AWS AWS Welding Codes & Standards 1

Question 1

Which AWS standard covers structural welding of steel?

Accepted Answer

AWS D1.1

Answer

AWS D1.1 is the Structural Welding Code for Steel, covering welding requirements for carbon and low-alloy steel structures.

Question 2

Which AWS code covers structural welding of aluminum?

Accepted Answer

AWS D1.2

Answer

AWS D1.2 is the Structural Welding Code for Aluminum.

Question 3

AWS D1.5 was developed in conjunction with AASHTO and applies to welding of:

Accepted Answer

Bridge structures

Answer

AWS D1.5 is the Bridge Welding Code, developed with AASHTO for highway bridge structures.

Question 4

The AWS D1.3 code specifically addresses structural welding of:

Accepted Answer

Sheet steel (thin gauge)

Answer

AWS D1.3 covers structural welding of sheet steel, typically under 3/16 inch thick.

Question 5

Which AWS standard applies to structural welding of stainless steel?

Accepted Answer

AWS D1.6

Answer

AWS D1.6 is the Structural Welding Code for Stainless Steel.

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