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weld 1100 - shielded metal arc welding - College of Eastern Utah

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Joint Geometry and Fit-Up<br />

Fit-Up - Refers to the quality <strong>of</strong> joint dimensions and alignment.<br />

You cannot make a high quality <strong>weld</strong> with poor quality fit-up.<br />

Joint Geometry - Refers to the shape and dimensions <strong>of</strong> a joint<br />

prior to <strong>weld</strong>ing.<br />

– The book provides numerous examples <strong>of</strong> common joint<br />

geometry (dimensions/angles).<br />

– See Joint Geometry and terminology handout.<br />

Run<strong>of</strong>f Tabs - See figure 2.9<br />

Preheat - Heating the joint area prior/during <strong>weld</strong>ing.

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