TVE- SMAW 10

Quarter 1- Week 4-6

Module 1: PREPARE WELD MATERIALS

CONTENT STANDARDS
The learner demonstrates understanding of basic concepts and underlying theories in
preparing weld materials.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The learner independently demonstrates competency in preparing weld materials
needed for the job.

TECHNICAL TERMS
1. Oxy-acetylene is an equipment for cutting and welding outfit requires compressed oxygen
and acetylene gases.
2. Regulator a valve with controls flow of gases for processes such as welding by oxyacetylene
3. Gauges a device use to indicate the magnitude of pressure in the cylinder.
4. Working pressure gauge is the gauge attached to the regulator which determines the gas
working pressure during cutting.
5. Welding torch is a device used in oxy-fuel gas welding, cutting, brazing, and soldering
directing the heating flame produced by the controlled combustion of fuel gas.
6. Cutting outfit is a unit of cutting equipment used for cutting metals.
7. Plasma cutting is a process using plasma to transfer an electric arc to metal. The metal is
heated to its melting point by the heat of the arc and blown away by air.
8. Coupling distance is the gap between the end of the pre-heat cones and the surface of the
material being cut.
9. Gas flow is the amount of gas released from the regulator which passes through the hose
towards the direction of the torch tip.
10. Gas storage an area free from fire hazard. A storage for tanks filled with proper air
ventilation.
11. Gas volume is the amount of pressure gas.
12. Drying oven is an oven where electrodes are baked with a temperature from 200 deg. C –
300 deg.C.
13. LP Liquified Petroleum

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14. MAPP (R) Methylacetylene Propadiene

Pre-Test

Directions: Choose the correct answer from the options given for every item. Write the
letter only. Use a separate answer sheet.

1. Why is cleaning of surface and edges of metal so important?

a. It provides good appearance of the cut material
b. It is given in the instruction.
c. Dirt and other substances are detrimental to weld quality.
d. It makes it easy to fit-up joint.
2. What tool is used to easily metal scales, old paints and rust?
a. Grinder c. Chipping hammer
b. Scraper d. Metal sand paper
3. Why is an air tight fit-up necessary for Tee-joint preparation?
a. Dirt or contaminant will not stick
b. Gas pockets associated with unfit fit-up are avoided.
c. Rusting of joint is avoided.
d. None of the above
4. Beveled joint is considered “critical” in the category of weld. This means that:
a. Weld joint is necessary for radiography
b. Weld joint is for visual
c. Weld joint needs no inspection
d. All of the above.

5. Root face of beveled joint will not exceed a maximum of _____

a. 2 mm c. 3 mm
b. 5 mm d. 6 mm
6. An electrode oven with a maintaining temperature of 70 deg. C +/- 10 is called _____.
a. Drying oven c. Portable oven
b. Holding oven d. Heating oven

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7. An oven which holds a temperature of 150 deg. C +/- 20 is called _____.
a. Holding oven c. Heating oven
b. Portable oven d. Baking oven
8. Which electrode is used for mild steel?
a. E–316-15 c. E-9015
b. E-7018 d. E-6013
9. Which electrode is used for low alloy steel?
a. E-316-16 c. E-7015
b. E-9016 d. E-6012
10. To prevent the cylinder valves from breaking down, these should be provided with
_____.
a. Cover c. Wrap with a chain
b. Protective caps d. Hazard sign

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 INFORMATION SHEET 3.1

CUTTING MATERIALS WITH OXY-ACETYLENE

Introduction:

Metals are formed into structures by assembling or connecting each member

parts through the process of welding. Therefore, the materials of varied sizes and thick -
ness are cut and shaped with specific measurement and dimension. In this activity, the
student shall develop skills in cutting materials with oxy-acetylene and discover other
cutting outfit.

Flame Cutting Procedure

Figure 6. Flame cutting

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Pre-heat flame is properly adjusted all the safety measures must be taken before
you do the actual cutting. You may see how fast cutting goes, but drills and practices
will build confidence.

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 Using the neutral pre-heat flame, heat the spot where you intend to start until the
flame turns cherry red. The pre-heat flame should be held just above the metal surface
so as to protect pre-heat holes against metal flow back from the pure cutting oxygen. It
is also done to keep the torch end away from the heat reflected by the metal surface.

The distance between the end of the pre-heat cones and the surface of the mate-
rial being cut is known as the coupling distance. When cutting plates up to 76 mm (3
inches) thick and with Mapp ® gas, the coupling distance must be about 3.25mm (1/8”).
For cutting, coupling distance should be increased to get more heat from the secondary
flame cones. Materials (plates) over 305mm thick (12 inches) should be cut using 19.9-
31.8mm coupling distance.

Straight Cutting

Figure 7. Procedure of cutting

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 The stinger is pure oxygen flowing out of the center hole of the cutting tip.

Once the pre-heated spot is cherry red in color, the cutting oxygen lever should
be slowly depressed. This allows the pure cutting oxygen to attack the metal thus re-
moving the metal by flame pressure and oxidation when allowing the cutting oxygen to
flow out slowly, the spot will not be cooled by the fresh oxygen stream. Cooling could
happen if a large gush of oxygen is blown on to the heated spot all at once. The visible
oxygen cutting stream coming from the center hole of the tip when the cutting oxygen
valve is opened is called the stinger.

Manual hand cutting of sheet cut starts with the torch drawn over the gloved
hand. The welder must be comfortable and be free to move the torch along the line to
be cut. It is a good idea for the welder to get into the position and practice the cutting
movements a few times before lighting the torch.

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 Steady hands are required in manual oxy-acetylene cutting, especially when
even straight cuts are needed. Once the cut starts, the torch must be moved steadily in
the Directions of the cut.

Profile of Flame-cut Plates

The physics of a cut, as the cut progresses along a plate, records of what is hap -
pening during the cut which is preserved along both sides of the key. This record indi-
cates to the welder what is correct or incorrect with the pre-heat flame cutting speed
and oxygen pressure.

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Bevel Cutting

When bevel cutting is required, the torch head must be inclined in the position to
the preheated metal along the top edge of the parts. This allows the metal to form the
required bevel angle. The tip should be kept high enough so that the outlet holes are
away from any splashing molten metals. Bevel cuts in the production are usually done
by a radiograph. This produces a more accurate cut with less gas.

Other cutting equipment/machines for plates and pipes

After performing task on oxy-acetylene and fuel gas cutting, there are other de-
signed cutting equipment/machines that produce mass cutting of materials at the largest
welding production segment in the workplace. The illustration/drawing shown on the
next page, are the cutting machines with work descriptions for the students to compre-
hend more.

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 Portable flame-cutting machine

A machine cutting torch sometimes referred to as a flow pipe operates in a simi-

lar manner to a hand cutting torch. The machine cutting torch may require two oxygen
regulators, one for each. Pre-heat the oxygen and the other acetylene for the cutting
oxygen stream. The addition of a separate cutting oxygen supply allows the flame to be
more accurately adjusted. It also allows pressure to be charged during a cut without dis -
turbing the other parts of the flame.

A cutting machine can make several complex cuts at one time. Automatic torches
are set the same for pre-heating as the manual torches. However, the motor drives the
automatic torch along the line of cut at a speed it could easily be regulated using a vari -
able control mechanism.

When the starting point on the joint is cherry red, the cutting oxygen is engaged
for a continuous flow of oxygen. Then, the torch travel running mechanism is moved at
a speed necessary for a smooth key edge. The torch head on most automatic cutting
torches can be tilted to several angles for marking different bevel cuts. Using these ma-
chines, many different and complex cuts are made evenly.

Radius rods are also available for automatic cutting torches and for circle cutting.
Multiple cutting heads are commonly used for automatic cutting machines, especially
where many pieces of the same shape are required.

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 Plasma Cutting equipment

Plasma is a gas that has been heated to a high temperature and converted (ion-
ized) so that the gas becomes electrically conductive. The plasma cutting process uses
plasma to transfer an electric arc to the metal. The metal is heated to its melting point
by the heat of the arc and is blown away by air.

Parts of a Plasma Arc cutter

 Power cable that works for 210-220 volts.

 The work table.
 Torch with head cable
 Air supply regulator valve.
The plasma torch tip has several openings. These openings help operate the
torch. (A) shows how air keeps the torch on each side of the metal cool and keeps the
hot metal from spattering. (B) allows the air to enter when the arc struck between the
metal and the electrode is producing a pilot arc. When the tip is brought close to gas, it
produces a stiff constricted cutting arc. This delivers a high concentration of heat to a
very small area. See illustration above.

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 SELF-CHECK 3.1
CUT AND PREPARE EDGE OF MATERIALS

Directions:

Use the checklist below as basis for judging whether you meet the required compe-
tency? Write YES or NO as your answer in a separate sheet.

Performance Indicators Yes No

1. Can adjust pre-heat flame correctly.

2. Can heat the spot and recognize the cherry red color.

3. Can adjust cutting coupling distance based on thickness of metals to

be cut.

4. Can start hand-cut with the torch drawn over the gloved hand.

5. Can move free and comfortably while cutting.

6. Can cut bevel by using correct angle.

7. Can check cutting outfit before cutting.

Note: Have learners assess their performance. For criteria needing assistance, provide
the appropriate intervention/s.

CLEAN SURFACES AND EDGES

 Clean surfaces and edges based on the job requirements.

 Use correct tools and equipment for cleaning surfaces and edges in accor-
dance with the job requirements.
 Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
 Perform proper housekeeping (5S)

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 INFORMATION SHEET 4.1

CLEANING SURFACES AND EDGES OF MATERIALS

Introduction

Proper cleaning of metal surfaces and edges must be in mind before any fit-up
and tacking takes place. There must be an acceptable cleaning procedure applied in the
surface of the plates and pipes before welding joints. The cleaning of surfaces and
edges is considered one step for achieving quality in the preparation of materials.

Below are acceptable practices in the preparation of surfaces and edges of the
materials.

Illustration: Figure 1

Edge A needs to grind smoothly and squarely so that no gaps appear on the fit-
up and the surface of the other plate to form Tee-joint. These two sides of the plate are
placed together to see to it that no gaps are found, then are tightly assembled. The con -
taminants that are found in the fit-up must be cleaned and removed for welding safety.

Safety measures:

Before tacking, air tight fit-up must be checked so as to avoid air pockets in the
fitted edge or surface.

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 The drawing showing A and B plates are beveled cut. The gas cutting results are
not properly done, the surface is not smooth and with irregular line cut caused by incor-
rect cutting. The surface must be smoothened with the use of a grinder until such ap -
pearance is accepted. Dirt and contaminants such as rust, oil, grease, water, scale and
old paint must be removed from the surface using appropriate tools and solution.

After root face is made and smoothened on the beveled surface, the two plates
are placed together facing each other with an approximate gap before tacking may be
done. This kind of preparation is applicable for plates and pipes of different types of ma-
terials. The root face must not exceed the maximum of 3mm thick from wall thickness of
6mm to 20 mm.

PREPARE WELDING CONSUMABLES

 Identify welding electrodes according to classification and specifications.

 Maintain and keep electrodes in electrode oven based on prescribed tempera-
ture.
 Prepare specified consumable gases based on job requirements
 Select correct materials in accordance with job requirements

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 INFORMATION SHEET 5.1

PREPARE WELDING CONSUMABLES

Introduction:

All welding consumables used in the welding production should be maintained

and controlled to remain sound and acceptable. Handling of various electrode types and
different gasses used in welding fabrication and production that requires critical post
weld inspection needs special attention in performing tasks, like preparing these con-
sumables in order to produce quality and acceptable welds. Electrodes are also se-
lected correctly in accordance with electrode specification and welding procedure re-
quirements. Therefore, the student/welder 26 will have to develop their skills and knowl-
edge on the maintenance and control of all consumables, as well as, the correct choice
of using them.

Some recommended acceptable practices for the maintenance, selection and

control of welding consumables are presented.

Baking/Drying Oven

Drying Oven
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Welding production and fabricators that usually accepts welding jobs are under
the welding code provisions. First and foremost, there must be a standard plan for elec-
trode control and maintenance. Electrodes are kept in the stockroom for sometime be-
cause of the influence of atmospheric conditions. These electrodes have to pass the

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drying or baking process. All electrodes for baking will be removed from a sealed plastic
and placed inside the oven in a classified manner (based on types and diameter size of
the electrode) in the oven shelves and marked accordingly. After loading, set the drying
oven temperature from 200 deg. C – 300 deg. C maintaining the temperature for a pe -
riod of two hours. Once the maximum time for drying (2 hours) is reached, shut-off the
oven.

Holding oven

After drying, remove the electrodes from the oven and store them in the storing
oven with a maintained temperature of 150 deg. C plus/minus 20 deg. C. The electrode
must remain in the oven without reducing the temperature as per 27 requirements. The
electrodes are maintained and controlled under the supervision of a storekeeper, as he
is responsible for the issuance of these electrodes to the welders and fitters.

Portable oven

Portable oven
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Normally, welders perform welding activities in the shop. In cases where welding
is done in a worksite, the welder should provide himself with a portable oven sometimes
called welder’s oven. The welder’s oven should be plugged to a power source. The tem -
perature that should be maintained is 70 deg. C plus/minus 10 deg. C. The unused
electrodes shall be returned to the storing oven at the end of the day’s work.

Types of Electrodes, Diameter size, Current (amp) and Power Sources

Mild Steel Electrodes

Low Hydrogen Electrodes

Stainless Steel Electrode

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Low Alloy Steel Electrode

Different types of electrodes, size, current, and power source are the recom-
mendable data for electrodes that can be the basis for selection. Only four (4) types of
electrodes are reflected in this information, but this will help you understand their proper
use and their existing specification. Further studies about electrodes will help you dis-
cover many things about welding consumables.

The industrial gases must be stored in a separate storage room and must have
proper air ventilation. The place should be equipped with fire hazard signs and also a
unit of fire extinguisher to be installed in a location near the series of filled full tanks for
accessibility. Cylinders must be provided with protection caps to prevent the valves from
being broken. Defective tanks, fitters, and others must be separated and marked defec-
tive.

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 Leaking fuel gas cylinders should be out of the building. Place the cylinders in an
open space and put a danger sign. Slowly release the pressure until the gas is totally
removed.

Welding Electrodes

Electrode Number System

E- 7010
E-11012

E- stands for electrode and is used for electric arc welding process

Electrode Number System

E- 7010
E-11012

The first two or first three-digit numbers designate the tensile strength of a metal in
thousands of pounds.

Electrode Number System

E- 7010
E-11012

The next digit means welding position. If it is:

1-All position
2-In Flat and Horizontal position

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 4- Vertical down

Electrode Number System

E- 7010
E-11012

The last digit indicates the type of coating and the polarity of the electrode.

Electrode Number System

0- Cellulosic DC EP (RP)
1- Cellulosic AC DC EP
2- Rutile DC EN
3- Rutile AC DC
4- Rutile and Iron powder AC DC EP
5- Lime DC EP
6- Lime AC DC EP
7- Iron Oxide AC DC EP
8- Lime and Iron Powder AC DC EP

Various electrode rating and its respective polarity

PROTECTIVE WELDING EQUIPMENT

 Prepare Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with the occupa-

tional health and safety standards.
 Check welding protective equipment in accordance with safety procedures.

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 Camarines Sur National High School
City of Naga
Activity Sheet for SMAW 10
Prepare Weld Materials

Name: ____________________________________ GR. & SEC. ____________Date: _______

A. TRUE OR FALSE
Direction: Read each statement below carefully. White TRUE if the statement is correct
and FALSE if the statement is not correct. Use separate sheet of paper (tablet paper/
long bond paper)
____________1. Welding torch is a gas mixing and burning tool for the welding of metal
____________2. Welding rod is a filler metal in the form of a rod or heavy wire
____________3. Welding is joining two metals by applying heat to melt and fuse them,
with or without filler metal
____________4. Weldment is an assembly or structure whose component parts are
joined by welding
____________5. The metal that is to be worked or welded is called base metal.

B. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Direction: Choose the correct answer and write the letter that corresponds to your
choice on the answer sheet provided.
1. Why is cleaning of surface and edges of metal so important?
a. It provides good appearance of the cut material
b. It is given in the instruction.
c. Dirt and other substances are detrimental to weld quality.
d. It makes it easy to fit-up joint.
2. What tool is used to easily metal scales, old paints and rust?
a. Grinder c. Chipping hammer
b. Scraper d. Metal sand paper
3. Why is an air tight fit-up necessary for Tee-joint preparation?
a. Dirt or contaminant will not stick
b. Gas pockets associated with unfit fit-up are avoided.

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 c. Rusting of joint is avoided.
d. None of the above
4. Beveled joint is considered “critical” in the category of weld. This means that:
a. Weld joint is necessary for radiography
b. Weld joint is for visual
c. Weld joint needs no inspection
d. All of the above.
5. Root face of beveled joint will not exceed a maximum of _____
a. 2 mm c. 3 mm
b. 5 mm d. 6 mm
6. An electrode oven with a maintaining temperature of 70 deg. C +/- 10 is called _____.
a. Drying oven c. Portable oven
b. Holding oven d. Heating oven
7. An oven which holds a temperature of 150 deg. C +/- 20 is called _____.
a. Holding oven c. Heating oven
b. Portable oven d. Baking oven
8. Which electrode is used for mild steel?
a. E–316-15 c. E-9015
b. E-7018 d. E-6013
9. Which electrode is used for low alloy steel?
a. E-316-16 c. E-7015
b. E-9016 d. E-6012
10. To prevent the cylinder valves from breaking down, these should be provided with
_____.
a. Cover c. Wrap with a chain
b. Protective caps d. Hazard sign
11. A safety gadget used to protect the face and eyes from the arc rays, heat and
spatter.
a. Welding gloves c. Safety shoes
b. Welding jacket d. Welding helmet/shield

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12. The most serious danger from exposure to welding arc is,
a. X-rays c. Ultra violet rays
b. Beta-rays d. Sun rays
13. Protect the entry of falling hot slag and spatter.
a. Leggings c. Welding helmet
b. Welding gloves d. Clear glass
14. When welding at a current setting of 120 amperes, what is the recommended
filter lens number?
a. 8 c. 10
b. 12 d. 11
15. Safety gadget used to protect the eyes when chipping slag and grinding.
a. Leggings c. Welding helmet
b. Welding gloves d. Clear glass

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 Camarines Sur National High School
City of Naga
Activity Sheet for SMAW 10
Prepare Weld Materials

Name: ________________________________ GR. & SEC. _________Date: _______

Explain the following: Use separate sheet of paper (tablet paper/ long bond paper)

1. What are the specified dimensions or specifications in cutting and preparing edge
materials?

2. Why should cutting and preparing edge of materials be in conformity with a given
standard?

3. What are the different cutting equipment/ machine to a certain job/metals?

4. What are the specified dimensions per specifications in cutting and preparing edge
materials?

5. Why is there a need to measure the area, volume and perimeter of the weld materi-
als?

6. How do we cut and prepare edge of materials in specified dimensions?

7. Why should we be careful in cutting edge of materials?

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 Camarines Sur National High School
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SMAW 10
PREPARE WELD MATERIALS

Name: ________________________________ GR. & SEC. _________Date: _______

Journal Writing Activity

Essential Ideas:

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 Answer Key

Pre-Test 4. T
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Activity sheet
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References:

Welding Principles and Application

By Larry Jeffus and Harold Johnson

Welding Technology 2nd Ed.

By Gower A. Kennedy

Technology & Livelihood Education – Grade 9 Industrial Arts: Shielded Metal Arc Welding -
(Prepare Weld Materials) Learner’s Material First Edition, 2014

Teacher: Daryl R. Tesoro Contact # 09301708962

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