WELDING

DRAWINGS
Definition
A welding drawing is a detailed multiview
drawing showing all the parts welded
together.
The graphic representation of welded
parts is shown by welding symbols. The
weldment is not shown, but the joint lines
are shown.
The welding symbols give all the
information necessary for the welder to
fasten the parts together using one the
welding techniques.
Welded joints
Weld Symbols
Each type of weld is characterized by a
basic symbol derived from its section
shape.
Supplementary symbols are usually
used to specify the contour of the weld,
whether the welding is performed in the
field or in the shop, or if it is applied all
around the welded part.
The weld symbol consists of
eight parts which are as follow:
1. Reference line
2. Leader line
3. Basic weld symbol (location/depth of weld)
4. Finish symbol
5. Weld symbol (type of weld)
6. Dimensions
7. Supplementary symbols
8. Tail and specification
Supplementary weld symbols:

The weld symbol is attached to the horizontal portion of the
leader line, called the reference line, see figure below.
The text height is 3 mm.
The arrow points to the area to be welded.
The tail is used when a specification is made to the weld symbol.
Supplementary weld
symbols:
A. A weld symbol is centered and placed below the reference
line if the weld is on the same side as the arrow.
B. A weld symbol is centered and placed above the reference
line if the weld is on the opposite side as the arrow.
C. A weld symbol is centered and placed above and below the
reference line if the weld is to be on both sides of the joint.
D. A weld symbol is placed at the intersection of the leader and
the reference lines if the weld is to be all-around the joint.
E. When the welding process is to take place in the field or on
the site of assembly, a special symbol in the form of a flag is
used.
F. The melt-through symbol is used when there is to be 100%
penetration of the weld from one side all the way through the
joint.
G. The backer or spacer material symbol is used when
small extra piece is to be added between the parts to
be welded.
H. Contours symbols are used to represent welds that are
machined. Horizontal lines for flush contours, arcs for
convex or concave contours. Methods of finishing are
represented by the following letter designations, placed
above or below the contour symbol: G- grinding, C-
chipping, M-machining, R-rolling, and H-hammering.
I. If a joint is to be prepared prior to welding, such as
machined, then the leader line is bent.