Question

identify the work angle.
a
b
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Explanation:

Define travel and work angles

Using the Welding Travel Angle and Welding Torch Orientation knowledge points

• Travel Angle: The angle between the electrode axis and a line perpendicular to the weld axis, measured in the plane of the weld axis (shown in diagram A, tilted along the direction of travel).
• Work Angle: The angle between the electrode axis and the surface of the base metal, measured in a plane perpendicular to the weld axis (shown in diagram B, perpendicular to the direction of travel).

Identify the correct diagram

Using the Welding Torch Orientation knowledge point

• Diagram A shows the torch tilted along the weld path, representing the travel angle (approximately \(15^\circ\) to \(30^\circ\)).
• Diagram B shows the torch angle relative to the flat surface of the workpiece from a cross-sectional view, representing the work angle (\(90^\circ\)).
• Therefore, Diagram B represents the Work Angle.

Answer:

• (A) Diagram A (Travel Angle)
• (B) Diagram B (Work Angle) (Correct answer)