Welding Operations2

At a glance..

The purpose of this subcourse is to introduce the student to the inert gas welding processes, and maintenance of welding equipment.

The details..

"Welding Operations II" is a subcourse designed for those who want to learn about the principles, operations, and safety precautions involved in inert gas welding. The book covers two types of welding processes - tungsten inert gas (TIG) shielded arc and metal inert gas (MIG) electric arc welding. It also describes how to troubleshoot and repair welding equipment.

The first section of the book focuses on safety precautions associated with this type of work. Potential hazards include gases, radiant energy, radioactivity from thoriated tungsten electrodes, metal fumes, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and monoxide as well as chlorinated solvents.

The second section delves into the specifics of each process including their respective equipment nomenclature along with detailed descriptions on how they operate. This information will be useful for anyone interested in learning more about these techniques or looking to improve their skills.

Finally,the last part deals with troubleshooting common issues that may arise while using such tools.The procedures described here are essential knowledge for any welder who wants to ensure that their equipment stays functional over time.