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Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to both layers of skin and may also affect other tissue, such as sweat glands?
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
What tool is in the picture below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
(ofc)Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "A" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance across a circle?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?