In this article, we shall be covering the definition, equipment, circuit diagram, and advantages of arc welding. We have also provided a PDF download link for the same.
Arc Welding Definition
Arc welding is a welding process that is used to join metal to metal by using electricity to create enough heat to melt metal, and the melted metals when cool result in a binding of the metals.
Arc Welding Introduction
Arc welding is one of several fusion processes for joining metals. By applying intense heat, metal at the joint between two parts is melted and caused to intermix directly, or more commonly, with an intermediate molten filler metal. Upon cooling and solidification, a metallurgical bond is created.
Since the joining is an intermixture of metals the final weldment potentially has the same strength properties as the metals of the parts. A problem that arises in arc welding is the contamination of the metal with elements in the atmosphere (O, H, N, etc.). There can also be a problem with the surface that is not clean. The solution to this Includes,
- Gas shields: An inert gas is blown into the weld zone to drive away other atmospheric gases.
- Flux: A material that is added to clean the surface may also give off a gas to drive away unwanted gases.
Arc welding working/circuit diagram
An AC or DC power source, fitted with whatever controls may be needed, is connected by a work cable to the workpiece and by an electrode cable to an electrode holder of some type, which makes electrical contact with the welding electrode.
An arc is created across the gap when the circuit is energized and the electrode tip touches the workpiece and is withdrawn yet still within close contact. The arc produces a temperature of about 6500 degrees centigrade at the tip. This heat melts both the base metal and the electrode producing a pool of molten metal sometimes called a creator. The creator solidifies behind the electrode as it is moved along the joint. This result is a fusion bond.
Arc Welding Equipment
Arc welding equipment consist of the following
- Welding Machine (Power Supply)
- Cable
- Holder
- Electrode
- Cable
- Hand Gloves
- Goggles
- Aprons
- Chipping Hammers
- Wire Brush
Welding Machine (Power Supply)
- Electric or Power is supplying from Direct Board to Welding Machine to Electrode cable to Electrode Holder.
Cable
- The main function is to deliver the current to the electrode holder from the machine.
Holder
- The function is to hold the Electrode.
Electrode
- This electrode creates a spark when contacting the work.
Hand Gloves
- While performing welding operations safety comes first so for the hand we use here Hand gloves.
Goggles
- As the welding operation temperature is too high we can see the operation with the naked eye but after some time the eye gets damaged. The eye can not sustain high temperatures therefore here we use Goggles.
Aprons
- Aprons are like clothes. We wear this for safety purposes.
Chipping Hammers
- This instrument is for holding the workpiece whenever required.
Wire Brush
- To remove unwanted material from the welded workpiece that is slag we use a wire brush.
how welding works
Arc Welding Working Principle
The Arc welding temperature ranges from a minimum 3000-degree centigrade to up to 20000-degree centigrade. So as the Diagram is shown above which set up has been shown. Now supplying the power from the machine to the electrodes by the electrode cable and holder. The workpiece is mounted there before the electrode touches the workpiece we have to maintain a 2 to 3-mm gap because when you directly touch it, It might get sticks and do vibrate.
Arc Welding Advantages
- The process gives high deposition rates.
- Welding speed is high.
- Wire consumption is low.
- The consumption of electrical energy is low, as a maximum of 97 % of heat energy can be utilized.
- Any length can be welded without any interruption.
- High-quality Welds are achieved with no fusion defects, no porosity and slag inclusions.
Arc Welding Disadvantages
- High skilled operator required to perform an operation.
- Arc is invisible, it can be controlled only by measuring arc voltage and current.
- It can be used only in the down hand welding position.
Arc Welding Applications
- The application of Arc welding in the various department like:
- Industries Construction
- Shipbuilding
- Farm equipment
- Lawn and Garden
- Highway Equipment
- Institutional Equipment
- Railways Department
- There are various other places there also this arc welding is used.
conclusion
In conclusion, Arc welding uses electricity to join metals and offers benefits such as speed, control, and versatility. Proper equipment and safety measures should be followed for high-quality welds.
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