| Position | Plate Orientation | Weld Direction | Difficulty | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Flat (horizontal) | Horizontal | Easy | | 2G | Vertical | Horizontal | Moderate | | 3G | Vertical | Vertical | Hard | | 4G | Overhead | Horizontal | Hardest |
The 2G weld is built in three distinct layers: , Fill , and Cap . 2g welding position plate
The for plates—commonly known as the horizontal position —is a fundamental skill required for structural steel, industrial piping, and professional certification tests. In this setup, the base plate is oriented vertically, but the weld axis itself runs horizontally across the face of the workpiece. Understanding the 2G Position | Position | Plate Orientation | Weld Direction