Visual Inspection - Soyer BMH-22i Operating Instructions Manual

BMH-22i
7.3.2

Visual inspection

The visual inspection serves as a rough check for major defects. The uniformity of the weld is
assessed.
Good weld quality. Optimum setting.
Regular, bright and complete collar.
Poor weld quality e.g. caused by excessive welding energy or
insufficient plunge or lift.
Reduced diameter weld. Partial weld.
Poor weld quality e.g. caused by insufficient welding energy or humid
ceramic ferrules.
Reduced and irregular collar.
Poor weld quality, e.g. caused by arc blow, tilted or unsteady welding
position of welding gun.
Stud flange is not completely welded and shows visual defects. Weld
undercuts are visible.
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