8-5. Weld Bead Characteristics
Poor Weld Bead
Good Weld Bead
8-6. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape
Electrode Angle
Angle Too Small
Arc Length
Too Short
Travel Speed
Slow
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1
2
3
1
2
3
Correct Angle
° -
10
30
Drag
Normal
Normal
4
5
5
4
°
1
Large Spatter Deposits
2
Rough, Uneven Bead
3
Slight Crater During Welding
4
Bad Overlap
5
Poor Penetration
S-0053-A
1
Fine Spatter
2
Uniform Bead
3
Moderate Crater During
Welding
Weld a new bead or layer for each
1/8 in (3.2 mm) thickness in metals
being welded.
4
No Overlap
5
Good Penetration Into Base
Metal
Ref. S-0052-B
Angle Too Large
Spatter
Too Long
Fast
S-0061