Problems Associated With

Incorrect Weld Joint Fit Up

Root Problems
Gap size too large:

a) excess penetration b) burnthrough

c) shrinkage grooves d) gas entrapment

Root Problems
Gap size too small:
1) incomplete penetration

2) incomplete root fusion 3) incomplete side wall fusion

4) slag inclusions 5) root concavity

 Root Problems
Root face too large:

a) incomplete root penetration b) incomplete root fusion

Root Problems
Root face too small:

1) excessive penetration 2) burnthrough

3) root concavity 4) root undercut

Included Angle Too large

a) excess penetration b) incomplete filled groove

 Fillet Welds
Gap size too large:

2) slag inclusions
1) reduced root penetration

3) gas inclusions

4) reduced vertical 5) cracking

leg length size
 Included Angle Too Small
1) incomplete root penetration 2) incomplete interun fusion

3) incomplete root fusion 4) incomplete sidewall fusion

6) poor toe blend

5) excessive cap

7) slag inclusions