It varies from 3 inches to 13 inches. The electrode type, type of weld, and position of weld all determine how far you can get done with a single rod
The angle of the electrode, the speed of the electrode used to weld and the size of the electrode.
motion of the electrode causes different pattterns in th formation ofthe cooling weld puddle. You can alter the weld patter by changing the electrode motion,,ex: motion straight across the weld zone and dropping electrode position say (1/8th inch) produces given pattern..same pattern with a slight upward motion at edges of weld zone another pattern...etc etc
6010 is a high cellulose sodium based electrode, which can be used to weld carbon steel pipes.
The five essentials of arc welding include a power source, which provides the necessary electrical energy; an electrode, which melts to form the weld pool; a workpiece, the material being welded; shielding, which protects the weld from contamination; and proper technique, which involves the welder's skill in manipulating the electrode and controlling the weld bead. These elements work together to ensure a strong and effective weld.
There are 4 basics to producing a good weld bead. Correct #1 Amperage #2 Electrode Angle #3 Arc Length #4 Travel Speed Factor in electrode manipulation in some cases.
The angle of the electrode, the speed of the electrode used to weld and the size of the electrode.
Shortening the electrode extension typically reduces weld penetration. This is because a shorter electrode extension results in a smaller arc length, which reduces the heat input into the weld and leads to less penetration. It is important to maintain the proper electrode extension to achieve the desired weld penetration.
depending on: the type of electrode, and gap between material, and material thickness, and whether or not the groove is beveled... roughly 1 electrode per 8 inches for a cover pass, and 1 electrode per 16 inches for a root pass
what characteristics does the weld bead have when weaving the electrode
motion of the electrode causes different pattterns in th formation ofthe cooling weld puddle. You can alter the weld patter by changing the electrode motion,,ex: motion straight across the weld zone and dropping electrode position say (1/8th inch) produces given pattern..same pattern with a slight upward motion at edges of weld zone another pattern...etc etc
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Electrodes with too much moisture may lead to cracking or porosity.
A straight weld bead on the surface of a plate with little or no side-to-side electrode movement is called a stringer bead. It is a type of weld bead characterized by its uniform and straight appearance, typically achieved through consistent and controlled forward movement of the welding electrode along the joint.
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6010 is a high cellulose sodium based electrode, which can be used to weld carbon steel pipes.
The electrode angle in welding refers to the position of the electrode relative to the workpiece and is crucial for achieving effective weld penetration and bead shape. It typically includes the work angle (the angle between the electrode and the surface of the workpiece) and the travel angle (the angle between the electrode and the direction of travel). Proper electrode angle helps control the heat input and the weld pool's characteristics, influencing the quality and strength of the weld. Adjusting these angles can optimize the welding process for different materials and joint configurations.
Tig is always done in straight polarity, i.e. electrode negative. reason: almost 2/3rd of the heat is generated in positive terminal of weld, in this case the base metal and the rest in the negative terminal, in this case the tungsten electrode. Also you don't want to deposit the tungsten electrode in the weld, do you?