It must be take place (i) Prior to welding, (ii) During welding (iii) After welding
VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE WELDING
The following points are to be checked
Base metal specification of quality, type and size
Cleanness from oil, grease, paint, metal oxides Dimensional accuracy, flatness and straightness All alignment, fit up and joint preparation Process and procedure variables Electrode size and type Provisions for pre-heat and post-heat Methods used for control distortion
VISUAL INSPECTION DURING WELDING
The following points are to be checked
Sequence of weld deposited
Weld cleaned properly before the next run Electrode angle Arc length, speed of travel and current setting Proper fusion and maintenance of key hole
INSPECTION AFTER WELDING
The following points are to be checked Surface defects such as Cracks Spatter Undercut Overlap Weld profile Blow hole / porosity Lack of fusion/ penetration Excess penetration Un filled crater / groove
VISUAL INSPECTION REQUIRES
Good eye sight and sufficient light Pocket steel rule Weld gauge Try square Magnifying glass