Welding Positions

In welding, the position refers to the orientation of the joint being welded in relation to the welder. There are four main welding positions:

Flat position: The joint being welded is horizontal and the welder is welding from above.

Horizontal position: The joint being welded is vertical, and the weld is performed in a side-to-side motion.

Vertical position: The joint being welded is positioned vertically, and the weld is performed in an upward or downward direction.

Overhead position: The joint being welded is positioned above the welder, and the weld is performed from below.

In addition to these four positions, there are also four more positions that are commonly used in welding:

1G position: The joint being welded is in the flat position, and the welder is welding from the top.

2G position: The joint being welded is in the horizontal position, and the welder is welding from the side.

3G position: The joint being welded is in the vertical position, and the welder is welding upward.

4G position: The joint being welded is in the overhead position, and the welder is welding from below.

It is essential to use the correct welding position for the type of joint being welded to ensure a strong and reliable weld. The welding position also affects the welding speed, heat input, and the quality of the finished weld. Welders must be familiar with all welding positions and be able to perform them correctly to produce high-quality welds.