AWS D8.8M:2014

This specification provides the minimum quality requirements for arc welding of various types of automotive and light truck components. This specification covers the arc and hybrid arc welding of coated and uncoated steels.
Scope : This specification describes weld geometry and workmanship criteria essential to ensure the quality of automotive and light truck weldments. This specification covers the arc and hybrid arc welding of coated and uncoated steels. 1.2 Units of Measurement This standard makes sole use of the International System of Units (SI). 1.3 Safety Safety issues and concerns are addressed in this standard, although health issues and concerns are beyond the scope of this standard. Safety and health information is available from the following sources: American Welding Society: (1) ANSI Z49.1, Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes (2) AWS Safety and Health Fact Sheets (3) Other safety and health information on the AWS website Material or Equipment Manufacturers: (1) Safety Data Sheets supplied by materials manufacturers (2) Operating Manuals supplied by equipment manufacturers Applicable Regulatory Agencies Work performed in accordance with this standard may involve the use of materials that have been deemed hazardous, and may involve operations or equipment that may cause injury or death. This standard does not purport to address all safety and health risks that may be encountered. The user of this standard should establish an appropriate safety program to address such risks as well as to meet applicable regulatory requirements. ANSI Z49.1 should be considered when developing the safety program