AWS weld symbols, joint types, positions, preheat, heat affected zone and visual and NDT inspection.
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- What does a fillet weld symbol look like?
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A right triangle at the symbol line
- What does a groove weld symbol look like?
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Varies: V, bevel, U, J, or flare based on joint prep
- What does a symbol on the line below the reference line mean?
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The weld is on the near side
- What does a symbol on the line above the reference line mean?
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The weld is on the far side
- What does a backing bar symbol represent?
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Material placed behind the joint to support molten metal
- What is a butt joint?
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Two members positioned end to end with edges aligned
- What is a lap joint?
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Two overlapping members with surfaces parallel
- What is a tee joint?
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Two members positioned perpendicular to each other
- What is a corner joint?
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Two members at a right angle with edges aligned
- What is an edge joint?
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Two members in the same plane with edges adjacent
- What is a fillet weld?
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A triangular weld deposited in the corner where two surfaces meet
- What is a groove weld?
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A weld made in the groove between two prepared members
- What position is 1F?
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Flat position for fillet welding
- What position is 2F?
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Horizontal position for fillet welding
- What position is 3F?
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Vertical position for fillet welding