Trial Weld. As in all welding, good root penetration and avoidance of defects are important. In some cases, a trial weld will be required on site. This should be done at the working depth and in the most difficult position required, usually overhead. The specimen weld should be brought to the surface and inspected before the actual welding commences. A
Read more →Fillet Weld. A fillet weld is a triangular weld used to join two surfaces that are at approximately right angles to each other. i.e., lap, tee and corner joints are normally welded with a fillet weld. A fillet weld should have a leg length equal to the plate thickness up to 3/8-inch plate. For plate thicknesses 3/8-inch and greater, a
Read more →Types of Welds a.Types of Welds. It is important to distinguish between the joint and the weld. Each must be described to completely describe the weld joint. There are many different types of welds, which are best described by their shape when shown in cross section. The most popular weld is the fillet weld, named after its cross-sectional shape. Fillet
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