Gmaw Fcaw Handbook

Download or read book GMAW/FCAW Handbook written by William H. Minnick and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The GMAW/FCAW Handbook provides a thorought but concise introduction to gas metal arc welding and flux cored arc welding. The key topics of the book include welding safety; equipment/consumables selection and setup; joint design, preparation, and symbols; welding procedures for a variety of base metals; surfacing; and weld inspection and testing. Separate chapters address welding each of the base metal classes for GMAW and FCAW. Prepares students for Knowledge Tests and Welder Performance Qualification Tests for Modules 5 and 6 of AWS (American Welding Society) SENSE Level I--Entry Welder certification. Provides detailed information about welding carbon steels, stainless steels, cast irons, and aluminum. Includes detailed explanations of specialized applications such welding of thin gauge sheet metal and surfacing.