Mechanical properties and microstructure of weld joint of SA 738 Gr.B with as welded and PWHT(post weld heat treatment)by SMAW(shielding metal arc welding)and GMAW(gas metal arc welding)are analyzed
it shows increasing welding heat input decreases impact properties of welded joint. During PWHT
weld undergoes grain recovery and recrystallization
meanwhile
inclusions in grain gather for weld and HAZ(heat affected zone) for SMAW at grain boundary
which decrease binding energy for grain boundary
it results in decreasing impact properties of weld and HAZ.