API Exam API-577 Topic 9 Question 11 Discussion

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Question #: 11
Topic #: 9

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A limitation of a stud arc welding (SW) process is:

AWelding rates are significantly lower than those obtained with SMAW.

BProcess is primarily suitable for only carbon steel and low alloy steels.

CProcess is limited to a flat position.

DWeld is not visible during the welding process.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Alaine at Apr 09, 2025, 04:16 PM

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Vernice

2 months ago

Ha! Imagine trying to weld in the overhead position with this process. That would be a disaster!

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Pamela

21 days ago

C) Process is limited to a flat position.

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Elenore

1 months ago

B) Process is primarily suitable for only carbon steel and low alloy steels.

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Chanel

2 months ago

A) Welding rates are significantly lower than those obtained with SMAW.

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Eliseo

2 months ago

I agree with Rolland. The inability to see the weld during the process can definitely be a drawback of stud arc welding.

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Caprice

21 days ago

User4: Yeah, that can be a limitation for sure.

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Noel

1 months ago

User3: Welding rates are also slower compared to other methods.

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Latanya

1 months ago

User2: Definitely, it can make it harder to ensure quality.

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India

1 months ago

User1: I agree, not being able to see the weld can be a challenge.

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Rolland

2 months ago

D seems like the most logical choice to me. The weld is not visible during the welding process, which can be a significant limitation.

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Gail

2 months ago

Hmm, I think the correct answer is C. The stud arc welding process is indeed limited to the flat position.

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Cherry

1 months ago

User 3: Yeah, it's crucial to understand the capabilities and restrictions of different welding techniques.

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Theodora

1 months ago

User 2: I agree, it's important to consider the limitations of the welding process.

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Shenika

1 months ago

User 1: I think the correct answer is C. The stud arc welding process is indeed limited to the flat position.

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Junita

3 months ago

But I also think that the welding rates being significantly lower than SMAW is a major limitation.

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Hyman

3 months ago

I agree with Tyisha, the process being limited to a flat position can be a drawback.

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Tyisha

3 months ago

I think the limitation is that the process is limited to a flat position.

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