Used for 5G/6G vertical-down welding (common in pipelines). Summary of Pipe Welding Positions and Certifications Orientation Difficulty Certification Scope 1G Horizontal 2G 5G Horizontal 6G 45° Angle 1G, 2G, 5G, 6G Key Tips for Mastering Pipe Weld Positions What Are The Pipe Welding Positions (1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G)?
The 6G position is widely regarded as the "Master Key" of pipe welding certifications. The pipe is fixed at a 45-degree angle. It does not rotate. pipe weld positions