The power source in a particular welding setup generates 3500W that can be transferred to the work surface with a heat transfer factor = 0.7. The metal to be welded is low carbon steel, whose melting temperature is 1760 K. The melting factor in the operation is 0.5. A continuous fillet weld is to be made with a cross-sectional area = 20 mm². Determine the travel speed at which the welding operation can be accomplished.

The power source in a particular welding setup generates 3500W that can be transferred to the work surface with a heat transfer factor = 0.7. The metal to be welded is low carbon steel, whose melting temperature is 1760 K. The melting factor in the operation is 0.5. A continuous fillet weld is to be made with a cross-sectional area = 20 mm². Determine the travel speed at which the welding operation can be accomplished.

Welding: Principles and Applications (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305494695

Author:Larry Jeffus

Publisher:Larry Jeffus

Chapter22: Welding Joint Design And Welding Symbols

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1R: List the five joint types used in welding.

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