Submerged Arc Welding S.A.W (Leaving Cert Engineering): Quizzes
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What type of process is Submerged Arc Welding?
What type of process is Submerged Arc Welding?
Completely automated
Why is the process called 'submerged' arc welding?
Why is the process called 'submerged' arc welding?
Arc is covered by granulated flux
What moves the welding unit along the workpiece in S.A.W.?
What moves the welding unit along the workpiece in S.A.W.?
Motor-driven trolley system
What type of power supply does S.A.W. use?
What type of power supply does S.A.W. use?
DC power supply
What is the main function of the servo control in S.A.W.?
What is the main function of the servo control in S.A.W.?
Manages precise movement & positioning
What application commonly uses S.A.W. for construction?
What application commonly uses S.A.W. for construction?
Structural steel beams
S.A.W. is most economical for welds typically over what length?
S.A.W. is most economical for welds typically over what length?
300mm
Which industry uses S.A.W. for water boiler tank construction?
Which industry uses S.A.W. for water boiler tank construction?
Boiler manufacturing
What is a key advantage of S.A.W. regarding quality?
What is a key advantage of S.A.W. regarding quality?
Human error is eliminated
What does deep penetration in S.A.W. allow for thick sections?
What does deep penetration in S.A.W. allow for thick sections?
Welding in a single pass
What is the key difference between S.A.W. and MIG welding?
What is the key difference between S.A.W. and MIG welding?
Automation level
How does the electrode wire feed in S.A.W.?
How does the electrode wire feed in S.A.W.?
Continuously from a spool