Ive seen a lot of newcomers wonder if their weld is any good. this is a test done to certify fitters in proper tacking procedures. the objective is to lay a bead on one side of a 'T' joint, then break it and check to make sure penetration is complete to the root. if not, increase your amps, wire speed, volts, whatever process youre using. this test is based on 1/2 inch plates, but it works for whatever thickness youre going to weld. one thing thats very important here is to make the edge of the vertical plate a sharp edge, not rouded corners (ex. hot rolled steel)
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If you can break it does that mean that it is not good or does everyone break and you can just observe the penetration?
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Originally posted by ZACHV
If you can break it does that mean that it is not good or does everyone break and you can just observe the penetration?
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