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Pipe Welding
Techniques
by Mohammed Haroon Javeed
Welding Positions
1G
2G
5G
6G
1F
2F
2FR
4F
5F
1G Position
2G Position
Pipe Axis Vertical, Weld is
Horizontal, Pipe is considered in a
fixed position.
Always use a split bead technique
Always work from the bottom up.
5G Position
6G Position
Pipe axis is fixed in
position at a 45 degree
incline. The position
includes flat, horizontal,
vertical, and overhead
welds.
A split bead technique is
best used.
1F Position
Pipe is rotated. The
pipe axis is at a 45
degree incline.
Welding is to occur at
the top of the pipe.
Split bead or weave
technique may be
used.
2F Position
Fixed Position
Best to use a split
bead technique
2FR Position
A split bead
technique is best
used.
Rotated
4F Position
5F Position
Not Rotated.
Progression may be up
or down.
Split beads or weaves
can be used on 5F-up
welds, split beads are
best used on 5F-down
welds.
Fill Pass
Root Pass
Cover Pass
Hot Pass
Progression (vertical)
Up
deeper penetration
Higher deposit rate (lb/hr)
Use near 90 degree travel angle or slightly up
Down
faster (point to point)
less penetration for thin metal
less dilution
Use steep drag angle
Root Openings
Root Opening
Root Faces
Root Face
Root faces - 0
450 included angle
Remove all mill scales and rust
Tacking - not in groove
Tack away from coupon area.
Flush on backing
700
300
450
Craters
Arc Length
Longer arc lengths = increased puddle heat, flatter
welds, deeper penetration
Shorter arc lengths = less puddle heat, flatter welds,
less penetration
Use arc length to control puddle size, penetration, and
burn through.
Use a slightly longer arc length during a start or restart.