2G (horizontal), 5G (any pipe size in same process), and often 6G (inclined pipe) only if the test includes a 45° inclined fixed pipe. By itself, 5G does not qualify for 6G.
In a 5G position:
The welder must maintain a 90º work angle and a 5º to 10º travel angle consistently around the pipe. Key Techniques and Challenges 5G Welding Position for Pipes - ESAB welding 5g position
Mastering the 5G Welding Position: A Comprehensive Guide The , also known as the horizontal fixed position , is one of the most demanding benchmarks in pipe welding. Unlike simpler positions where the workpiece can be rotated, the 5G position requires the welder to move around a stationary, horizontal pipe. This necessitates mastering multiple welding orientations—overhead, vertical, and flat—in a single continuous pass. 2G (horizontal), 5G (any pipe size in same