62 Welding Technology and Design

(f) Single U-groove applies to butt and corner joints. U-groove joint consumes
less weld metal and gives reduced distortion. U-groove can be successfully
applied to thickness range of 19 mm. The weld metal width is uniform.
Because of rounded bottom at the root, it is easier to achieve a better side
wall fusion at the root than in the V-groove type of weld.
(g) Double U-groove joint is suitable only for butt joint. It is economical for
plate thicknesses greater than 38 mm and has all the advantages of single
U-groove joint.
(h) Single J-groove joint may be used for butt, Tee and corner joints. It is
applicable particularly when the thickness exceeds 19 mm. The common
root opening angle is 15 to 25 deg.
(i) Double J-groove joint is capable of withstanding loads of all types in heavy
plates. This joint is recommended when the thickness is more than 38 mm.
Figure 1.26 gives summary of different types of edge preparation for various
welding processes.

1.4.2.4 Fillet welded joint

Though fillet weld may require more filler metal than groove welds the edges for
the fillet welded joints are very simple to prepare and to fit up. Figure 1.27 shows
the different fillet weld joints. The following are considered in fillet welded joint.

Fig. 1.27 Combined groove and fillet joint