding gas
B) filler materials
C) a power source
D) current settings
A

B. The composition of the base metal is a major factor to consider when selecting filler metals.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q
Silicon, aluminum and manganese, when added to ER49S-2 are used as:
A) stabilizers
B) deoxidizers
C) lubricators
D) indicators
A

B. Silicon, aluminum, and manganese are used as deoxidizers when added to ER49S-2.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

With GMAW wire, cast refers to the:
A) circle formed by one wrap of the wire
B) method of forming the wire
C) natural twisting action of the wire during forming
D) ability of the wire to be pushed through a plastic liner

A

A. Cast refers to the circle formed by one wrap of the wire.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Describe the helix of a wire and the effect that it may have on welding.

A

Helix is the result of the natural twisting action of the wire during forming. If the helix of the wire is excessive, the wire does not exit straight out through the contact tip. This in turn can cause the wire to wander. The arc becomes unstable as this corkscrew effect causes a change in the direction of wire feed.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q
Interpret the ER49S-2 electrode classification:
E:
R:
49:
S:
2:
A
E: electrode
R: rod
49: minimum as welded tensile strength and megapascals divided by 10.
S: solid wire
2: chemical analysis
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q
When using GMAW on mild steel with carbon dioxide shielding, which type of filler wire should be selected?
A) an oxidized wire
B) a deoxidized wire
C) a high alloy wire
D) a flux coated wire
A

B. A deoxidized wire.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q
When wires are packaged in sealed containers, it is merely to protect them from:
A) smoke and fumes
B) moisture contamination
C) transportation damage
D) ultraviolet light radiation
A

B. Moisture contamination.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q
Improperly stored wires most often produce welds with:
A) wagon tracks
B) cold lapping
C) slag inclusions
D) porosity
A

D. Porosity

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

Filler metals containing additional deoxidizers are intended for use on:
A) moderately rusty low carbon steels
B) alloy steels containing chromium
C) nonferrous metals
D) stainless steels with more than 18% chromium

A

A. Moderately rusty low carbon steels.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What does the G stand for in the CSA GMAW electrode classification
ER49S-G?
A) gas shielded
B) general classification for new electrodes not covered under any other classification
C) approved for use on class G secondary containment vessels for nuclear service
D) general-purpose electrode for use on carbon and low alloy steels

A

B. General classification for new electrodes not covered under any other classification

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is the primary purpose of a shielding gas?

A

To prevent the molten weld metal from absorbing elements from atmospheric air, such as oxygen and nitrogen.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

When oxygen and nitrogen from the atmosphere become mixed in the molten weld metal, they:
A) increase the tensile strength of the weld metal
B) form harmful oxides and nitrides in the weld metal
C) help increase the ductility of the weld zone
D) increase the fracture toughness of the weld metal

A

B. Form harmful oxides and nitrides in the weld metal.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q
Which gas is the lightest?
A) hydrogen
B) argon
C) helium
D) oxygen
A

A. Hydrogen.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q
Argon and helium are:
A) reactive gases
B) inert gases
C) ionized gases
D ) nonconductive gases
A

B. Inert gases.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Where would you use pure argon shielding gas with GMAW?

A

In the welding of nonferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, copper and their alloys.

16
Q

What is carbon dioxide gas primarily used for?

A

For welding of carbon steels.

17
Q

List three factors to consider when selecting a gas for GMAW.

A
A) base metal
B) cost of the gas
C) quality required
D) joint design
E) joint position
F) type of metal transfer
G) jigging and fixturing
18
Q

Is carbon dioxide a monatomic gas or a compound gas?

A

A compound gas.

19
Q
A characteristic of carbon dioxide shielding gas used with short-circuiting metal transfer is:
A) a deep, narrow penetration pattern
B) high weld metal loss in the form of 
spatter
C) excellent surface cleaning action
D) a shallow, wide penetration pattern
A

B. High weld metal loss in the form of spatter.

20
Q
Which modes of metal transfer are possible with GMAW using .9 mm (0.035") mild steel wire and carbon dioxide shielding gas?
A) spray and globular
B) globular and short circuiting
C) short circuiting and pulse spray
D) spray and pulse spray
A

B. Globular and short circuiting.

21
Q
The addition of oxygen to argon causes the temperature of the molten metal to:
A) decrease
B) increase
C) stabilize
D) oxidize
A

B. Increase.

22
Q

Compared to carbon dioxide, argon is an excellent shielding gas for GMAW because it allows the use of:
A) spray metal transfer
B) globular metal transfer
C) short circuit metal transfer
D) low gas flow rates in globular transfer

A

A. Spray metal transfer.

23
Q
When 1% to 5% oxygen is added to argon shielding gas, it is to:
A) reduce spatter
B) increase the deposition rate
C) improve wetting action
D) reduce welding costs
A

C. Improve wetting action.

24
Q
Which of the following gas mixes tends to produce low crowned weld beads on stainless steels?
A) helium-carbon dioxide
B) argon-carbon dioxide
C) nitrogen-carbon dioxide
D) argon-helium-carbon dioxide
A

D. Argon-helium-carbon dioxide.

25
Q

List three advantages of GMAW.

A

A) lower skill requirements then SMAW
B) excellent for light gauge metals
C) good arc control when working with poor fit-ups
D) less heat input means less distortion than SMAW
E) high production rates
F) no slag to remove, little or no post weld cleanup

26
Q

List three disadvantages of GMAW.

A

A) special equipment required resulting in higher initial cost
B) equipment requires more maintenance and downtime
C) lack of fusion can be a problem
D) cannot be used outdoors or in drafty locations
E) high radiant energy requires protection for the welder and others in the vicinity
F) wire feeder must be in close proximity to welding

27
Q

What color should your protective clothing be when welding with GMAW and why?

A

Clothing should be dark to reduce reflected light radiation.

28
Q

Name two toxic gases that can be created from the ultraviolet light produced from welding.

A

Ozone and phosgene gas (from chlorinated hydrocarbon degreasers).

29
Q

Is it advisable to weld with any arc welding process under wet conditions?
Explain.

A

When you are exposed to wet weather conditions, or are standing on wet surfaces, protect yourself from electrical shock hazards by wearing rubber boots with dry socks and rubber gloves.

30
Q
The use of shielding gases for GMAW increases the need for:
A) good lighting
B) good ventilation
C) good heat shielding
D) better eye protection
A

B. Good ventilation.

31
Q

How can the air-quality be affected when welding with the process that uses a shielding gas?

A

Shielding gases in sufficient quantities will displace enough air to render the work area oxygen deficient. Dizziness or a feeling of euphoria is usually the first sign of oxygen deficiency and precautions must always be taken to ensure adequate breathing air is supplied.

32
Q
High ultraviolet radiation emissions from GMA W can cause atmospheric oxygen in the vicinity of the arc to convert to:
A) ozone
B) carbon monoxide
C) carbon dioxide
D) argon
A

A. Ozone.

33
Q
A potential source of poisonous chemical fume when welding is:
A) inert shielding gases
B) chlorinated degreasing solvents
C) carbon dioxide extinguishers
D) anti-spatter nozzle sprays
A

B. Chlorinated degreasing solvents.