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Q: According to IS 800 : 2007, in fillet welding, when steel is delivered and painted, the paint shall be removed for a distance of at least ________ on either side of the joint.
  • A. 20 mm
  • B. 50 mm
  • C. 30 mm
  • D. 100 mm
Correct Answer: Option B - As per IS : 800-2007 Clause 17.13.5.3. Fillet welding– Field assembly and welding shall be executed in accordance with requirements for shop fabrications excepting such as manifestly apply to shop conditions only. Where the steel has been delivered painted, the paint shall be removed for a distance of at least 50 mm on either side of the joint.
B. As per IS : 800-2007 Clause 17.13.5.3. Fillet welding– Field assembly and welding shall be executed in accordance with requirements for shop fabrications excepting such as manifestly apply to shop conditions only. Where the steel has been delivered painted, the paint shall be removed for a distance of at least 50 mm on either side of the joint.

Explanations:

As per IS : 800-2007 Clause 17.13.5.3. Fillet welding– Field assembly and welding shall be executed in accordance with requirements for shop fabrications excepting such as manifestly apply to shop conditions only. Where the steel has been delivered painted, the paint shall be removed for a distance of at least 50 mm on either side of the joint.