Which tool would be most appropriate for removing slag from welds in fabrication work?

• A. Chipping Hammer
• B. Router
• C. Wire Brush
• D. Sledge Hammer

Answer: (A)

Post-weld slag needs to be chipped away to expose a clean weld surface. A chipping hammer is designed for this task: its chisel-like head and sturdy hammer action let you strike off the solidified slag without gouging or damaging the weld bead. The router isn’t appropriate here because it’s a shaping tool for other materials and can easily harm the weld. A wire brush can help finish and smooth the surface, but it won’t reliably remove stubborn slag. A sledge hammer is too blunt and risky for precise slag removal, likely to damage the weld. So the chipping hammer is the best choice for removing slag from welds.