Stick welding is a process in which a metal joint is fused together by the intense heat generated by an electrical arc. The "stick" in stick welding comes from the stick electrode that acts as the arc emitter and as a filler rod. It is used in various welding applications especially for heavy metal work. It is commonly used for this because of the ease of transmitting a powerful arc though the stick electrode.
4G is a welding position. The '4' means the weld is to be made in the overhead position. The 'G' means the weld is a groove weld.
Stick welding is a type of welding that uses an electrical current to produce an intensely hot plasma arc that melts metal together while adding filler metal, which is what the "stick" electrode is made of. The electrode (or stick) is usually about a foot in length and is covered in flux to prevent atmospheric contamination. It is held by an electrified clamp that the welder runs across the joint to weld.
Tac welding is not a specific material. Tac welding is a form of welding, that welder's use in order to hold two pieces' of metal together to get a proper fit. The tac weld can be easily broken if the two pieces' of metal aren't in the right place. So if you tac weld anything, the filler is going to be whatever material you are welding.
I was taught oxy/acetylene welding first, then stick. TIG welding is just like oxy/acetylene except much easier (less variables and a foot control to make minor corrections or even pulse the weld) I would recommend you learn both. TIG welding for precise/clean welding. Stick for some larger, perhaps special welding (hard facing tools - bigger pieces of steel).
The welding symbol provides essential information about the weld, including the type of weld (e.g., fillet, groove), the size of the weld, the length of the weld, the welding process to be used, and any specific requirements for the weld, such as the finish or pre-weld treatments. It may also indicate the position of the weld and any additional details regarding the joint preparation. This standardized communication ensures consistency and clarity in welding operations.
Teach you how to weld
Tig, mig , or If you are as good as me stick welding will all work
Slag in welding is formed when the flux coating on the welding electrode melts and lays over the weld pool. It helps protect the weld from atmospheric contamination, acts as a coolant, and facilitates the removal of impurities from the weld. After the weld cools, the slag can be easily removed.
Depends on what you are welding, but generaly welds can meet, or even weld on top of a weld.
Weld spatter refers to the small bits of molten metal that can be expelled from the welding process. It can occur when excess welding wire or flux is present, leading to weld spatter landing on the workpiece or surrounding areas. Weld spatter can cause damage to the welding equipment, affect the quality of the weld, and create safety hazards.
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