https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints A multi-modal resource for Welding IET students en-us 2023-03-05 08:20:47 UTC 2026-01-14 03:19:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f525.png nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503805462 2023-03-05 08:27:06 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503805462 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806053 2023-03-05 08:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806053 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806413 2023-03-05 08:29:38 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806413 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806592 2023-03-05 08:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503806592 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503807819 2023-03-05 08:33:42 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503807819 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503809528 2023-03-05 08:38:43 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503809528 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503812986 2023-03-05 08:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503812986 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503813380 2023-03-05 08:48:54 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503813380 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503813729 2023-03-05 08:49:57 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503813729 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503814915 2023-03-05 08:52:58 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503814915 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503816795 2023-03-05 08:58:55 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503816795 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503818928 2023-03-05 09:04:49 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503818928 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503819747 2023-03-05 09:06:40 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503819747 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503821424 2023-03-05 09:10:41 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503821424 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503823105 parallel
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assemble
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boxes 
frames
structures
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Butt joints...

• join two metal pieces that meet at their edges on the same plane 
• used in applications where a smooth weld face is required 
• fillet or groove welded; groove welding requires added expertise and expense 
• improper design/welding risks distortion and residual stresses 

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Lap Joints...

• Join two members having overlapping surfaces 
• Good mechanical properties, especially when welded from both sides 
• Usually fillet welded 
• Thicker material requires more overlap 

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Edge joints...

• Join two parallel, or nearly parallel, workpieces
• Not recommended if either piece will be subject to impact or high stresses 
• Square groove is most common, but other groove configurations are possible 
• Very deep penetration is impossible 

]]> 2023-03-05 10:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503843269 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503843708  T-joints are most common in construction welding. The flat base allows for structural support. Because T-joints require welding on 2 sides of the work pieces, they are often stronger than other common types of weld joints. They may require gusseting in some cases. Drawing upon the high structural integrity of the triangle shape, gusseted T-joint welds could be stronger than even butt welds might be.

T-Joints...

• Join two workpieces that meet at a T-shaped angle
• Good mechanical properties, especially when welded from both sides 
• Easily welded with little or no joint preparation 
• Usually fillet welded, although J-grooves are possible 

]]> 2023-03-05 10:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503843708 nancileiton https://padlet.com/nancileiton/weldjoints/wish/2503846150 There are 2 main types of corner welding joints: open and closed. Differentiating between the pair relies on positioning. In both cases, you’ll want to weld on the inside seam of the 2 pieces of material, and some applications might require you to stitch the pieces together along the entire joint surface. Corners tend to take a lot of stress and wear and tear, so a solid initial weld is critical. Corner weld joints are complex, but when welded (and ground down) properly, they can become invisible.

Corner Joints...

• Join two workpieces that meet at an angle 
• Two main types: open corner and closed corner 
• Easily welded with little or no joint preparation 
• Increase travel speed on lighter material to avoid burn-through 

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