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SMAW Exam ALL 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR
Which electrode length has the greatest percentage of waste?
a. 228 mm (9 inches)
b. 355 mm (14 inches)
c. 457mm (18 inches)
d. 610 mm (24 inches)
a. 228 mm (9 inches)
Which of the following is NOT a function of the slag coating on a SMAW electrode?
a. Provide a gas shield to prevent contamination of the weld metal by atmospheric gases.
b. Add oxygen and nitrogen to the weld zone, increasing weld metal strength.
c. Stabilize the arc by promoting electrical conduction.
d. Scavenge impurities out of the weld metal.
b. Add oxygen and nitrogen to the weld zone, increasing weld metal strength.
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Electrodes that rely more heavily on shielding gases to protect the solidifying weld metal
produce a smaller amount of slag.
a. True
b. False
a. True
When welding with SMAW electrodes, what can be done to increase electrode burn-off rates?
a. Use alternating current (AC)
b. Use direct current electrode negative (DCEN)
c. Use direct current electrode positive (DCEP)
d. Use high frequency alternating current (HFAC)
b. Use direct current electrode negative (DCEN)
What type of power source is typically used for SMAW?
a. Constant Current (CC)
b. Constant Delivery (CD)
c. Constant Energy (CE)
d. Constant Voltage (CV)
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a. Constant Current (CC)
How is voltage controlled with SMAW?
a. By the selection of the electrode.
b. By the selection of the electrode holder.
c. By the welder setting it on the power source.
d. By the welder manipulating the arc length.
d. By the welder manipulating the arc length.
What type of volt-ampere curve is used with SMAW?
a. Diagonal
b. Drooping
c. Flat
d. Vertical
b. Drooping
What is a benefit of the twist type electrode holder?
a. They allow an easier release of the electrode than the alligator style.
b. They are made of soft durable rubber, so they do not damage easily.
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c. They have notches in various orientations to allow the electrode to be held at different
angles.
d. They hold the electrode tightly, allowing the welder to bend the electrode as they choose.
d. They hold the electrode tightly, allowing the welder to bend the electrode as they choose.
What is a benefit of the alligator jaw electrode holder?
a. Releasing the electrode is easier, reducing the chances of a stray arc.
b. There are four types of alligator jaws that can be swapped out for welding each of the four
positions.
c. They grip the electrode tighter than a twist style electrode holder.
d. They have smooth jaws which allow the electrode to be rotated easily.
a. Releasing the electrode is easier, reducing the chances of a stray arc.
What will be the result of using a small welding cable and high amperage?
a. There will be a large voltage drop at the electrode.
b. There will be an increased life of the welding cable.
c. The cables will become damaged from overheating.
d. There will be increased welder fatigue from the weight of the cables.
SMAW Exam ALL 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR
Which electrode length has the greatest percentage of waste?
a. 228 mm (9 inches)
b. 355 mm (14 inches)
c. 457mm (18 inches)
d. 610 mm (24 inches)
a. 228 mm (9 inches)
Which of the following is NOT a function of the slag coating on a SMAW electrode?
a. Provide a gas shield to prevent contamination of the weld metal by atmospheric gases.
b. Add oxygen and nitrogen to the weld zone, increasing weld metal strength.
c. Stabilize the arc by promoting electrical conduction.
d. Scavenge impurities out of the weld metal.
b. Add oxygen and nitrogen to the weld zone, increasing weld metal strength.
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Electrodes that rely more heavily on shielding gases to protect the solidifying weld metal
produce a smaller amount of slag.
a. True
b. False
a. True
When welding with SMAW electrodes, what can be done to increase electrode burn-off rates?
a. Use alternating current (AC)
b. Use direct current electrode negative (DCEN)
c. Use direct current electrode positive (DCEP)
d. Use high frequency alternating current (HFAC)
b. Use direct current electrode negative (DCEN)
What type of power source is typically used for SMAW?
a. Constant Current (CC)
b. Constant Delivery (CD)
c. Constant Energy (CE)
d. Constant Voltage (CV)
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a. Constant Current (CC)
How is voltage controlled with SMAW?
a. By the selection of the electrode.
b. By the selection of the electrode holder.
c. By the welder setting it on the power source.
d. By the welder manipulating the arc length.
d. By the welder manipulating the arc length.
What type of volt-ampere curve is used with SMAW?
a. Diagonal
b. Drooping
c. Flat
d. Vertical
b. Drooping
What is a benefit of the twist type electrode holder?
a. They allow an easier release of the electrode than the alligator style.
b. They are made of soft durable rubber, so they do not damage easily.
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c. They have notches in various orientations to allow the electrode to be held at different
angles.
d. They hold the electrode tightly, allowing the welder to bend the electrode as they choose.
d. They hold the electrode tightly, allowing the welder to bend the electrode as they choose.
What is a benefit of the alligator jaw electrode holder?
a. Releasing the electrode is easier, reducing the chances of a stray arc.
b. There are four types of alligator jaws that can be swapped out for welding each of the four
positions.
c. They grip the electrode tighter than a twist style electrode holder.
d. They have smooth jaws which allow the electrode to be rotated easily.
a. Releasing the electrode is easier, reducing the chances of a stray arc.
What will be the result of using a small welding cable and high amperage?
a. There will be a large voltage drop at the electrode.
b. There will be an increased life of the welding cable.
c. The cables will become damaged from overheating.
d. There will be increased welder fatigue from the weight of the cables.
