Gmaw/Fcaw Handbook - Paperback

by William H. Minnick (Author), James Mosman (Author)

The GMAW/FCAW Handbook provides a thorought but concise introduction to gas metal arc welding and flux cored arc welding. The key topics of the book include welding safety; equipment/consumables selection and setup; joint design, preparation, and symbols; welding procedures for a variety of base metals; surfacing; and weld inspection and testing. Separate chapters address welding each of the base metal classes for GMAW and FCAW.

• Prepares students for Knowledge Tests and Welder Performance Qualification Tests for Modules 5 and 6 of AWS (American Welding Society) SENSE Level I--Entry Welder certification.
• Provides detailed information about welding carbon steels, stainless steels, cast irons, and aluminum.
• Includes detailed explanations of specialized applications such welding of thin gauge sheet metal and surfacing.