47K views · 664 reactions | This Video shows a few Tips for passing a plate welding test. A common test for shipyards and lots of other structural welding jobs is a 3g and 4g plate test. This is the 3g vertical welding test video. coming soon is the 4g overhead plate test video. ...stay tuned | Welding Tips & Tricks | Facebook

https://welderskills.lpages.co/ws-zoom-1/ WELD PROCESS = GMAW, SHORT CIRCUIT MIG, GAS METAL ARC, BARE WIRE MIG METAL TYPE = CARBON STEEL, COLD ROLLED STEEL, A36THICKNESS = 3/8” with 30 degree bevel WELD TYPE = fill pass for open butt Groove weld JOINT TYPE =Butt POSITION = 3g vertical uphill VOLTS = 18 volts WIRE SPEED = 210 IPM WIRE SIZE = .035" POLARITY = DCEP GAS FLOW = 20-25 CFH C25 GAS CTWD = 3/8”-1/2" FILLER METAL = ER70S6 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS = TIPS:A relatively short stickout aka contact