When Using the Spray Metal Transfer Method, What Can Happen

question 34

Multiple Choice

When using the spray metal transfer method, what can happen if the tip gets too close to the work?

• A) The wire may arc out and cause a lot of spatter to be thrown from the weld.
• B) The shorter stickout will cause the weld to get hotter due to the reduced resistance in the shorter wire and the weld will become wider and more fluid.
• C) The tip may be melted.
• D) A flood of sparks as the weld pool is overheated will erupt.

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