Welding A 2G Open Root GMAW - First Steps Prep & Fit-up

Have you been struggling with welding out a 2G open root? In this video, Austin runs us through machine setting, then walks us through prepping and fitting up your plates to get you started. For the full video where he welds out each pass root to cap head over to the weldapp and check out the full run-through.
Ready to join the WELD™ community? Download the app in the Google or Apple stores or Log in online at www.weld.com today! Find welding resources and exclusive or refurbished videos with details to help you get the most out of your learning. Check out awesome member discounts through our brand partners and enter to win monthly mystery boxes, listen in on our podcasts and follow our social channels. linktr.ee/Weld...
Disclaimer: As an Affiliate and Industry Influencer, Weld.com earns from qualifying purchases via our posted links and affiliate links. Videos produced and made available by Weld.com or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or representatives (collectively, "Weld.com") are provided for informational purposes only. Although every effort has been made to provide the most accurate and useful information from sources believed to be reliable, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made regarding accuracy, adequacy, completeness, legality, reliability, or usefulness of any information. As tools, products, materials, equipment, techniques, and applicable laws, regulations and ordinances are constantly changing, Weld.com cannot and does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy of the information contained herein. Under no circumstances shall Weld.com be responsible or liable in any way for any content, including but not limited to death, injury, errors or omissions in the content, or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of any content communicated in a video, on a website or by other means, whether displayed by Weld.com, or a third party in its original or a modified form. All content is subject to Weld.com and any third party's applicable terms and policies. Carefully review all terms and policies.
ALWAYS USE CAUTION WHEN UTILIZING ANY DISPLAYED TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, TECHNIQUES OR PROCESSES. IF EVER IN DOUBT, CONSULT A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL. ANY RELIANCE ON THE PRESENTED INFORMATION IS STRICTLY AT THE VIEWERS OWN RISK. EACH VIEWER EXPRESSLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUMES ANY AND ALL RISKS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DEATH, DISABILITY, AND/OR SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY RELATED TO THE USAGE OF ANY TOOLS, EQUIPMENT OR TECHNIQUES OR PROCESSES IN THE PRESENTED CONTENT. IN THE EVENT OF AN INJURY IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION.

[@eeriedan]

The elbow thing is so clever! Thank you

[@Welddotcom]

Absolutely glad we could help!

[@406Style]

As an absolute beginner, i would have enjoyed a little more show not tell. Still soaking it up, thx for the videos.

[@TheKoog977]

Thx for the tips, great job

[@btipton123]

Where’s part 2? Why get us ready and not show us if your weld was alright…..

[@roylowery1329]

Boooo no weld video..

[@GRich120]

16 extra minutes in the WELD App.

[@1Guason3]

Shouldn't have to do that

[@Welddotcom]

Prep is one of the most important parts of welding and like stated below you can find the full video here beta.weld.com/CourseDetails?courseId=390

[@peetky8645]

@@1Guason3 yeah . i come here less and less

[@stovolbelinche3178]

as an idet russian who barly speak and spleel englash what is G i not very smart i know stik "G" i never heard

[@alexanderdesfosses]

G stands for groove weld f is filled weld 1 is flat under your neck 2 is horizontal 3 is vertical 4 is overhead 5 is pipe horizontal, and 6 is pipe on a 45-degree angle