Welder qualification 3F position.

[JohnPeter1]

Dear Expert,
I have welder qualification according awd d1.1
and position F3 NOT G3
so what that test required for this position.
(just VT or we have other test)
Best Regards.

 

[JohnPeter1]

answer please

 

[DaveB87]

required testing can be found in section 4.20.1 and table 4.11 (2010 edition)

 

[gtaw]

It should be listed as 3F indicating a fillet weld in the vertical position. There are two test options: 1 is the T-joint welded on one side. It requires a macroetch and a break test. The 2nd option is a butt joint utilizing a square groove with a wide root opening. The fillets in the corners are welded in the test position and the resulting "groove" is completed in the test position or in the flat position. Straps are cut and tested in a bend fixtures in the same manner as a grooved test assembly. Both tests require the welded coupon pass visual examination before any additional testing.

Best regards - Al