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What is arc welding?

The arc acts as a concentrated source of heat. High electrical currents of the order of 1000 amps or more are used, although voltages are low that lie in the range of 30-80 V ac. As a result, temperatures of the order of 6000–7000 °C are produced. A schematic diagram of the arc welding process is shown in Fig. 10.1.

What is energy storage welding?

Energy storage welding is most commonly used for welding studs with smaller diameters. The principle involves the release of stored energy from a capacitor at the moment the stud contacts the base material, causing the area where the stud and the base material meet to melt and weld together.

How arc welding is done?

Electrodes are fed through welding gun in order to protect them from the heat of the arc. Gases such as CO 2, argon or helium are used for providing shield. Direct current reverse polarity (DCRP) is used in the process. Welding is normally done in one pass. Due to high heat input, preheat is not required even for thick plates.

What is carbon arc welding?

Typical applications include bridge construction, pressure vessels, thick-walled and large-diameter pipes, storage tanks and ships. In carbon arc welding, the required heat for joining is obtained from an electric arc between a nonconsumable carbon electrode (pure graphite) and the workpiece.

What is shielded metal arc welding?

Shielding gas or fluxing material can be used to protect the molten pool from atmospheric contamination. Shielding also ensures arc stability and affects the metal-transfer characteristics of the arc. Shielded metal arc welding is the most widely used arc welding process using consumable electrode.

What is SMAW arc welding equipment?

The SMAW equipment is simple, portable and less expensive compared to other arc welding equipments. Welds can be made in all positions. The process uses finite-length electrode which gets consumed, and it is required to use new electrodes frequently. This makes the process slower.