FCAW

What does FCAW mean?

• Fast Current Arc Welding

• Flame Core Arc Welding

• Flux Core Arc Welding

• Flexible Core Arc Welding

What is the correct polarity to run self shielding FCAW-S wire?

• DCEN

• DCEP

• ACEN

• ACEP

What is the correct gas mix when running FCAW?

• 100% Argon

• 90% Argon 7.5% Helium 2.5% Co2

• 80% Argon 20% Co2

• 75% Argon 25% Co2

Where can you get a baseline for machine settings?

• The manufacturer of the wire

• The manufacturer of the machine

• It's listed on the side of the machine

• Setting parameters are automatic when you switch modes

What is the correct polarity to run gas shielded or dual shielded FCAW wire?

• DCEP

• DCEN

• ACEN

• ACEP

If you have trouble seeing where to weld, what could you use to guide you?

• Spot weld marks

• Sharpie marks

• Scratch Awl marks

• Soapstone marks

With FCAW, how should the wire angle travel?

• With a push angle

• With a drag angle

• None of these

• Either of these

What should your wire angle be when welding with FCAW?

• 5-10 degrees

• 10-15 degrees

• 15-20 degrees

• 20-25 degrees

What should your electrical stickout be with FCAW wire?

• 1/8" to 1/4"

• 1/4" to 1/2"

• 3/8" to 5/8"

• 1/2" to 3/4"

What is considered the "Toe" of the weld?

• The top of the weld bead

• The bottom of the weld bead

• The edge of the bead

• The center of the weld bead