AM.I.E.K12
KnowledgeCharacteristics of acceptable welds.
From the FAA library
- Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding › Oxy-Acetylene Welding of Nonferrous Metals › Magnesium Welding
careful planning to eliminate distortion. In most cases, filler material should match the base material in alloy. When welding two different magnesium alloys together, the material manufacturer should be consulted for recommendations. Aluminum should never be welded to magnesium ... aluminum welding, a flux is required to break down the surface oxides and ensure a sound weld. Fluxes sold specifically for the purpose of fusion welding magnesium are available in powder form and are mixed with water in the same…
- Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding › Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG Welding) › TIG Welding 4130 Steel Tubing
Welding 4130 Steel Tubing Welding 4130 with TIG is not much different than welding other steels as far as technique is concerned. The following information generally addresses material under 0.120-inch thick. Clean the steel of any oil or grease ... stainless steel wire brush to clean the work piece prior to welding. This is to prevent porosity and hydrogen embrittlement during the welding process. The TIG process is highly susceptible to these problems, much more so than oxy-acetylene welding…
- Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding
With the right equipment and instruction, almost anyone with some basic mechanical skill, dexterity, and practice can learn to weld. There are three general types of welding: gas, electric arc, and electric resistance. Each type of welding has several variations ... some of which are used in the construction of aircraft. Additionally, there are some new welding processes that have been developed in recent years that are highlighted for the purpose of information. This chapter addresses the welding equipment, methods…