SMAW Basics

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What is "the direction in which the current is flowing"?

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Polarity

Front

For proper eye protection when arc welding, What is the minimum shade number of the filter lens?

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10

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SMAW is also known as....

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Stick Welding

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When the electrical current that flows in one direction.

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Direct Current

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Where electrons flow in both positive and negative values.

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Alternating Current

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DCEP is the abbreviation for:

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Direct Current Electrode Positive

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DCEN is the abbreviation for:

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Direct Current Electrode Negative

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Electrodes are metal that are covered in...

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Flux

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Small voids in weld bead caused by lack of shielding gas.

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Porosity

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What does SMAW stand for?

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shielded metal arc welding