7018 1G weld test w/backing

This video covers the basic fundamentals of tack up & welding of a 1G plate test, using E7018 electrodes with backing.

[@zachlevine1391]

I no pro welder, but shouldn’t you have like, vents or something. It looks like your smoke is stagnant

[@dirtymig0pp772]

Thats a pretty weave on the face

[@memecentral2460]

Half degree bevel? I'm no professional welder but that sounds and is wrong.

[@timratz905]

Are you referring to the 22.5 degree beveling of the plates? The D1.1 code book requires a 45 degree V-groove, which results in a 22.5 degree bevel on each plate.