Question

smaw can be performed in which positions?
(check all that apply.)

1g
2g
3g
4g
5g
6g
1f
2f
3f
4f

Explanation:

Identify SMAW capabilities

Using the SMAW and Welding Positions knowledge points
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), commonly known as stick welding, is a highly versatile manual welding process. Because the welder manually controls the electrode and the slag system supports the molten weld pool, SMAW can be performed in all standard welding positions.

Evaluate the listed positions

Using the Welding Positions knowledge point
The standard welding positions for groove welds (G) and fillet welds (F) are:

• Flat position: 1G and 1F
• Horizontal position: 2G and 2F
• Vertical position: 3G and 3F
• Overhead position: 4G and 4F
• Pipe positions: 5G and 6G

Since SMAW is an all-position welding process, it can be performed in every single one of these positions. Therefore, all options listed in the quiz apply.

Answer:

• [x] 1G (Correct answer)
• [x] 2G (Correct answer)
• [x] 3G (Correct answer)
• [x] 4G (Correct answer)
• [x] 5G (Correct answer)
• [x] 6G (Correct answer)
• [x] 1F (Correct answer)
• [x] 2F (Correct answer)
• [x] 3F (Correct answer)
• [x] 4F (Correct answer)