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Weld analysis — May 26, 2026

Educational visual feedback on a sample practice weld.

History
CompletedSample dataModerate confidenceSubmitted May 26, 2026, 2:30 PM

Overall practice band

ConsistentLevel 3 of 5

AI summary

This FCAW practice weld appears to show one main area worth attention, alongside real strengths. Linear surface marks may indicate worm tracking from gas issues in the flux. Overall consistency looks reasonably steady. Focus on the priority improvement below, run the suggested drill, and submit a comparable weld to measure the change. Remember: surface appearance cannot confirm what is happening inside the joint.

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Submission details

Process
FCAW (Flux-Core)
Material
Carbon steel
Thickness
1/4 in
Joint type
T-joint
Position
3F — Vertical fillet
Filler metal
E71T-1
Shielding gas
100% CO₂
Voltage
24 V
Wire feed speed
350
Travel speed
6 in/min
Polarity
DCEP (reverse)
Passes
1
Preheat
None
Practice objective
Hold the puddle on vertical-up without the slag running ahead.
Notes
Vertical-up; slag wanted to run ahead in the middle third.

Logged settings

This sample analysis isn’t linked to a weld log entry. In the real app, the wizard saves your submitted settings to the weld log by default — or links the session you already logged.

AI observations

Educational guidance only

AI-assisted visual feedback is educational guidance only and is not always accurate. A photograph cannot confirm code compliance, structural integrity, internal fusion, penetration, or test results, and it is no substitute for hands-on inspection. Have a qualified instructor or inspector evaluate any weld that matters.

Practice Score

ArcForge educational metrics — not inspection scores.

  • Bead consistency

    ConsistentLevel 3 of 5

  • Profile control

    DevelopingLevel 2 of 5

  • Toe transition

    DevelopingLevel 2 of 5

  • Start & stop control

    ConsistentLevel 3 of 5

  • Surface cleanliness

    ConsistentLevel 3 of 5

  • Visual uniformity

    DevelopingLevel 2 of 5

  • Practice-objective alignment

    ConsistentLevel 3 of 5

    Based on how the visible result relates to your stated objective.

Photo quality & limits

Feedback quality depends on what the camera captured. Anything below the surface is outside what a photo can show.

Image rating:Fair

Photo issues noticed

  • Minor glare on the bead face.

What shaped the confidence level

  • Welding details were provided, which sharpens interpretation.
  • Image quality is adequate but not ideal.

What this review cannot tell you

  • Internal soundness, fusion, and penetration can never be judged from a photograph.
  • Lighting and angle can hide or exaggerate surface conditions.
  • This educational feedback is not an inspection and does not assess code acceptance.

What looks good

Strengths visible in this photo — keep building on them.

  • The stop shows attention to filling the crater.
  • The overall bead profile is reasonable for this stage of practice.
  • The work area and plate look properly prepared.

Priority improvements

Work these in order — each one builds on the last.

Why it matters

Linear surface marks may indicate worm tracking from gas issues in the flux.

How to practice it

Build baseline arc control and consistency.

Possible concerns

Visual indications only — a photo cannot confirm whether a discontinuity is actually present or how deep it goes. Where your instructor weighed in, their call is labeled and takes priority over the AI.

  • Possible worm tracking

    PossibleModerate

    Location: along the top toe

    Linear surface marks may indicate worm tracking from gas issues in the flux.

Suggested practice drill

Stringer-bead pads

Build baseline arc control and consistency. Fill a 4×6 in plate with parallel stringer beads, each overlapping the previous by one-third. Focus on a steady arc length and even travel. Photograph the pad and compare ripple consistency to your last session.

Add drills to a plan in the full app

Related lessons & defect reading

The full lessons and defect library live in the app — here’s what they cover.

Technique & equipment

Technique suggestions

  • Brace your hand or forearm so travel comes from your whole arm, not your wrist.
  • Do a dry run along the joint before striking to confirm you can reach the full length comfortably.
  • Watch the back edge of the puddle rather than the arc itself.

Equipment considerations

  • At 24 V, watch how the arc sounds — a harsh crackle may mean voltage is low for this wire-feed speed.
  • Bracket wire-feed speed ±10% around 350 ipm to find the smoothest transfer for this setup.

System

Processing record

Status
Completed
Provider
mock
Model
arcforge-mock-1
Prompt version
v1
Schema version
v1
Attempts
1
Submitted
May 26, 2026, 2:30 PM
Completed
May 26, 2026, 2:30 PM

Analysis ID: preview-3