Technical Vocational

Livelihood 11
Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Quarter
Self-Learning Module 14
TITLE: WELD CARBON STEEL PLATES IN FLAT POSITION (1F) PART 2
Writer: Rubener P. Tacsay
Reviewer: Orlando A. Joven Jr (Validator)
Emmanuel B. Penetrante (Technical)
 EXPECTATIONS

At the end of this module, the learners will be able to

1. observe proper weld capping;
2. explain the final pass not exceeding allowable tolerances; and
3. follow the specified welding codes and standards in term of:
• concavity
• convexity
• height of reinforcement

PRETEST

Directions: identify the following weld defects.

3______
1______ 2______

4______
5______
 RECAP
What is the step -by -steps procedure of welding process? Please elaborate your
answer.
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LESSON

IDENTIFYING WELDING DEFECTS BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE

It is impossible to overstate the importance of catching welding defects in time. Even the slightest
defect can be catastrophic.

From taking care of the welding technique, down to the welding current and supervision, welding
is a complex craft that requires the utmost attention.

Please perform weld carbon plate in flat position (1F) by following the step-by-step
procedure in welding. always consider observing weld capping/ final pass not
exceeding allowable tolerances specified by welding codes/ standards on concavity,
convexity, and height of reinforcement.

Defects: A flaw or flaws that by nature or accumulated effect render a part or product
unable to meet minimum applicable acceptance standards or specifications. The
term designates reject ability.

The repair plug is formed or machined to have a convex weld surface, which mates
to the concave weld surface of the work piece.
Concavity or Convexity of a fillet weld exceeding specific limits it is Cause by Too high amperage
and travel speed to prevent this you must observe proper parameters and techniques and to
repair this, grind off or weld on. It must smoothly into the base metal

Root concavity is caused by shrinkage of the weld pool in the through-thickness

direction of the weld. ... This imperfection is frequently associated with welding
with the most common cause being poor preparation leaving the root gap either too
small or, in some cases, too large.

Reinforcement – the amount of a groove weld which extends beyond the surface of the plate.

Excessive reinforcement specifically defined by the standard. Typically, reinforcement should

be flush to 1/16” (pipe) or Flush to 1/8” (plate r structural shapes. To prevent this set the
amperage and travel speed on scrap plate. Too slow travel , and too low amperage contribute to
excessive reinforcement , the solution to repair this is to remove excessive reinforcement and
feather the weld toes to a smooth transition to the base plate.
 ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITY NO 1. Search and watch You Tube video about performing welding
carbon plate in 1F position.
Make a short Self-made Video (maximum of 5 minutes)
perform weld carbon plate in flat position (1F) by following the step-by-step procedure
in welding. always consider observing weld capping/ final pass not exceeding
allowable tolerances specified by welding codes/ standards on concavity, convexity,
and height of reinforcement.

WRAP–UP
Performed weld carbon plate in Flat Position
Use the checklist below as basis for judging whether you meet the required
competency. Check if the weld did not exceed in allowable tolerance specified by
welding code/ standards.
Performance Indicators YES NO
Concavity
Convexity
Undercut
Excess penetration
Lack of fusion
Burn-through
Cracks
Note: Have learners assess their performance. For criteria needing assistance,
provide the appropriate intervention.
 VALUING
Based on your own experience, what set welding ampere suited for your
welding job? Why? Please elaborate.
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POSTTEST

Directions: Identify the different weld defect base on the height of reinforcement
Write the letter of the correct answer in the space before the number.

___________1. This is the amount of a groove weld which extends beyond the surface of the plate.
a. Defects
b. Excessive Reinforcement
c. Reinforcement
d. Root concavity
_______________2. This is specifically defined by the standard. Typically, reinforcement should be
flush to 1/16” (pipe) or Flush to 1/8” (plate r structural shapes
a. Concavity or convexity
b. Excessive Reinforcement
c. Reinforcement
d. Root concavity
_______________3. A fillet weld exceeding specific limits it is Cause by Too high amperage and travel
speed to prevent this you must observe proper parameters and techniques.
a. Concavity or convexity
b. Excessive Reinforcement
c. Reinforcement
d. Root concavity
_______________4. This is caused by shrinkage of the weld pool in the through-thickness
direction of the weld.
a. Concavity or convexity
b. Excessive Reinforcement
c. Reinforcement
d. Root concavity
___________5. A flaw or flaws that by nature or accumulated effect render a part or
product unable to meet minimum applicable acceptance standards or specifications.
The term designates reject ability.
a. Defects
b. Excessive Reinforcement
c. Reinforcement
d. Root concavity
 KEY TO CORRECTION

5. A 5. Excessive reinforcement
4. D. 4.underfill
3. A. 3.Concaviy
2. B 2.Excissive convexity
1. C 1.Convexity
POST TEST PRETEST

References
Government of the Philippines. DepEd-NCR Shielded Metal Arc Welding Module 1
series 2019
WeldGuru.com. 2020. Accessed June, 2020. https://weldguru.com/oxy-fuel-
cutting/