Position 6g — Weld

Mastering the 6G position is a career milestone because it demonstrates universal proficiency.

| Test | Acceptance Criteria (typical) | | :--- | :--- | | Visual inspection (VT) | No cracks, incomplete fusion, undercut >0.01” (0.25mm) | | Root penetration | Full penetration, no more than 1/8” internal drop | | Bend test (face & root) | No cracks >1/8” after 180° bending over former | | Radiographic test (RT) | No linear indications, rounded indications within limits | | Macroetch examination | Complete fusion, no porosity clusters | weld position 6g

According to the American Welding Society (AWS) and ISO standards, welding positions are classified by numbers and letters. Mastering the 6G position is a career milestone

If you are preparing for your 6G test, here are three critical technical tips: here are three critical technical tips: