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Which of the following transfer methods associated with GMAW is characterized by a highly directed stream of discrete drops that are accelerated by arc forces, and negligible spatter?
Suggested Answer: D
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26 comments · newest first
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Brandon
1 month ago
But A) can have more spatter than D). Spray is cleaner overall.
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Rene
1 month ago
I’m leaning towards A) Pulsed droplet transfer. It’s precise too.
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Brittni
2 months ago
I agree, D) Spray transfer seems right. Very controlled.
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Henriette
2 months ago
I think it's D) Spray transfer. It has less spatter.
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Denise
2 months ago
I feel like D) Spray transfer is the best choice. Highly directed stream!
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Martina
2 months ago
Not so sure. A) Pulsed droplet transfer could fit too.
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Cecil
2 months ago
I agree, D) Spray transfer makes sense. Very clean process.
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Dalene
2 months ago
I think it's D) Spray transfer. It has less spatter.
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Justine
3 months ago
But D) Spray transfer is more efficient for thicker materials.
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Lai
3 months ago
I'm not so sure. A) Pulsed droplet transfer sounds good too. Less heat.
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Cordell
3 months ago
I agree, D) Spray transfer is the best choice. Very clean method.
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Giovanna
3 months ago
I think it's D) Spray transfer. It has less spatter.
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Ligia
3 months ago
I agree with Gabriele, spray transfer is the way to go!
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Aretha
3 months ago
Really? I didn't know spray transfer had negligible spatter!
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Sheron
5 months ago
No way, it's D) for sure.
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Micaela
5 months ago
I thought it was A) Pulsed droplet transfer?
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Gabriele
5 months ago
Definitely D) Spray transfer!
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Craig
5 months ago
I agree with Zona, spray transfer is the way to go!
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Marva
6 months ago
Wait, is it really negligible spatter with spray transfer? Sounds too good to be true!
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Alaine
6 months ago
No way, it's B) Short circuiting transfer.
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Augustine
6 months ago
I thought it was A) Pulsed droplet transfer.
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Zona
6 months ago
Definitely D) Spray transfer! That's the one.
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Lashonda
6 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I think it was about minimizing spatter. That makes me lean towards D) Spray transfer, but I need to double-check my notes.
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Janessa
6 months ago
I feel like globular transfer is more about larger drops, so it can't be the answer. Maybe it's A) Pulsed droplet transfer?
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Orville
7 months ago
I recall that pulsed droplet transfer has something to do with controlling the heat, but I can't remember if that's the right one for this question.
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Gerri
7 months ago
I think the answer might be D) Spray transfer, but I'm not entirely sure. I remember it has to do with a smooth flow of metal.