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Double-wire tandem GMAW welding process of HSLA50 steel

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Author(s):
Scalet Rossini, Luis Felipe [1] ; Valenzuela Reyes, Rodrigo Andre [1] ; Spinelli, Jose Eduardo [2]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Grad Program Mat Sci & Engn, BR-13565905 Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil
[2] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Dept Mat Engn, BR-13565905 Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING PROCESSES; v. 45, p. 227-233, SEP 2019.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

Tandem welding process employs double wire feed in a single torch, providing increased deposition rate and consequent reduction in process times. However, the process complexity increases since an optimum combination of parameters is essential to avoid the occurrence of interference between both electric arcs. Such interferences may result in hindering stability of the welding process, leading to poor weld bead geometry. To address this problem, the present investigation proposes an approach to reduce the number of arc's inconsistencies during welding of a 15-mm HSLA50 steel plate with ER70S-6 wire. Three configurations were tested considering high-current ratings in lead and trail wires: pulsed-pulsed waves (torch angle: 90 degrees), continuouspulsed waves (torch angle: 90 degrees) and continuous-pulsed waves (torch angle: 80 degrees). In the three cases, the welding arc voltage and currents were acquired, and penetration profile and the dimension of the heat affected zone (HAZ) evaluated. Microhardness testing was utilized to investigate the mechanical strength of the HAZ. The best combination of parameters was found considering the three welding conditions tested in this study, where the lead wire was parameterized in constant voltage mode and the trail wire in pulsed spray metal transfer with a torch angle of 90 degrees from the workpiece. 20% higher displacement speed of the robot and no occurrence of inconsistences in the electric arcs were accomplished. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 17/12741-6 - Application of experimental solidification techniques, characterization of microstructure and properties in the evaluation of eutectic and hypereutectic Al-base and Zn-base alloys
Grantee:José Eduardo Spinelli
Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants