WIS - Process

WIS Information

Cleaning: Enter the method of cleaning (e.g., with a wire brush).

Filler Metal AWS Class: Enter the AWS Classification of the filler metal. If the filler metal is selected through the Filler Metal Browser, this will be entered automatically.

Wire Size: Enter the electrode or wire sizes actually used for this process. If the electrode or wire size is not an essential variable, enter a value in these fields and place comments about the electrode on a note line. A note about the size may also be placed in these fields. For example, 1/8 (2.4 mm) may indicate the use of either a 1/8-inch or a 2.4-millimeter electrode.

Filler Metal Trade Name: Enter the trade name for this filler metal. This field is essential if the filler metal is not AWS classified.

Current: Current may be alternating or direct (AC/DC).

Amperage Range: Enter the desired amps for this electrode size.

Polarity: Polarity may be straight (electrode negative) or reverse (electrode positive).

Travel speed: Enter the travel speed of the test in inches per minute (ipm) for English units or millimeters per minute (mm/min) for metric.

Voltage Range: Enter the desired voltage for this electrode size.

Progression: For vertical welds, select the direction the welding was performed.

Position: The relationship between the weld pool, joint, joint members, and weld heat source during welding. Select the position used when qualifying the weld.

Pass Info: Indicate the pass or layer numbers.

Layer Info: For hardface and overlay processes, select either single or multiple layers.

Bead Type: Select the bead type. A stringer bead is made without appreciable weaving motion; a weave bead is made with transverse oscillation.

Passes Per Side: For groove and fillet welds, select single pass, multiple pass, or a combination of the two.