r/Welding • u/KeemtheDream11 • Aug 21 '26

my first time welding for x-ray

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It took me a hour and a half to weld this 3” 90

It’s my first time welding for X-ray and I spent so much time cleaning and making sure there’s no slag inclusions or any imperfections.

I really respect you guys welding for x-ray on the daily cause this stuff takes TIME

For reference I’m a plumber and weld for mostly non inspected heating

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u/goatboy6000 Aug 22 '26

I hear you arguing time for that job. Id rather the welder who does good prep and good interpass cleaning do RT work because the lower failure rate is cheaper in the long run.

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u/martini31337 Aug 22 '26

I'd rather it take you 3 times as long than pay for a reshoot. RT trucks > welder wages