VRTEX Mobile - Simulateur de soudage LINCOLN ELECTRIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Virtual Reality Welding Training System
Brand	Lincoln Electric
Model	VRTEX Mobile
Dimensions (H x W x D)	120 cm x 60 cm x 50 cm
Weight	Approximately 50 kg
Power Supply	100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Display	Integrated touchscreen monitor
Software	VRTEX welding simulation software
Primary Functions	Realistic welding simulation, multiple weld joint types, real-time feedback on technique
Included Components	Welding gun simulator, foot pedal, safety gear, power cord
Maintenance	Clean screen and sensors with dry cloth; update software periodically
Safety	Use in well-ventilated area; follow electrical safety guidelines; no open flames
Repairability	Contact Lincoln Electric for parts; select components user-replaceable
Warranty	Standard manufacturer warranty applies
General Features	Mobile cart design, adjustable height, built-in storage for accessories

Frequently Asked Questions - VRTEX Mobile LINCOLN ELECTRIC

How do I set up the VRTEX Mobile for the first time?

Unpack all components, assemble the cart, connect the power cable, and turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen setup wizard to calibrate the welding gun and foot pedal.

What welding processes does the VRTEX Mobile simulate?

It simulates SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes with adjustable parameters like amperage, voltage, and wire feed speed.

Can I use the VRTEX Mobile without an internet connection?

Yes, the system works offline. However, software updates and some online features require an internet connection.

How do I clean the touchscreen and sensors?

Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe the screen and sensors. Do not use liquid cleaners or abrasive materials to avoid damage.

What should I do if the simulation lags or freezes?

Ensure the system is not overheating, close unused applications, and restart the unit. If the issue persists, check for software updates or contact support.

How often should I update the VRTEX software?

Check for updates monthly via the settings menu. Install updates to access new features, improved simulations, and bug fixes.

What safety precautions should I take while using the VRTEX Mobile?

Use the system in a well-ventilated area, avoid tripping hazards from cables, and do not expose the equipment to moisture. Always follow the safety instructions in the manual.

Can I replace the welding gun simulator myself?

Yes, the gun is designed for user replacement. Turn off the unit, disconnect the cable, and attach a new compatible gun. Contact Lincoln Electric for replacements.

How do I adjust the cart height?

Loosen the locking knobs on the cart legs, adjust to the desired height, and tighten the knobs securely. Ensure the cart is stable before use.

What does the error code 'E07' mean?

Error code E07 indicates a communication error between the display unit and the simulator. Restart the system and check all cable connections. If the error persists, contact technical support.

USER MANUAL VRTEX Mobile LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WPS #	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (In)	WFS (lpm) or amps	Voltage	Polarity

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 3)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
3-1	GMAW - Spray	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	385 (+ 5) (9.8 m/min)	25 DC+
3-2	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (+ 5) (9.5 m/min)	1.1(trim) DC+
3-3	GMAW - Spray	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (+ 5) (9.5 m/min)	25 DC+
3-4	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm).	240 (+ 5) (6.0 m/min)	1.1(trim) DC+
3-5	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	240 (+ 5) (6.0 m/min)	1.05(trim)	DC+
3-6	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	290 (+ 5) (7.4 m/min)	1.1(trim) DC+
3-7	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 V/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (+ 5) (8.9 m/min)	1.05(trim) DC+

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 4)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
4-1	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3F down	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-3	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3F up	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3F up	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-9	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100(±5)	NA	DC+
4-10	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-11	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3F up	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-12	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-13	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	30 DC+
4-14	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	40-45 (19-21 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	31 DC+
4-15	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	35-45 (17-21 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	300 (±5) (7.5 m/min)	24 DC+
4-16	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	200 (±5) (5.0 m/min)	20 DC+
4-17	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	150 (±5) (3.8 m/min)	19 DC+
4-18	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F down	1/4" (6.4 mm)	200 (±5) (5.0 m/min)	17 DC+
4-19	GMAW - Pulse	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (±5) (9.5 m/min)	1.1 (trim)	DC+
4-20	GMAW - Pulse	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	145 (±5) (3.6 m/min)	1.00 (trim)	DC+
4-21	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	360 (±5) (9.2 m/min)	26 DC+
4-22	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	360 (±5) (9.2 m/min)	26	DC+
4-23	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	276 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	.95 (trim)	DC+
4-24	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F down	10 GA (3.2 mm).	212 (±5) (5.4 m/min)	.95 (trim) DC+
4-25	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm).	212 (±5) (5.4 m/min)	.95 (trim) DC+

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 5)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (In)	WFS (lpm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
5-1	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	80 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	3F Up Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	80 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-3	SMAW	1/8" (9.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	4F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	80 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	100 (+5)	N/A	AC
5-5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	125 (+5)	N/A	AC
5-6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	100 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-7	CMAW	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	250 (+5)(6.3 m/min)	18 DC+
5-8	GMAW	.035" (.89mm) E70S 6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	250 (+5)(6.3 m/min)	18 DC+
5-9	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	240 (+5)(6.0 m/min)	1.1 DC+
5-10	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER308	BlueMax 308	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	210 (+5)(5.4 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-11	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER308	BlueMax 308	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	210 (+5)(5.4 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-12	GMAW-Pulse	.035 (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (+5) (5.8 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-13	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3F Up	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (+5) (5.8 m/min)	1	DC+
5-14	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (+5) (5.8 m/min)	1	DC+
5-15	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (+5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-16	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (+5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-17	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (+5) (5.8 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-18	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (+5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-19	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-20	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3F	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (+5)(3.6 m/min)	1 DC+
5-21	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (+5)(3.6 m/min)	1 DC+
5-22	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-23	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-24	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (+5)(3.6 m/min)	1 DC+
5-25	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-26	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-27	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S 6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-28	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-29	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	90 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-30	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (+5)	N/A	AC
5-31	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	125 (+5)	N/A	DC+
5-32	GMAW Short	.035" (.89mm) E70S 6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	250 (+5)(6.3 m/min)	18 DC+
5-33	GMAW Spray	.045" (1.1mm) E70S 6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	400 (+5)(10.9 m/min)	27 DC+
5-34	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (+5)(3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-35	FCAW-G	.045" (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (+5)(7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
5-36	FCAW-S	5/64" (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR 232/233	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	140 (+5)(3.5 m/min)	20	DC-

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 6)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow	Position	Schedule 80	WFS (lpm) or Amps	Voltage or Trim	Polarity
6-1	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	85 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	85 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-3	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	85 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	115 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	115 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	115 (+5)	N/A	DC+
6-7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (+5)	N/A	AC
6-8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (+5)	N/A	AC
6-9	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	5F down	1/4" (6.4mm)	115 (+5)	N/A	AC
6-10	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	350 (+5) (8.9 m/min)	20 DC+
6-11	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	325 (+5) (8.2 m/min)	19 DC+
6-12	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5F down	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (+5) (7.0 m/min)	19 DC+
6-13	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (+5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-14	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (+5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-15	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (+5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-16	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (+5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
6-17	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (+5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
6-18	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (+5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
6-19	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	150 (+5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-
6-20	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	145 (+5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-
6-21	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	150 (+5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-

VRTEX® 360 - SMAW Default Weld Process Settings (Standard)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage	Polarity
1	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
3	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
9	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
10	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
11	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
12	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
13	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
14	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
15	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
16	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
17	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	100 (±5)	NA	AC
18	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	2F	10 GA. (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA AC
19	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	3F down	10 GA. (3.2 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	AC
20	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	4F	10 GA. (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA AC
21	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	110 (±5)	NA	AC
22	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	110 (±5)	NA	AC
23	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	AC
24	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	AC
25	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
								Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)
26	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	5G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
								Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)
27	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	6G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
								Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)
28	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+		NA	NA	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018					Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)
29	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+		NA	NA	5G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018					Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)
30	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+		NA	NA	6G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018					Hot: 100 (±5)
								Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 1

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Buft

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 1

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing: √

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ☑ DCEN □

Power Source: CC ☑ CV □ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)	Bead on Plate

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 2

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 2

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
2	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	6.5 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
3	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 3

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

But

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove ____ Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 3

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	WhipStringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	2.9 ipm ± 10%
2	Straight Weave	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	2.3 ipm ± 10%
3	Straight Weave	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	1.2 ipm ± 10%

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Buft

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.3 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
2	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
3	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" 3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm + 10% (.18 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 5

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	2.8 ipm ± 10% (.07 m/min)
2	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.5 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
3	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	6.5 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
4	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.7 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
5	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.8 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
6	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
7	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.5 ipm ± 10% (.19 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 6

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 2G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	4.7 ipm ± 10% (.12 m/min)
2	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	8.2 ipm ± 10% (.21 m/min)
3	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
4	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% .20 m/min)
5	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	6 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
6	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.8 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
7	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	5.7 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
8	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	6.2 ipm ± 10% (.16 m/min)
9	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% (.20 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-AutomaticMachine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 7	□
	□

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee	Butt
Corner	Edge
Single Weld	Double Weld
Backing: YES	NO
Root Opening	1/4"	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 Degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	NO	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1
AWS Classification	E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 7

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 3G	Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression: Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Whip Stringer / Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		N/A
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.6 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
2	Straight Weave	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	4.2 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)
3	Straight Weave	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.6 ipm + 10% (.09 m/min)
4	Straight Weave	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.1 ipm ± 10% (.08 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 8

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 8

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 4G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	2.1 ipm ± 10% (.05 m/min)	4G
2	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	4.8 ipm ± 10% (.12 m/min)
3	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.8 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min)
4	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.2 ipm ± 10% (.08 m/min)
5	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.6 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
6	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	3.2 ipm + 10% (.08 m/min)
7	Whip Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	4.1 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 9

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 9

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)	Bead on Plate

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 10

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 10

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	6.3 ipm ± 10% (.16 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	6.3 ipm + 10% (.16 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 11

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

But

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove ____ Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 11

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	3.9 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min)
2	Straight Weave	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	3.4 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
3	Straight Weave	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	2.3 ipm ± 10% (.6 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 12

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Bu

Corner □

Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 12

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	6.9 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.5 ipm ± 10% (.19 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	10.2 ipm ± 10% (.26 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 13

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 13

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	4.5 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	3.5 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
4	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7 ipm + 10% (.17 m/min)
5	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	6.5 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
6	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% (.20 m/min)
7	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm + 10% (.20 m/min)
8	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm + 10% (.20 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Seml-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 14

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 14

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 2G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	5.9 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.5 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	6.9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
4	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% (.19 m/min)
5	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
6	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.1 ipm ± 10% (.20 m/min)
7	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.1 ipm ± 10% (.20 m/min)
8	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.8 ipm ± 10% (.20 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 15

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

√

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 15

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	4.5 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)
2	Straight Weave	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	4.2 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)
3	Straight Weave	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	3.5 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
4	Straight Weave	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	3.1 ipm ± 10% (.08 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 16

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 16

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 4G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	5.5 ipm ± 10% (.05 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.12 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min)
4	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.08 m/min)
5	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
6	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.08 m/min)
7	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	7.0 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Seml-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 17

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 17

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)	Bead on Plate

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 18

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 18

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9.4 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9.2 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 19

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 19

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	125 ± 5	16.2 ipm ± 10% (.41 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 20

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 20

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	8.1 ipm ± 10% (.21 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9.2 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	7.6 ipm ± 10% (.19 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 21

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

But

Edge □

√

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 21

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐ Power Source: CC ☑ CV ☐

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	4.5 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)	1G
2	Straight Weave	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	4.6 ipm ± 10% (.12 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	5.8 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
4	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	6.4 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
5	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	4.3 ipm ± 10% (.11 m/min)
6	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	3.7 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 22

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

√

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 22

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 2G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	4.6 ipm ± 10% (.12 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	6.3 ipm ± 10% (.16 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	8.2 ipm ± 10% (.21 m/min)
4	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	5.6 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
5	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	5.3 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
6	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	6.1 ipm ± 10% (.16 m.min)
7	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	7.6 ipm ± 10% (.19 m/min)
8	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	110 ± 5	6.3 ipm ± 10% (.16 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 23

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Edge □

√

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 23

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐ Power Source: CC ☑ CV ☐

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	2.6 ipm ± 10% (.07 m/min)
2	Straight Weave	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	2.4 ipm ± 10% (.06 m/min)
3	Straight Weave	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	2.1 ipm ± 10% (.05 m/min)
4	Straight Weave	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	2.3 ipm ± 10% (.06 m/min)
5	Straight Weave	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	3.9 ipm ± 10% (.10 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 24

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 Degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 24

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: 4G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC DCEP DCEN Power Source: CC CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	3.4 ipm ± 10% (.09 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.9 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
4	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	6.8 ipm ± 10% (.17 m/min)
5	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	9.1 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
6	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	7.1 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
7	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.3 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
8	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.4 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
9	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	7 ipm ± 10% (.18 m/min)
10	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.6 ipm ± 10% (.14 m/min)
11	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.2 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
12	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.9 ipm ± 10% (.15 m/min)
13	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	90 ± 5	5.2 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 25

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E6010	E6010
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	2G	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	horizontal	horizontal	horizontal
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	75 - 85	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	6.2 (.16 m/min)	7.3 (.19 m/min)	7.5 (.19 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 26

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	1/16" 1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E6010	E6010
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	UP	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	75 - 85	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	4.6 (.12 m/min)	4.8 (.12 m/min)	5.5 (.14 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 27

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+	Fleetweld 5P+
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E6010	E6010
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	6G	6G	6G
Direction of Welding	UP	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	75 - 85	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.2 (.13 m/min)	5.5 (1.4 m/min)	5.2/6.0 (.13-.15 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX™

360

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 28

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	2G	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	horizontal	horizontal	horizontal
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85 - 95	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.3 (.14 m/min)	5.6 (.14 m/min)	6.2/7.0 (.16-.18 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 29

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	Vertical up	Vertical up	Vertical up
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85 - 95	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.5 (.14 m/min)	5.2 (.13 m/min)	5.1 (.13 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 30

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.7 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	6G	6G	6G
Direction of Welding	Vertical up	Vertical up	Vertical up
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85 - 95	95 - 105	75 - 85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.2 (.13 m/min)	6.6 (.17 m/min)	6.4 (.16 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

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ID # VRTEX® SMAW 31

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	2G	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	horizontal	horizontal	horizontal
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85-95	95-105	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.1 (.13 m/min)	6.2 (.16 m/min)	6.3 (.16 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 32

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	vertical up	vertical up	vertical up
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85-95	95-105	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	5.3 .13 m/min)	5.9 (.15 m/min)	6.2/6.3 (.16 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

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ID # VRTEX® SMAW 33

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	Fleetweld 5P+	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	1/8" (3.2 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	E6010	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	6G	6G	6G
Direction of Welding	vertical up	vertical up	vertical up
POWER SOURCE	VRTEX360	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	SMAW	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	85-95	95-105	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	4.6 (.12 m/min)	5.6 (.14 m/min)	5.8/6.2 (.15-.16 m/min)
Arc Length	Drag	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 34

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	N/A	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	N/A	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	N/A	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	N/A	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	N/A	horizontal	horizontal
POWER SOURCE	N/A	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	N/A	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	N/A	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	N/A	75-85	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	N/A	6.2 (.15 m/min)	6.3 (.16 m/min)
Arc Length	N/A	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

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ID # VRTEX® SMAW 35

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	N/A	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	N/A	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	N/A	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	N/A	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	N/A	Vertical up	Vertical up
POWER SOURCE	N/A	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	N/A	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	N/A	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	N/A	75-85	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	N/A	5.9 (.15 m/min)	6.2 (.16 m/min)
Arc Length	N/A	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

ID # VRTEX® SMAW 36

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	N/A	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	2" (50 mm)	Root Gap	3/32" (2.4 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	7/16" (11 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	37-1/2 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	XXS	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	N/A	Excalibur 7018-1 MR	Excalibur 7018-1 MR
Diameter	N/A	3/32" (2.4 mm)	3/32" (2.4 mm)
AWS Classification	N/A	E7018	E7018
Shielding Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	N/A	6G	6G
Direction of Welding	N/A	Vertical up	Vertical up
POWER SOURCE	N/A	VRTEX360	VRTEX360
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	N/A	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	N/A	SMAW	SMAW
WFS (in/min)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	N/A	75-85	75-85
Travel Speed (in/min)	N/A	5.6 (.14 m/min)	5.8/6.2 (.15-.16 m/min)
Arc Length	N/A	1/8" (3.2 mm)	1/8" (3.2 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

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VRTEX® 360 - GMAW Default Weld Process Settings

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture Argon / Co2	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or Trim	Polarity
37	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	250 (± 5) (6.3 m/min)	18	DC+
38	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm).	250 (± 5) (6.3 m/min)	18	DC+
39	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min) )	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	375 (± 5) (9.5 m/min)	20	DC+
40	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F up	1/4" (6.4 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	18	DC+
41	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F down	10 GA (3.2 mm).	250 (± 5) (6.3 m/min)	18	DC+
42	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	325 (± 5) (8.2 m/min)	19	DC+
43	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (± 5) (8.9 m/min)	20	DC+
44	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	320 (± 5) (8.0 m/min)	19.5	DC+
45	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	250 (± 5) (6.3 m/min)	17.9	DC+
46	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	270 (± 5) (6.8 m/min)	18 DC+
47	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	400 (± 5) (10.0 m/min)	27 DC+
48	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (± 5) (9.5 m/min)	26.5 DC+
49	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	370 (± 5) (9.4 m/min)	26.5 DC+
50	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (± 5) (3.3 m/min)	.95(trlm)	DC+
51	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (± 5) (3.3 m/min)	.95(trlm)	DC+
52	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	2G Pipe		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
53	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	5G Pipe up		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
54	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	6G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	6G Pipe up		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
55	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G .045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1 UC 71A85		75/25 40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)					275 (± 5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25
56	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	5G Pipe up		275 (± 5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25
57	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	6G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (± 5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	6G Pipe up		275 (± 5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner □	Edge □

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES NO ☐	☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cth (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 37

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 37

POSITION

Groove: N/A

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	DCEP	DCEN
Power Source:	CC		CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	15 ipm (.38 m/min)	Bead on Plate

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO ☑

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA. (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 75/25

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35c/h (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 38

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 38

POSITION

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit √ Globular □ Spray □

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

ectrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/8" (10 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	15 ipm (.38 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge	☐

Single Weld	√		Double Weld	□
Backing: YES	□	NO	√
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	□	NO	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	14'' (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 39
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 39

POSITION

Groove: N/A	Fillet: 2F	Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression: Up	Dbwn

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit			Globular	Spray
Pulse
Other:	N/A
Current: AC		DCEP		DCEN
Power Source:	CC			CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: StringerMulti-pass or Single Pass (per side)
Number of Electrodes		Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance			3/8" (10 mm)
Peening	Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning		YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:		None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	20	12.5 ipm (.32 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	20	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	20	12.2 ipm (.31 m/min)
								2F

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	✓	□
Corner Edge	□
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	□	NO ☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	□	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cfh (12-
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 40
Revision Date by ____	____ ____
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 40

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression: Up		□bwn □
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		☑ Globular □ Spray □
Pulse □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP		☑ DCEN □
Power Source: CC □		CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ✓
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ✓
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	18	6.1 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (1.0 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	18	3 ipm (.08 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (1.0 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	18	2.2 ipm (.06 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐

Single Weld	Double Weld
Backing: YES NO
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	NO	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet 10 GA. (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35c/h (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 41

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 41

POSITION
Groove: N/A	Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:□

Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit			✓	Globular	□	Spray	□
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	□	DCEP	✓	DCEN	□
Power Source:	CC	□		CV	✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	11.6 ipm (.29 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge	☐
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO ☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cth (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 42

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 42

POSITION

Groove: N/A			Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression: Up			Dwnn
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit			Globular		Spray
Pulse
Other: N/A
Current: AC		DCEP	DCEN
Power Source: CC			CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Single
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	325 (8.2 m/min)	19	12.5 ipm (.32 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO ☐ Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: 45 degree included Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 75/25

Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-35c/h (12-16.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 43 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 43

POSITION Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □ ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ✓ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/8" (10 mm) Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	10.9 ipm (.28 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	12.8 ipm (.33 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	12.6 ipm (.32 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	12.6 ipm (.32 m/min)
7	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	15 ipm (.38 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 75/25

Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-35c/fh (12-16.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 44 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 44

POSITION Groove: 2G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ✓ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/8" (10 mm) Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	9.8 ipm (.25 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	13.4 ipm (.34 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	14.2 ipm (.36 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	11.6 ipm (.29 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	10.6 ipm (.27 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035* (.89 mm)	DC+	320 (8.0 m/min)	19.5	11.6 ipm (.29 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge	☐
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35clh (12-16)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 45

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 45

POSITION

Groove: 3G	Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression: Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	✓	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	□	DCEP DCEN	✓
Power Source:	CC	□	CV	✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:			Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance			3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ✓
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ✓
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	17.9	5.8 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	17.9	4.8 ipm (.12 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	17.9	3.8 ipm (.10 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge	☐
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35clh (12-16)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 46

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 46

POSITION

Groove: 4G

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression: Up Down □ ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:

Short Circuit

✓

Globular

□

Spray

□

Pulse	□
Balance	-100

Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	DCER DGEN

Current:	AC		DCEP	DCEN
Power Source:	CC		CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes

Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance

3/8" (10 mm)

Peening

Yes

☐

NO

☑

Interpass Cleaning

YES

□

NO

√

Cleaning Method:

None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035° (.89 mm)	DC+	270 (6.8 m/min)	18	6.1 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035° (.89 mm)	DC+	270 (6.8 m/min)	18	8.7 ipm (.22 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035° (.89 mm)	DC+	270 (6.8 m/min)	18	7.2ipm (.18 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035° (.89 mm)	DC+	270 (6.8 m/min)	18	6.2 ipm (.18 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035° (.89 mm)	DC+	270 (6.8 m/min)	18	9.4 ipm (.24 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt	□
Corner □	Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10

Flux	N/A
	Flow Rate 25-40cfh (12-18 l/min)
	Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 47

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 47

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing ☑

Vertical Progression:	Up	□	Down	□
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE
Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	20 ipm (.51 m/min)	Bead on Plate

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-40cfh (12-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 48

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 48

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	26.5	20 ipm (.51 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	26.5	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	26.5	18.4 ipm (.47 m/min)
								2F

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 90/10

Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-40cfh (12-18 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 49 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 49

POSITION Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray ▼ Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ▼ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ▼

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	370 (9.4 m/min)	26.5	18.4 ipm (.47 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	370 (9.4 m/min)	26.5	21.8 ipm (.55 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	370 (9.4 m/min)	26.5	20 ipm (.51 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	370 (9.4 m/min)	26.5	26.6 ipm (.68 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic			☑
Machine ☐ Automatic			☐
JOINT DESIGN USED
Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A
BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)		Fillet N/A
FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6
SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas		Argon/Co2
			Composition 90/10
Flux	N/A		Flow Rate 25-40cth (12-18 l/min)
			Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 50
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)		PQR VRTEX® 50
POSITION
Groove: 2G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □
Pulse ☑
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑ □
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A
TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"
Peening Yes NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO ☑
Cleaning Method: None
PREHEAT
Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A
Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE
Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trlm	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

√

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES NO ☐
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	25-40cfh (12-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 51

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 51

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	3.9 ipm (.10 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	3.6 ipm (.10 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	2.8 ipm (.07 m/min)
4	Weave	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	2.6 ipm (.07 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 52

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	N/A

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	ER70S-6	ER70S-6
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	2G	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	GMAW-Pulse	GMAW-Pulse
WFS (in/min)	130-150 (3.3-3.8 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	130-140	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	7 ipm (.18 m/min)	8 ipm (.18 m/min)	9 ipm (.18 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	.95	.95
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 53

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	N/A

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	ER70S-6	ER70S-6
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	down	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	GMAW-Pulse	GMAW-Pulse
WFS (in/min)	130-150 (3.3-3.8 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	130-140	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	7 ipm (.18 m/min)	8 ipm (.18 m/min)	9 ipm (.18 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	.95	.95
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 54

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	N/A

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56	SuperArc L-56
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	ER70S-6	ER70S-6
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2	90% Argon / 10% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	25-40 (12-18 l/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	down	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	GMAW-Pulse	GMAW-Pulse
WFS (in/min)	130-150 (3.3-3.8 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)
Volts	N/A	N/A	N/A
Amps	130-140	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	7 ipm (.18 m/min)	8 ipm (.18 m/min)	9 ipm (.18 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)	0.5" (12.7 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	.95	.95
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX

360

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 55

PIPE - 2G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	Ultra Core 71A85	Ultra Core 71A85
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	E71T-1	E71T-1
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	2G	2G	2G
Direction of Welding	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	FCAW-G	FCAW-G
WFS (in/min)	130-150 ((3.3-3.8 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)
Volts	130-140	24-26	24-26
Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	6.6 (.17 m/min)	7.5 (.19 m/min)	8.3 (.21 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5 (12.7 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 56

PIPE - 5G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	Ultra Core 71A85	Ultra Core 71A85
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	E71T-1	E71T-1
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	5G	5G	5G
Direction of Welding	down	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	FCAW-G	FCAW-G
WFS (in/min)	130-150 ((3.3-3.8 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)
Volts	130-140	24-26	24-26
Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	7 (.18 m/min)	7.5 (5.5 m/min)	5.3 (5.3 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5 (12.7 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

ID # VRTEX® GMAW # 57

PIPE - 6G		Root Land	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Preheat Temp	N/A
Diameter	6" (152 mm)	Root Gap	1/16" (1.6 mm)	Interpass Temp	N/A
Wall Thickness	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Joint Bevel Angle	30 degree	Clamp Type	N/A
Schedule	40	Backing	N/A	Cleaning	Chipping & Brush

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name	SuperArc L-56	Ultra Core 71A85	Ultra Core 71A85
Diameter	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)	0.045 (1.1 mm)
AWS Classification	ER70S-6	E71T-1	E71T-1
Shielding Gas	100% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2	75% Argon / 25% Co2
Flow Rate (CFH)	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)	40-50 (19-23.5 m/min)
Backing Gas	N/A	N/A	N/A
Flow Rate (CFH)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Welding Position	6G	6G	6G
Direction of Welding	down	UP	UP
POWER SOURCE	N/A	N/A	N/A
Software Z #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mode #	N/A	N/A	N/A
Wire Feeder	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electrode Polarity	DC+	DC+	DC+

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process	GMAW-STT	FCAW-G	FCAW-G
WFS (in/min)	130-150 ((3.3-3.8 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)	270-280 (6.8-7.1 m/min)
Volts	130-140	24-26	24-26
Amps	N/A	N/A	N/A
Travel Speed (in/min)	7.1 (.18 m/min)	6.2 (.16 m/min)	5.3/5.1 (.13 m/min)
Arc Length	0.5 (12.7 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)	0.75 (19.1 mm)
Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A
Arc Control	N/A	N/A	N/A
Non-Synergic Mode	N/A	N/A	N/A
Peak Amps	350-400	N/A	N/A
Background Amps	40-50	N/A	N/A
Tailout (0-10)	N/A	N/A	N/A

Comments:

Joint Details

VRTEX® 360 - FCAW Default Weld Process Settings

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture Argon / Co2	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (lpm) or amps	Voltage	Polarity
58	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
59	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
60	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
61	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
62	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
63	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
64	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
65	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (± 5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC+
66	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	Flat	1/4" (6.4 mm)	140 (± 5) ((3.5 m/min)	20 DC-
67	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	155 (± 5) (4.0 m/min)	21	DC-
68	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	155 (± 5) (4.0 m/min)	21	DC-
69	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	4F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	145 (± 5) (3.7 m/min)	20	DC-
70	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (± 5) (3.3 m/min)	21	DC-
71	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (± 5) (3.3 m/min)	21	DC-
72	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (± 5) (3.2 m/min)	19.5	DC-

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up		Down
Single Weld		Double Weld
Backing: YES		NO
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes		NO Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A	Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 58

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 58

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	☐	Globular	☐	Spray	☐
Pulse ☐
Other:	N/A
Current: AC	☐	DCEP	☑	DCEN	☐
Power Source:	CC	☐	CV	☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance	3/4" (19.1 mm)
Pecning Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐ NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	11.4 lpm (.29 m/min)	Bead on Plate

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

Down

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO	☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.20

AWS Classification E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 59

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 59

POSITION Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☐ DCEP ☑ DCEN ☐

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19.1 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	11.4 lpm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15.5 lpm (.40 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 lpm (.38 m/min)
								2F

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A

Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.20

AWS Classification E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25

Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate 40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 60

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 60

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression:	Up	☑	Down	☐
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse	□
Other:	N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19.1 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑ NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	6 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Weave	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	5.3 ipm (.13 m/min)
3	Weave	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	4.3 ipm (.11 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO ☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75:25
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 L/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 61
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 61

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Pulse
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance	3/4" (19.1 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑ NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.2 lpm (.21 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	12.5 lpm (.32 m/min)
3	Strigner	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	11.1 lpm (.28 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)	Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☐
		Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A	Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 62

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 62

POSITION

Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19.1 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.9 ipm (.22 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.9 ipm (.23 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	9.8 ipm (9.8 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045* (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	9.3 ipm (9.3 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES √ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)

Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.20

AWS Classification E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 75/25

Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate 40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 63

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 63

POSITION

Groove: 2G

Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression:

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/4" (19.1 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	6.8 ipm (.17 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	9.9 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	14.1 ipm (.36 m/min)
5	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	14.6 ipm (.37 m/min)
6	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	14.1 ipm (.36 m/min)
7	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	16.5 ipm (.42 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Bull

Comer □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.20

AWS Classification E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 75/25

Flux N/A Flow Rate 40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 64

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 64

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.6 ipm (.22 m/min)
2	Weave	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	7 ipm (.18 m/min)
3	Weave	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	6 ipm (.29 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner □	Edge □

Single Weld	Double Weld
Backing: YES	NO
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)	Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑		Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-1

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 75/25

Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate 40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 65

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 65

POSITION
Groove: 4G	Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEP √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV ▼

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.6 ipm (.22 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	7 ipm (.18 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	11.3 ipm (.29 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	12.5 ipm (32 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner Edge Up	□ Down

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	NO	☑	Method

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 66
Revision Date by ____	____ ____
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 66

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)	Bead on Plate

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-B

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 67 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 67

POSITION Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing :☐

Vertical Progression: □ □ ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP □ DCEN ✓ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1" (25 mm) Peening Yes □ NO ☑ Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	11.5 lpm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	13.6 lpm (.35 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	14 lpm (.36 m/min)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	FCAW-S Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine ☐ Automatic		☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	√
Corner Edge Up Down	□

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-B

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 68
Revision Date by ____	____ ____
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 68

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillot: 3F Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	12.8 lpm (.33 m/min)
2	Weave	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	5.3 lpm (.13 m/min)
3	Weave	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	155 (4.0 m/min)	21	4.3 lpm (.11 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	✓	□
Corner Edge	□
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	□	NO ✓
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	□	NO ✓	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	3/8'' (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition N/A
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 69

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 69

POSITION

Groove: N/A		Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:	Up	Dbwn	□

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit			☐	Globular ☐	Spray ☐
Pulse ☐
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC ☐	DCEP		☐	DCEN ☑
Power Source:	CC ☐			CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	145 (3.7 m/min)	20	9.5 ipm (.24 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	145 (3.7 m/min)	20	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	145 (3.7 m/min)	20	9.2 ipm (.23 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.20

AWS Classification E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 70

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 70

POSITION

Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing.

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP □ DCEN ✓ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1" (25 mm) Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	6.8 lpm (.17 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	14.6 lpm (.37 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	14.2 lpm (.36 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	12.2 lpm (.31 m/min)
5	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	9.7 lpm (.25 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	✓
Corner Edge	□
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	✓	NO □
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)	Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	□	NO ✓ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 71

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 71

POSITION

Groove: 2G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	□	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse	□
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	□	DCEP DCEN	□		☑
Power Source:	CC	□	CV	☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	12.2 ipm (.31 m/min)
2	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	8.5 ipm (.22 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	12.1 ipm (.31 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	11.6 ipm (.30 m/min)
5	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	9.8 ipm (.25 m/min)
6	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	10.6 ipm (.27 m/min)
7	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	14.2 ipm (.36 m/min)
8	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	12.8 ipm (.33 m/min)
9	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	130 (3.3 m/min)	21	12.8 ipm (.33 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge	☐
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑		Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 72

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 72

POSITION

Groove: 3G		Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:	Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	□	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse	□
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	□	DCEP DCEN	□		☑
Power Source:	CC	□	CV	☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:			Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance			1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☑	NO ☐
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	125 (3.2 m/min)	19.5	5.2 ipm (.13 m/min)
2	Weave	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	125 (3.2 m/min)	19.5	6.4 ipm (.16 m/min)
3	Weave	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	125 (3.2 m/min)	19.5	6.2 ipm (.16 m/min)

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Upgrade 2)

WPS #	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mati (in)	WFS (rpm) or amps	Voltage	Polarity
Welds that can be bent
5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	DC+
13	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
14	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
15	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
16	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5)	NA	DC+
21	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	110 (±5)	NA	AC
22	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	110 (±5)	NA	AC
23	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	AC
24	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	NA	NA	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	90 (±5)	NA	AC
25	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Floatweld 5P+	NA	NA	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
26	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	5G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
27	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	6G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 80 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
28	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+		NA	NA	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018
29	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+		NA	NA	5G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018
30	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010 Floatweld 5P+		NA	NA	6G Pipe up	6" (150 mm)	Root: 90 (±5)Hot: 100 (±5)Fill/Cap: 80 (±5)	NA	DC+
		3/32" (2.4 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018
43	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	20	DC+
44	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	320 (±5) (8.0 m/min)	19.5	DC+
45	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	17.9	DC+
46	GMAW - S	.035" (.89 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	270 (±5) (6.8 m/min)	18 DC+
49	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	370 (±5) (9.4 m/min)	26.5	DC+
50	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)	DC+
51	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)	DC+
52	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	2G Pipe		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
53	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	5G Pipe up		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
54	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	6G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	6G Pipe up		125-130 (3.2-3.3 m/min)	.95(trim)
55	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2G Pipe	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)			275 (±5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25
56	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	5G Pipe up		275 (±5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25
57	GMAW - STT	.045" (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100% Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	6G Pipe down	6" (150 mm)	135 (±5) (3.3-3.8 m/min)	NA	DC+
	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	6G Pipe up		275 (±5) (6.8-7.1 m/min)	25
62	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
63	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
64	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
65	FCAW - G	.045" (1.1 mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25 DC-
70	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	21	DC-
71	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	21	DC-
72	FCAW - S	5/64" (2.0 mm) E71T-8	NR- 232/233	NA	NA	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	125 (±5) (3.2 m/min)	19.5	DC-
4-15	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	31	DC+
5-15	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-16	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-17	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (+5) (5.8 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-18	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-22	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-23	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-25	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-26	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-27	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-28	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 3)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
3-1	GMAW - Spray	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	385 (+5) (9.8 m/min)	25 DC+
3-2	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (+5) (9.5 m/min)	1.1 (trim) DC+
3-3	GMAW - Spray	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (+5) (9.5 m/min)	25 DC+
3-4	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	240 (+5) (6.0 m/min)	1.1 (trim) DC+
3-5	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	240 (+5) (6.0 m/min)	1.05 (trim)	DC+
3-6	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	290 (+5) (7.4 m/min)	1.1 (trim) DC+
3-7	GMAW - Pulse	3/64" (1.2 mm) ER 4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (14-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (+5) (8.9 m/min)	1.05 (trim) DC+

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt		☑
Corner ☐	Edge ☐

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	6061
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1-93
AWS Classification	ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40cfh (14-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-1
Revision Date by ____	____ ____
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 3-1

POSITION

Groove: N/A

Fillet: 2F

Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	☐	Globular	☐	Spray ☑
Pulse ☐
Other:	N/A
Current: AC	☐	DCEP	☑	DCEN	☐
Power Source:	CC	☐	CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	385 (9.8 m/min)	25	25 ipm (.64 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	385 (9.8 m/min)	25	32 ipm (.81 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	385 (9.8 m/min)	25	36 ipm (.91 m/min)
								2F

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	☑
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☑	NO ☐
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 Included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	6061
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1-93
AWS Classification	ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40c/h (14-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-2

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 3-2

POSITION

Groove: 2G

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit

□

Globular

□

Spray

□

Pulse ☑
Other:	N/A

Current:

AC

□

DCEP

☑

DCEN

□

Power Source:

CC

CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes

Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance

1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑

Cleaning Method:

None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	14 ipm (.36 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	18 ipm (.46 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	19 ipm (.48 m/min)
4	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	18 ipm (.46 m/min)
5	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	18 ipm (.46 m/min)
6	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	18 ipm (.46 m/min)
7	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	19 ipm (.48 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	☑
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☑	NO ☐
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 Included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	6061
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1-93
AWS Classification	ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40cf/h (14-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-3

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 3-3

POSITION

Groove: 1G

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)

Stringer/WeaveMulti-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	25	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
2	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	25	17 ipm (.43 m/min)
3	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	25	21 ipm (.53 m/min)
4	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	25	20 ipm (.51 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	6061
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet 10 GA (3.2 m)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1-93
AWS Classification	ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40cfh (14-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-4
Revision Date by ____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s) ____	PQR VRTEX® 3-4

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □Spray □Pulse ☑

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ☑ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	240 (6.0 m/min)	1.1	16 ipm (.41 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 6061 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1-93 AWS Classification ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon Composition 100% Flux N/A Flow Rate 30-40cfh (14-18 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-5 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____ ____ Supporting PQR No.(s) ____ PQR VRTEX® 3-5

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse ✓ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm) Peening Yes □ NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES□ NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	240 (6.0 m/min)	1.05	18 ipm (.46 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □ Backing: YES □ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes □ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 6061 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1-93 AWS Classification ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon Composition 100% Flux N/A Flow Rate 30-40cfh (14-18 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-6 Revision Date by ____ ______ Supporting PQR No.(s) ____ PQR VRTEX® 3-6

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse ✓ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm) Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	290 (7.4 m/min)	1.1	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	290 (7.4 m/min)	1.1	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	290 (7.4 m/min)	1.1	17 ipm (.43 m/min)
								2F

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	☑
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO	☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	6061
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.1-93
AWS Classification	ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40cfh (14-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 3-7
Revision Date by ____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s) ____	PQR VRTEX® 3-7

POSITION

Groove: 3G	Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression: Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse ✓

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	1.05	15 ipm (.28 m/min)
2	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	1.05	13 ipm (.30 m/min)
3	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	1.05	12 ipm (.33 m/min)
4	Weave	ER 4043	3/64" (1.2 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	1.05	11 ipm (.38 m/min)

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 4)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
4-1	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3F down	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-3	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	80 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	3F up	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	NA	NA	4F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	85 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3F up	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-9	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4F	10 GA (3.2 mm)	100(±5)	NA	DC+
4-10	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-11	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	3F up	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-12	SMAW	1/8" (3.2 mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	NA	NA	4F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	115 (±5)	NA	DC+
4-13	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-19 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	30	DC+
4-14	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	40-45 (19-21 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	31	DC+
4-15	GMAW - Spray	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	35-45 (17-21 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	300 (±5) (7.5 m/min)	24	DC+
4-16	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4 mm)	200 (±5) (5.0 m/min)	20	DC+
4-17	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	150 (±5) (3.8 m/min)	19	DC+
4-18	GMAW - S	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	100 Co2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F down	1/4" (6.4 mm)	200 (±5) (5.0 m/min)	17	DC+
4-19	GMAW - Pulse	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-19 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	375 (±5) (9.5 m/min)	1.1 (trim)	DG+
4-20	GMAW - Pulse	.052" (1.3 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-19 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	145 (±5) (3.6 m/min)	1.00 (trim)	DC+
4-21	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6 mm)	360 (±5) (9.2 m/min)	26	DC+
4-22	GMAW - Spray	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6 mm)	360 (±5) (9.2 m/min)	26	DC+
4-23	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6 mm)	276 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	.95 (trim)	DC+
4-24	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F down	10 GA (3.2 mm).	212 (±5) (5.4 m/min)	.95(trim)	DC+
4-25	GMAW - Pulse	.045" (1.1 mm) ER 308	BlueMax 308L Si	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	10 GA (3.2 mm).	212 (±5) (5.4 m/min)	.95(trim)	DC+

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-1

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Bu

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-1

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	7.7 ipm (.19 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-2

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Bu

Corner □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-2

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	5.2 ipm (.13 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-3

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Bu

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-3

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	6.3 ipm (.16 m/min)
							4F

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-4

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Bu

Corner □

Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-4

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	6 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	7 ipm (.18 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	7.4 ipm (.19 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-5

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Bu

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-5

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down ☐

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	6.6 ipm (.17 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	7.4 ipm (.19 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	6.9 ipm (.18 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-6

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Bu

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-6

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	6 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	7 ipm (.18 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	7ipm (.18 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-7

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-7

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	100 (± 5)	4.9 ipm (.12 m/min)
							2F

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-8

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-8

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse ☑

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	100 (± 5)	4.2 ipm (.11 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-9

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-9

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Apms
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	100 (± 5)	7.4 ipm (.19 m/min)
							4F

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-10

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-10

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	6 ipm (.15 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	7.3 ipm (.18 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	5.9 ipm (.15 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-11

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Corner □

Butt

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-11

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up ☑ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES √ NO □ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	3.9 ipm (.09 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	6.2 ipm (.16 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	5.9 ipm (.15 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR VRTEX® 4-12

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee

Butt

Corner □

Edge □

Single Weld √ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO √

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove ____ Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A

Composition N/A

Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 4-12

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s)

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	6.2 ipm (.16 m/min)
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	7.5 ipm (.19 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	7 ipm (.18 m/min

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40th (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-13

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-13

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	30	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	30	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	30	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
								2F

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☑ NO □

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 90/10

Flux N/A Flow Rate 40-45cfh (19-21l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-14 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-14

POSITION Groove: 1G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray ▼ Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ▼ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ▼

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	31	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	31	16 ipm (.38 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	31	17 ipm (.38 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	31	18 ipm (.38 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 35-45c/h (17-21 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-15

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-15

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	300 (7.5 m/min)	24	25 ipm (.64 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Co2

Composition 100%

Flux N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-16

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-16

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☑ Globular ☐ Spray ☐

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	200 (5.0 m/min)	20	13 ipm (.33 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine ☐ Automatic		☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Co2
		Composition	100%
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-17
Revision Date by ____	____
____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s) ____	PQR VRTEX® 4-17

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Pulse
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:			Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	150 (3.8 m/min)	19	4 ipm (.10 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	150 (3.8 m/min)	19	5 ipm (.13 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	150 (3.8 m/min)	19	5 ipm (.13 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down

Single Weld	√	Double Weld	□
Backing: YES	□	NO	√

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Co2
		Composition	100%

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-18

Revision Date by

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-18

POSITION

Groove: N/A

Fillet: 3F

Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression: ☐ ☑

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	✓	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse	□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/8" (10 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	200 (5.0 m/min)	20	12 ipm (.30 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-19

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-19

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	375 (9.5 m/min)	1.1	11 ipm (.28 m/min)
								2F

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-20

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-20

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	☑
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☑	NO ☐
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 Included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	308
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.9
AWS Classification	ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas Argon/Co2
		Composition 98 / 2%
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-21

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 4-21

POSITION

Groove: 1G

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray √

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ☑ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:

Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)

Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance

1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning

YES □

NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	6.5 ipm (.17 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	8.1 ipm (.21 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	6.4 ipm (.16 m/min)
4	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	7.5 ipm (.19 m/min)
5	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	9.2 ipm (.23 m/min)
6	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
7	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	8.6 ipm (.22 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □ Backing: YES □ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes □ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 308 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.9 AWS Classification ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 98 / 2% Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-22 Revision Date by ____ ______ Supporting PQR No.(s) ____ PQR VRTEX® 4-22

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray Pulse □ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV √ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm) Peening Yes NO ☑ Interpass Cleaning YES NO ☑ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	6.9 ipm (.18 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	9.5 ipm (.24 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	360 (9.1 m/min)	26	9.4 ipm (.24 m/min)
								2F

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	☑
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO	☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	308
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.9
AWS Classification	ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas Argon/Co2
		Composition 98 / 2%
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-23
Revision Date by ____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s) ____	PQR VRTEX® 4-23

POSITION

Groove: 3G	Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression: Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse ✓

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Ma	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringor	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	276 (7.0 m/min)	0.95	3.8 ipm (.10 m/min)
2	Weave	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	276 (7.0 m/min)	0.95	2.9 ipm (.07 m/min)
3	Weave	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	276 (7.0 m/min)	0.95	2.4 ipm (.06 m/min)
4	Weave	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	276 (7.0 m/min)	0.95	1.6 ipm (.04 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 308 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA (3.4)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.9 AWS Classification ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 98 / 2% Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-24 Revision Date by ____ ____ ____ ____ Supporting PQR No.(s) ____ PQR VRTEX® 4-24

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse ✓ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm) Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringor	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	212 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □ Backing: YES □ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes □ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 308 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA (3.4mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.9 AWS Classification ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2 Composition 98%2% Flux N/A Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min) Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 4-25 Revision Date by ____ ______ Supporting PQR No.(s) ____ PQR VRTEX® 4-25

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse ✓ Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC □ CV ✓ Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm) Peening Yes NO ☑ Interpass Cleaning YES NO ☑ Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringor	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	212 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	7.3 ipm (.19 m/min)
2	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	212 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
3	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	212 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	6.1 ipm (.16 m/min)
								2F

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 5)

WPS#	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow (CFH)	Position	Mat'l (in)	WFS (ipm) or amps	Voltage or trim	Polarity
5-1 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ N/A N/A 2F Lap 10 GA (3.2mm) 80 (±5) N/A DC+
5-2 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ N/A N/A 3F Up Lap 10 GA (3.2mm) 80 (±5) N/A DC+
5-3 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ N/A N/A 4F Lap 10 GA (3.2mm) 80 (±5) N/A DC+
5-4	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	100 (±5)	N/A	AC
5-5	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	125 (±5)	N/A	AC
5-6	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	100 (±5)	N/A	DC+
5-7	GMAW	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 mm)	18	DC+
5-8	GMAW	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 mm)	18	DC+
5-9	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER4043	SuperGlaze 4043	100 Ar	30-40 (16-19 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	240 (±5) (6.0 mm)	1.1	DC+
5-10	GMAW Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER308	BlueMax 308	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	210 (±5) (5.4 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-11	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) ER308	BlueMax 308	98/2	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	3F Down Lap	10 GA (3.2mm)	210 (±5) (5.4 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-12	GMAW Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (±5) (5.8 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-13	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3F Up	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (±5) (5.8 m/min)	1.00	DC+
5-14	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (±5) (5.8 m/min)	1.00	DC+
5-15	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-16	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-17	GMAW Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6mm)	230 (±5) (5.8 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-18	GMAW-Pulse	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
5-19	GMAW Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2F	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-20	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3F up	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (±5) (3.6 mm)	1.00	DC+
5-21	GMAW Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (±5) (3.6 mm)	1.00	DC+
5-22	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-23	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-24	GMAW Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4F	3/8" (9.6mm)	145 (±5) (3.6 mm)	1.00	DC+
5-25	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	1G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-26	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	2G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-27	GMAW-Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	3G up	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-28	GMAW Pulse	.052" (1.3mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (16-18 l/min)	4G	3/8" (9.6mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-29	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	90 (±5)	N/A	DC+
5-30	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (±5)	N/A	AC
5-31	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018	Excalibur 7018	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	125 (±5)	N/A	DC+
5-32	GMAW-Short	.035" (.89mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	250 (±5) (6.3 mm)	18.00	DC+
5-33	GMAW-Spray	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	400 (±5) (10.0 mm)	27.00	DC+
5-34	GMAW-Pulse	.045" (1.1mm) E70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	25-40 (12-18 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 mm)	0.95	DC+
5-35	FCAW-G	.045" (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC 71A85	75/25	40-50 (19.5-23.5 l/min)	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 mm)	25.00	DC+
5-36	FCAW-S	5/64" (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR 232/233	N/A	N/A	Flat Plate	1/4" (6.4mm)	140 (±5) (3.5 mm)	20.00	DC

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee-Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-1

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-1

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	7.7 ipm (.19 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee-Butt □ □

Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO √

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A

Composition N/A

Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-2

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-2

POSITION

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	5.2 ipm (.13 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee-Butt □ □

Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO √

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove ____ Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A

Composition N/A

Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-3

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-3

POSITION

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	80 ( ± 5)	6.3 ipm (.16 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee-Butt

Corner □

□

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-4

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-4

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Slinger	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 (± 5)	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee-Butt

Corner □

□

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-5

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-5

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	125 (± 5)	16.2 ipm (.41 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee-Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-6

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 5-6

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	100 ( ± 5)	9.0 ipm (.23 m/min)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine	Automatic	☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES NO ☐	☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cf/h (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-7
Revision Date by ____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-7

POSITION

Vertical Progression:
Electrical Characteristics
Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	✓	Globular	Spray
Other:	N/A
Current: AC	□	DCEP	✓	DCEN
Power Source:	CC	□	CV	✓
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:			Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Single
Number of Electrodes		Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance			3/8" (10 mm)
Peening	Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning		YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:		None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	15 ipm (.38 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner Edge	□

Single Weld	√	Double Weld	□
Backing: YES	□	NO	√
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	□	NO	√ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet 10 GA (3.2 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A

Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-8

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-8

POSITION

Groove: N/A	Fillet: 3F	Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression: Up	Down

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ✓ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV ✓

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Single
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/8" (10 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ✓
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ✓
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	11.6 ipm (.29 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Single Weld Double Weld

Backing: YES

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑			Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 6061

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA (3.2)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1-93

AWS Classification ER 4043

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon

Composition 100%

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cfh (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-9

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-9

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse ☑

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 4043	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	240 (6.0 m/min)	1.1	16 ipm (.41 m/min)	2F

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 308

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA (3.2mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.9

AWS Classification ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 98%2%

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-10

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-10

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☐ Globular ☐ Spray ☐

Pulse √

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	210 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	7.3 ipm (.19 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. 308

Type or Grade N/A

Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet 10 GA (3.2mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.9

AWS Classification ER 308

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 98%2%

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-11

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-11

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☐ Globular ☐ Spray ☐

Pulse √

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Ma N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts/ Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	ER 308	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	210 (5.4 m/min)	0.95	7.3 ipm (.19 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-12

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-12

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	11 ipm (.28 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-13

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-13

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	1.00	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	1.00	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	1.00	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO	☐	☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	30-40cf/h (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-14

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-14

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression:

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit				Globular	Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:				Stringor
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)							Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes			Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance					1/2"
Peening	Yes	☐	NO	☑
Interpass Cleaning			YES	☐	NO	☑
Cleaning Method:			None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+ 250 (5.8 m/min)		1.00 12 pm (.30 m/min)		4F
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+ 250 (5.8 m/min)		1.00 10 pm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+ 250 (5.8 m/min)		1.00 9 pm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine ☐ Automatic		☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up	Down

Single Weld ✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES ✓	NO □
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes □	NO ✓	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cth (12-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-15
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-15

POSITION
Groove: 1G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		✓
Machine	Automatic	☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up		Down

Single Weld ✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES ✓	NO □
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes □	NO ✓	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cfh (12-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-16
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-16

POSITION
Groove: 2G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

√

Corner Edge Up

Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)

Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cfh (12-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-17

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-17

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: √ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	3.9 ipm (.10 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	3.6 ipm (.10 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	2.8 ipm (.07 m/min)
4	Weave	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	230 (5.8 m/min)	0.95	2.6 ipm (.07 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: 4G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt □ √

Corner Edge Up □ Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm) Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cfh (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-18

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-18

POSITION

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	8.9 ipm (.23 m/min)	4G
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	10.0 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	12.0 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	0.95	12.0 ipm (.30 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-19

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-19

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	11 ipm (.28 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40c/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-20

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-20

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 3F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40c/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-21

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-21

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	10 ipm (.25 m/min)	4F
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		✓
Machine	Automatic	☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up	□	Down

Single Weld ✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES ✓	NO □
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes □	NO ✓	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cth (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-22
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-22

POSITION
Groove: 1G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine ☐ Automatic		☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☐	☑
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES	☑	NO ☐
Root Opening	1/4" (6 mm)	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes	☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cfh (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-23
Revision Date by ____	____
Supporting PQR No.(s) ____	PQR VRTEX® 5-23

POSITION
Groove: 4G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer/ Weave
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.9 ipm (.23 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-7	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-7	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 3/8" (9.6 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40c/h (16-18 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-24

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-24

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

p to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	145 (3.6 m/min)	1.00	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		✓
Machine	Automatic	☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up	□	Down

Single Weld ✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES ✓	NO □
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes □	NO ✓	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cth (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-25
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-25

POSITION
Groove: 1G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		✓
Machine	Automatic	☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up	□	Down

Single Weld ✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES ✓	NO □
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes □	NO ✓	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate 30-40cth (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-26
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 5-26

POSITION
Groove: 2G		Fillet: N/A	Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit
Pulse ☑		Globular	Spray □
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN☑
Power Source: CC □ CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi-pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

√

Corner Edge Up

Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm) Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: 45 degree included

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A

Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)

Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-27

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-27

POSITION

Groove: 3G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: √ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	3.9 ipm (.10 m/min)
2	Weave	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	3.6 ipm (.10 m/min)
3	Weave	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	2.8 ipm (.07 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up

√

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES NO ☐
Root Opening 1/4" (6 mm)		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: 45 degree included
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove 3/8" (9.6 mm)	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	30-40cfh (16-18 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-28

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-28

POSITION
Groove: 4G Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression:	□	□
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Other:

N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer/Weave

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi-pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2"

Peening Yes NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.9 ipm (.23 m/min)	4G
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	7.7 ipm (.20 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 ipm (.25 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	8.3 ipm (.21 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.052" (1.3 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16.6 ipm (.42 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A

Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-29

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) RTEX® 5-29

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Whip Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Surface Build Up
2	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
3	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
4	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
5	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
6	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
7	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
8	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
9	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
10	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)
11	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	90 ± 5	13.9 ipm ± 10% (.13 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-30

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) RTEX® 5-30

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progressid up Down □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP □ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ☑ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi Pass Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm + 10% (.23 m/min)
3	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
4	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm + 10% (.23 m/min)
5	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
6	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm + 10% (.23 m/min)
7	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
8	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm + 10% (.23 m/min)
9	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)
10	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm + 10% (.23 m/min)
11	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 ± 5	9 ipm ± 10% (.23 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36

Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove N/A Fillet N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A

Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 5-31

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) RTEX® 5-31

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progressid Up Down □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □ Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO ☐

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
3	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)
4	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
5	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)
6	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
7	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm ± 10% (.24 m/min)
8	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
9	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
10	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)
11	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	125 ± 5	9.6 ipm + 10% (.24 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner □	Edge □
Single Weld	☑	Double Weld
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes	□	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition 75/25
Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-32

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-32

POSITION

Groove: N/A

Fillet: N/A

Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☑ Globular ☐ Spray ☐

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multi Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/8" (10 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.

Min.

N/A

Max

N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
7	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
8	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
9	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
10	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
11	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
12	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
13	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
14	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
15	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	250 (6.3 m/min)	18	16 ipm (.41 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner □	Edge □

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10

Flux	N/A
	Flow Rate 25-40cfh (12-18 l/min)
	Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-33

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-33

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing √

Vertical Progression:	Up	□	Down	□
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	☐	Globular	☐	Spray	☑
Pulse	☐

Other:	N/A
Current:	AC		DCEP		DCEN
Power Source:	CC			CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Multi Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2"
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
7	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
8	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
9	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
10	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
11	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)
12	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	400 (10.0 m/min)	27	24 ipm (.61 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner □	Edge □

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening: N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
	Composition	90/10

Flux	N/A
	Flow Rate 25-40cfh (12-18 l/min)
	Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 5-34

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-34

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression:	Up	□	Down	□
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	□	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse	☑

Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	☐	DCEP	☑	DCEN	☐
Power Source:	CC	☐		CV	☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:	Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)	Multiple Pass

Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance	1/2"

Peening

Yes

□

NO

☑

Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
3	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
4	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
5	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
6	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
7	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
8	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
9	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
10	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
11	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
12	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
13	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
14	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)
15	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	16 ipm (.41 m/min)

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt
Corner Edge Up		Down
Single Weld		Double Weld
Backing: YES		NO
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	NO	Method

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A	Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 5-35

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-35

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression:

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19.1 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
5	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
6	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
7	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
8	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
9	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)
10	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	15 ipm (.38 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	□	□
Corner Edge Up	□ Down

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	NO	☑	Method

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	N/A

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 5-36

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 5-36

POSITION

Groove: N/A

Fillet: N/A Flat Surfacing

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

□

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP □ DCEN √

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW) Size: N/A Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:

Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Multi Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1" (25 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES ☑ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Surface Build Up
2	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
3	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
4	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
5	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
6	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
7	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
8	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
9	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
10	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
11	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)
12	Stringer	E71T-9	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	140 (3.5 m/min)	20	13.5 ipm (.34 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

VRTEX® 360 - Default Weld Process Settings (Software Set 6)

WPS4	VR Welding Process	Consumable Type	Lincoln Brand	Gas Mixture	Gas Flow	Position	Mat'l (in) Schedule 80 on Flat Plate	WFS (ipm) or Amps	Voltage or Trim	Polarity
6-1 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ N/A N/A 2F 1/4" (6.4mm)							85 (±5)	N/A DC+
6-2	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010	Fleetweld 5P+	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	85 (-5)	N/A	DC+
6-3 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ N/A N/A 5F up 1/4" (6.4mm) 85 (+5) N/A DC+
6-4 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018 Excalibur 7018 N/A N/A 2F 1/4" (6.4mm)							115 (±5)	N/A DC+
6-5 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018 Excalibur 7018 N/A N/A 4F 1/4" (6.4mm)							115 (±5)	N/A DC+
6-6 SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E7018 Excalibur 7018 N/A N/A 5F up 1/4" (6.4mm)							115 (±5)	N/A DC+
6-7	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (±5)	N/A	AC
6-8	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	100 (±5)	N/A	AC
6-9	SMAW	1/8" (3.2mm) E6013	Fleetweld 37	N/A	N/A	5F down	1/4" (6.4mm)	115 (±5)	N/A	AC
6-10	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	350 (±5) (8.9 m/min)	20	DC+
6-11	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	325 (±5) (8.2 m/min)	19	DC+
6-12	GMAW-S	.035 (.89mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	75/25	25-35 (12-16.5 l/min)	5F down	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	19	DC+
6-13	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-14	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-15	GMAW-Pulse	.045 (1.1 mm) ER70S-6	SuperArc L-56	90/10	30-40 (12-18 l/min)	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	130 (±5) (3.3 m/min)	0.95	DC+
6-16	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
6-17	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
6-18	FCAW - G	.045 (1.1mm) E71T-1	UC71A85	75/25	40-50 (19-23.5 l/min)	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	275 (±5) (7.0 m/min)	25	DC+
6-19	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	2F	1/4" (6.4mm)	150 (±5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-
6-20	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	4F	1/4" (6.4mm)	145 (±5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-
6-21	FCAW - S	5/64 (2.0mm) E71T-8	NR-232/233	N/A	N/A	5F up	1/4" (6.4mm)	150 (±5) (3.5 m/min)	20	DC-

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

√

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-1

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-1

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP ✓ DCEN □ Power Source: CC ✓ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Whip Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	5 ipm (.13 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO √

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A

Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-2

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) VRTEX®6-2

POSITION

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Whip

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	5 ipm (.13 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner □ Edge □

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES ☐ NO √

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1

AWS Classification E6010

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A

Composition N/A

Flux N/A

Flow Rate N/A

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-3

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-3

POSITION

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Whip

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Whip	E6010	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	85 ( ± 5)	3.6 ipm (.09 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW #6-4

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-4

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 ( ± 5)	6.5 ipm (.17 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-5

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-5

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 ( ± 5)	6.5 ipm (.17 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E7018

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-6

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-6

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □ Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Amps
1	Stringer	E7018	1/8" (3.2 mm)	DC+	115 (± 5)	6.0 ipm (.15 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

√

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-7

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) /RTEX® 6-7

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 (± 5)	9 ipm (.23 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

√

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-8

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) VRTEX® 6-8

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐ Power Source: CC ☑ CV ☐

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Number of Electrodes Single Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A Peening Yes NO √ Interpass Cleaning YES NO √ Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	100 (± 5)	8 ipm (.21 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process SMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Sem-Automatic Machine □ Automatic PQR

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner □

√

Edge □

□

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld ☐ Backing: YES ☐ NO ☑ Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A Groove Angle: N/A Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate Type or Grade N/A Thickness: Groove Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.1 AWS Classification E6013

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas N/A Composition N/A Flux N/A Flow Rate N/A Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® SMAW # 6-9

Revision Date by ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) VRTEX® 6-9

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: Up □ Down √

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □ Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☑ DCEP ☐ DCEN ☐

Power Source: CC √ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance N/A

Peening Yes □ NO √

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping and brushing

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E6013	1/8" (3.2 mm)	AC	115 (± 5)	16. ipm (.41 m/min)

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 75/25

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35c/h (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-10

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-10

POSITION

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☑ Globular ☐ Spray ☐

□

Other: N/A

nt: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV ☑

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	350 (8.9 m/min)	20	12.5 ipm (.32 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Lap Tee Butt

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO ☑

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 75/25

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 25-35c/h (12-16.5 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-11

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-11

POSITION

____ ____

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit ☑ Globular □ Spray □

□

Other: N/A

nt: AC □ DCEP DCEN √ □

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	325 (8.2 m/min)	19	12.5 ipm (.32 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑	☐
Corner Edge Up	☐	Down

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES	☐	NO	☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	NO	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux N/A
		Flow Rate	25-35cfh (12-16.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-12

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-12

POSITION
Groove: N/A	Fillet: 5F	Flat Surfacing :□

Vertical Progression: ☐ ☑

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	✓	Globular	□	Spray
Pulse

Other:	N/A
Current: AC	☐		DCEP	☑	DCEN	☐
Power Source:	CC	☐		CV	☑

Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Single
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE
Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.035" (.89 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	19	11.6 ipm (.29 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes □ NO √ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-19 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-13

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-13

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single-Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	10 jpm (.25 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process GMAW Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic

Machine □ Automatic □

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:

Lap Tee Butt √ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld ☑ Double Weld □

Backing: YES NO

Root Opening N/A Root Face Dimension N/A

Groove Angle: N/A

Back Gouging: Yes ☐ NO ☑ Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36 Schedule 80 on plate

Type or Grade N/A

Groove N/A Fillet 1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification A5.18

AWS Classification E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) N/A Gas Argon/Co2

Composition 90/10

Flux N/A

Flow Rate 30-40cl/h (16-19 l/min)

Gas Cup Size N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-14

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-14

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

√

Other: N/A

Current: AC □ DCEP √ DCEN □

Power Source: CC CV

Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single-Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 1/2" (12.7 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: None

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

Interpass Temp. Min. N/A Max N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 jpm (.30 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name	VRTEX® VRAWTM
Welding Process	GMAW Authorized by Date
Type: Manual Semi-Automatic		☑
Machine ☐ Automatic		☐

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	√	□
Corner Edge Up	□	Down

Single Weld ☑	Double Weld ☐
Backing: YES ☐	NO ☑
Root Opening N/A		Root Face Dimension N/A
Groove Angle: N/A
Back Gouging: Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec. ASTM A36			Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.18
AWS Classification	E70S-6

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	90/10
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	30-40cth (16-19 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® GMAW # 6-15
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 6-15

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing □
Vertical Progression:		✓	□
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Pulse ☑
Other: N/A
Current: AC □ DCEP		DCEN	□
Power Source: CC □		CV ☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:			Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)			Single-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance			1/2" (12.7 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	None

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts / Trim	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E70S-6	.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	130 (3.3 m/min)	0.95	12 ipm (.30 m/min)

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	✓	□
Corner Edge Up	□	Down
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	□	NO ✓
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes □	NO ✓	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 L/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-16

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-16

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	□	Globular	□	Spray	□
Pulse	□
Other:	N/A
Current:	AC	□	DCEP	☑	DCEN	□
Power Source:	CC	□		CV	☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/4" (19.1 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	✓	□
Corner Edge Up	□	Down
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	□	NO ✓
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes □	NO ✓	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 L/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-17

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-17

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression:

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

Pulse □

Other: N/A

Current: AC ☐ DCEP ☑ DCEN ☐

Power Source: CC □ CV √

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size: N/A

Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other: Stringer

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side) Single Pass

Number of Electrodes Single

Contact Tip to Work Distance 3/4" (19.1 mm)

Peening Yes NO

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO √

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.1 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	8.5 ipm (.22 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

LINCOLN ELECTRIC

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-G Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	✓	□
Corner Edge Up	□	Down
Single Weld	✓	Double Weld □
Backing: YES	□	NO ✓
Root Opening	N/A	Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes □	NO ✓	Method N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification	A5.20
AWS Classification	E71T-1

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	Argon/Co2
		Composition	75/25
Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	40-50 CFH (19-23.5 l/min)
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-18

Revision Date by ____ ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) PQR VRTEX® 6-18

POSITION

Groove: N/A Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing: □

Vertical Progression: √ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode:	Short Circuit	☐	Globular	☐	Spray	☐
Pulse ☐
Other:	N/A
Current: AC	☐	DCEP	☑	DCEN	☐
Power Source:	CC	☐	CV	☑
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size:	N/A
Type:	N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		3/4" (19.1 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-1	0.045" (1.2 mm)	DC+	275 (7.0 m/min)	25	6 ipm (.15 m/min)

**This document is intended for training purposes only**

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.	ASTM A36			Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-8

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A
Flux N/A		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-19
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 6-19

POSITION

Groove: N/A			Fillet: 2F Flat Surfacing:
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit			Globular	Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP			DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	150 (3.8 m/min)	20	11.5 ipm (.29 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes ☐	NO ☑	Method	N/A

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-8

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A

Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-20
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 6-20

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 4F Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	145 (3.5 m/min)	20	9.5 ipm (.24 m/min)

Company Name VRTEX® VRAW™

Welding Process FCAW-S Authorized by Date

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic
Machine	Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type:
Lap Tee Butt	☑
Corner Edge Up Down	☐

Single Weld	☑	Double Weld	☐
Backing: YES NO		☑
Root Opening	N/A		Root Face Dimension	N/A
Groove Angle:	N/A
Back Gouging:	Yes	NO	☑	Method

BASE MATERIAL
Material Spec.	ASTM A36		Schedule 80 on plate
Type or Grade	N/A
Thickness:	Groove	N/A	Fillet	1/4" (6.4 mm)

FILLER METALS
AWS Specification	A5.20

AWS Classification

E71T-8

SHIELDING
Electrode Flux (Class)	N/A	Gas	N/A
		Composition	N/A

Flux	N/A
		Flow Rate	N/A
		Gas Cup Size	N/A

Pulse

Identification # VRTEX® FCAW # 6-21
Revision Date by
Supporting PQR No.(s)	PQR VRTEX® 6-21

POSITION
Groove: N/A		Fillet: 5F Flat Surfacing
Vertical Progression:
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Transfer Mode: Short Circuit		Globular	Spray
Other: N/A
Current: AC DCEP		DCEN
Power Source: CC CV
Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)
Size: N/A
Type: N/A

TECHNIQUE
Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:		Stringer
Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)		Single-Pass
Number of Electrodes	Single
Contact Tip to Work Distance		1" (25 mm)
Peening Yes ☐	NO ☑
Interpass Cleaning	YES ☐	NO ☑
Cleaning Method:	Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT
Preheat Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A
Interpass Temp.	Min.	N/A	Max	N/A

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Volts	Travel Speed	Joint Details
		Class Diameter		Type & Polarity	Wire Feed Speed
1	Stringer	E71T-8	5/64" (2.0 mm)	DC-	150 (3.8 m/min)	20	12.8 ipm (.33 m/min)

WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)

Company Name

Welding Process

Type: Manual Semi-Automatic Machine □ Automatic

JOINT DESIGN USED

Type: Groove: Fillet: Flat Surfacing

Lap Tee Butt □ □

Corner Edge Up Down

Single Weld Double Weld

Backing: YES NO Pulse Root Opening Other: Root Face Dimension

Groove Angle: ____ Back Gouging: Yes □ NO □ Method ____

BASE MATERIAL

Material Spec.

Type or Grade Thickness: Groove ____ Fillet ____

FILLER METALS

AWS Specification

AWS Classification

SHIELDING

Electrode Flux (Class) ____ Gas ____

Composition

Flux ____ Flow Rate______ Gas Cup Size ____

Identification #

Revision Date by ____ ____

Authorized by Date ____ ____

Supporting PQR No.(s) ____

POSITION

□

Vertical Progression: □ □

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Transfer Mode: Short Circuit □ Globular □ Spray □

□

Current: AC □ DCEP □ DCEN □

Power Source: CC □ CV □

Tungsten Electrode (GTAW)

Size:

Type:

TECHNIQUE

Stringer, Weave Bead, Other:

Multi-pass or Single Pass (per side)

Number of Electrodes

Contact Tip to Work Distance

Peening Yes □ NO □

Interpass Cleaning YES □ NO □

Cleaning Method: Chipping Hammer and Wire Brush

PREHEAT

Preheat Temp. Min. Max

Interpass Temp. Min. Max

WELDING PROCEDURE

Pass or Weld Layer(s)	Technique	Filler Metals		Current		Travel Speed	Volt or Trim	Joint Details
		Class	Diameter	Type & Polarity	AMPS or WFS

Pipe Welding Procedure

ID #

PIPE		Root Land		Preheat Temp
Diameter		Root Gap		Interpass Temp
Wall Thickness		Joint Bevel Angle		Clamp Type
Schedule		Backing		Cleaning

Electrode & Gas	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Electrode Name
Diameter
AWS Classification
Shielding Gas
Flow Rate (CFH)
Backing Gas
Flow Rate (CFH)
Welding Position
Direction of Welding
POWER SOURCE
Software Z #
Mode #
Wire Feeder
Electrode Polarity

PROCEDURES	ROOT PASS	HOT PASS	FILL - CAP PASSES
Process
WFS (in/min)
Volts
Amps
Travel Speed (in/min)
Arc Length
Synergic Mode
Trim
Arc Control
Non-Synergic Mode
Peak Amps
Background Amps
Tailout (0-10)

Comments:	Joint Details