Flux Core Welding Test

by Curt
(PA)

I will be required to become certified with the company I recently started working for, but haven't been welding for a year now. The test will be conducted on 1" plate with backing strip in the 1G and 2G positions. It will then be x-rayed. Should I run my bead forehand or backhand to prevent picking up porosity? I attended technical college for welding, but I have forgot most of what I learned in the books due to not being able to find work and putting the knowledge to work.

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A slight angle either forehand or backhand can both work if you dont use too much angle. straight in works too.

I would lean toward backhand for the 2g

one tip is that usually a 1/4 gap plus or minus 1/16" is the norm. I would go wide if possible to allow plenty of room to penetrate and consume the corners of the bevel

regards, and good luck

jody