Introduction to Shielded Metal
Arc Welding (SMAW) Exam
Study Guide – Practice
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SMAW
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Voltage
The pressure of water in a pipe is to electricity
Work
In order to be performed current must flow through the conductors in a closed
electrical circuit.
Amperage
The flow of water in a pipe is to electricity
SMAW Parts
A Power source
A ground cable or clamp
An electrode Cable
,A welding electrode and electrode holder
The workpiece
Open Circuit Voltage
The voltage present when the welding machine power switch is in the ON
position, but no welding is taking place. It is at is maximum.
5532°C - 6632°C
The heat generated as the current crosses the arc from the electrode to the
workpiece.
The weld deposit is made up of metal from where
As the electrode melts (5532°C - 6632°C) the parent metal and the electrode
small particles of molten metal are carried across the arc stream and deposited
in the molten pool on the parent metal.
Mixture of the electrode and the parent metal.
A mix of the melted electrode and the melted parent ,metal
Parent Metal
Metal in the workpiece directly beneath the arc.
Penetration
The force of the arc digs into the workpiece and provides the necessary depth
of _______________ for the weld.
Flux
Covers the SMAW Electrode
Electrodes
Core of solid metal wire or a metal tube containing metal powder. The core
conducts the current to the arc and also provides filler metal for the weld joint.
Filler
, Is deposited as the electrode is gradually consumed and the welder moves the
arc over the workpiece (at the correct arc length and travel speed)
Coating (Flux)
Helps keep the arc stable and concentrated. As the chemicals in the coating are
vaporized they provide shielding required to protect the molten metal from
contamination by atmosphere.
Power Source
May supply either DC or AC and have controls so the current can be varied in
order to meet the requirements of different welding tasks, materials and
positions.
Arc Welding Station
Arc Welding Machine
Arc Welding Station
Workbench
Arc Welding Station
Electrode holder
Arc Welding Station
Stool
Arc Welding Station
Booth or screen
Arc Welding Station
Work cable and terminals
Arc Welding Station
Ventilation
Arc Welding Station
Ground Clamp
Arc Welding (SMAW) Exam
Study Guide – Practice
Questions with Verified
Answers. GRADED A+. Latest
2026/2027 Update.
SMAW
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Voltage
The pressure of water in a pipe is to electricity
Work
In order to be performed current must flow through the conductors in a closed
electrical circuit.
Amperage
The flow of water in a pipe is to electricity
SMAW Parts
A Power source
A ground cable or clamp
An electrode Cable
,A welding electrode and electrode holder
The workpiece
Open Circuit Voltage
The voltage present when the welding machine power switch is in the ON
position, but no welding is taking place. It is at is maximum.
5532°C - 6632°C
The heat generated as the current crosses the arc from the electrode to the
workpiece.
The weld deposit is made up of metal from where
As the electrode melts (5532°C - 6632°C) the parent metal and the electrode
small particles of molten metal are carried across the arc stream and deposited
in the molten pool on the parent metal.
Mixture of the electrode and the parent metal.
A mix of the melted electrode and the melted parent ,metal
Parent Metal
Metal in the workpiece directly beneath the arc.
Penetration
The force of the arc digs into the workpiece and provides the necessary depth
of _______________ for the weld.
Flux
Covers the SMAW Electrode
Electrodes
Core of solid metal wire or a metal tube containing metal powder. The core
conducts the current to the arc and also provides filler metal for the weld joint.
Filler
, Is deposited as the electrode is gradually consumed and the welder moves the
arc over the workpiece (at the correct arc length and travel speed)
Coating (Flux)
Helps keep the arc stable and concentrated. As the chemicals in the coating are
vaporized they provide shielding required to protect the molten metal from
contamination by atmosphere.
Power Source
May supply either DC or AC and have controls so the current can be varied in
order to meet the requirements of different welding tasks, materials and
positions.
Arc Welding Station
Arc Welding Machine
Arc Welding Station
Workbench
Arc Welding Station
Electrode holder
Arc Welding Station
Stool
Arc Welding Station
Booth or screen
Arc Welding Station
Work cable and terminals
Arc Welding Station
Ventilation
Arc Welding Station
Ground Clamp
