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The 2G welding position, also known as the horizontal position, is a welding technique where the weld is performed on a horizontal surface. In this position, the workpiece is placed in a way that the weld joint is parallel to the ground, and the welder moves the torch or gun horizontally to deposit the weld metal.

It is distinct from the position, which refers to a horizontal Fillet weld (commonly a "T-joint"). The 2G specifically refers to a butt joint or groove weld. 2g welding position

According to the American Welding Society (AWS) A3.0 standard, the 2G position is defined by the orientation of the weld axis and the plane of the weld. The 2G welding position, also known as the