Spatter - Welding defects


Figure 1: Spatter.

Defect name: Spatter
Record No.: 894
Type of defect (Internal/Surface): Surface
Defect classification: Welding defects
Steel name: Steel
Steel composition in weight %: No data.
Note:  
Definition: Small particles (droplet) of weld metal expelled from the welding operation which adhere to the base metal surface.
Cause: Long arc length, severe electrode angles, high amperages.
Prevention: Correct the cause. Base metal can be protected with coverings or hi-temp paints.
Repair: Remove by grinding or sanding. Sometimes must be tested as if it were a weld.
Reference: Not shown in this demonstration version.

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