Welding Positions Simplified

Front

Back

1F

Flat position

Front

Back

Horizontal position

Front

Vertical position

Back

Weld up or down, requires skill

Front

Overhead position

Back

Weld from below, most difficult

Front

1G position

Back

Flat groove weld, simple

Front

2G position

Back

Horizontal groove weld, moderate

Front

3G position

Back

Vertical groove weld, skilled

Front

4G position

Back

Overhead groove weld, advanced

Front

5G position

Back

Pipe welding, fixed horizontal

Front

6G position

Back

Pipe welding, fixed at 45° angle