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Contents
1Flux
o 1.1Inclusions
2Processes
3Removal of slag
4See also
5References
Flux[edit]
Inclusions[edit]
It is possible for areas of slag to become embedded within the solidified metal, if it
did not float to the top of the molten metal for some reason. These are called
inclusions and are a form of welding defect. Inclusions may be visible on the
surface after cleaning, or may be completely contained within the metal, in that
case they can only be detected on X-rays of the weld, requiring grinding or drilling
to remove (followed by re-welding that section).
Processes[edit]
Electroslag welding process, showing slag
Removal of slag[edit]
Slag does not contribute to strength or protection of metals after the welding
process; it is waste material. Removal of the slag is necessary for four reasons:
See also[edit]
Flux (metallurgy)
References[edit]
1. ^ Modern Welding Technology (6th Edition), Howard B. Cary& Scott Helzer,
2004, ISBN 978-0131130296
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slag_(welding)