01053015 MANUFACTURING; Department of Mechanical Engineering, KMITL
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Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW)
Fusion welding performed by a high temperature flame from combustion of acetylene and oxygen
Flame is directed by a welding torch
Filler metal is sometimes added
Composition must be similar to base metal
Filler rod often coated with fluxto clean surfaces and prevent oxidation