Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
HILARIO E. HERMOSA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

SELF-LEARNING MODULE IN TLE – SMAW - 9

Week 5 & 6

Name: _____________________________ Section: _________________ Date: __________

SQUARE EDGE (CLOSE) BUTT WELD IN FLAT POSITION

Objectives:

1. Perform a square edge (close) butt-weld in flat position.

2. Familiarize the correct welding procedure.

3. Apply the visual inspection every after activity to ensure the good quality of output

MATERIALS/SUPPLIES

1. mild steel plates , 3.2 mm x 75 mm x 150 mm (2pcs)

2. electrode, E6013, 3.2 mm diameter

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

1. AC welding machine with accessories

2. chipping hammer

3. steel brush

4. welding helmet/shield

5. leather gloves

6. leather apron

7. portable grinder
WELDING PROCEDURE

1. Tack weld the plates 10 mm from each end and at the center with no gap between plates

2. Preset the plates to allow for angular distortion

3. Lay the plate flat on the table with the side which is not tacked on top.

4. Weld first the side which is not tacked using an electrode at 70º travel angle and 90 degrees work angle.Note:

Maintain an arc length of 2-3 mm.

5. Chip the slag and brush the bead with a wire brush.

Note: Wear safety glasses or a chipping shield in your welding helmet.

6. Inspect the run for uniform width.

7. Turn the plate over and grind the tacks flushed.

Note: Wire brush the plate to remove the scales.

8. Weld the reverse side following the same procedure.

Guide Question:
1. What are the 8 welding procedures in performing square edge butt weld in flat position?
2. What are the tools and equipment that must be prepared in performing square edge butt weld in flat position?
3. Watch this video in YouTube as supplementary learning materials in this lesson.
3.1 Video reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sa1jmCYRAtQ
3.2 Video reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIyPYCX90es