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Groove Angle: This is the included angle or total angle of a groove weld.
Contour Symbol: This is the shape or contour of the finished weld.
Shown as a straight or curved line.
Pitch of the Weld: This indicates the distance from the center of one
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Terms Used With Welding Symbols
Backing Weld Symbol: A backing weld may be used to obtain 100%
penetration when welding is possible on both sides.
Melt-Through Symbols: The melt-through symbol is used on welds
that are welded from one side only and require 100% penetration.
Weld-All-Around Symbol: This indicates that the same type of weld
joint is used on all edges of a box or cylindrical part.
Field Weld Symbol: Used when the weld is to be made away from the
shop.
Multiple Reference Lines: Used when a sequence of operations is to
be done. The reference line nearest the arrow indicates the first operation.
The last operation to be performed is on the reference line furthest from
the arrow.
Examples