Arc Welding

A fusion welding process that uses electricity to generate the heat needed to melt
the base metals.
back-gouging
The removal of weld metal and base metal from the side opposite of a partially welded joint to
facilitate complete joint penetration.
bevel-groove weld
A type of groove weld with one edge shaped like the V-groove weld and one edge that is square.
This weld requires less preparation and weld metal.
butt joint
A type of joint between two metal parts that lie in the same plane. A butt joint is the most common
joint type.
chipping
The act of cutting or breaking small pieces, or chips, with an edged tool.
complete joint penetration
The penetration by the weld metal throughout the full thickness of the base metal in a joint with a
groove weld.
concave
Curving inward like the inside of a bowl. Many fillet welds have concave faces.
convex
Curving outward like the exterior part of a circle. Many fillet welds have convex faces.