Poor Weld Bead Characteristics; Good Weld Bead Characteristics - Miller Shielded Metal Arc Welding Manuallines

3-8. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics

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3-9. Good Weld Bead Characteristics

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Weld a new bead or layer for each
1/8 in (3.2 mm) thickness in metals
being welded.
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Large Spatter Deposits
Rough, Uneven Bead
Slight Crater During
Welding
Bad Overlap
Poor Penetration
S-0053-A
Fine Spatter
Uniform Bead
Moderate Crater During
Welding
No Overlap
Good Penetration Into Base
Metal
S-0052-B
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