Deciphering Weld Symbols, Part 2: Groove Welds

Deciphering Weld Symbols, Part 2: Groove Welds plug weld vs slot weld Plug welds and slot welds are identified by the same symbol, except that the plug weld symbol has a diameter symbol placed on its right side plug weld and slot weld Plug and slot welds Welders use plug welds and slot welds to join overlapping members, one of which has holes (round for plug welds, elongated

plug weld and slot weld Plug welds are not designed to carry stresses If two or more of the general types of weld are combined in a single joint, the

plug and slot weld symbol Slot and Plug Symbol Slot and plug welds are made when holes are created in one material and then welded to another by filling the holes with weld metal The Plug and Slot Welds Plug welds and slot welds are used join overlapping members, one of which has holes in it