Exam 10: Welding Symbols and Abbreviations

When a(n) ____________________ symbol is used, an abbreviation for the method of finish may be included.

Certain operations require a specific welding process, a particular type of electrode, or other information necessary to complete the weld.

In the standard welding system, the ____ connects the reference line to the joint or area to be welded.

The phrase ____ symbol refers to the symbol for a specific type of weld.

Applying the letter "____" to a contour symbol signifies any method of finish may be used.

In the standard welding system, the _____ line is used to apply weld symbols and other data.

Welds not made in the shop are identified as ____ welds.

All letters shown on prints represent letter designations or abbreviations.

The vertical leg of the fillet weld symbol is always shown drawn to the ____ of the slanted side of the symbol.

To save drafting time and to reduce drafting costs, it is common practice to designate similar welds by additional (multiple) arrows, or by an indication placed in the tail of the symbol.

The standard welding symbol consists of ____.

The abbreviation for each welding process ends with the letter ____________________.

The phrase ____________________ symbol refers to the total symbol including all information added to it to specify the weld(s) required.

When weld symbols are placed on both sides of the reference line, the welds can be made on either side of the joint.

In the standard welding system, the ____ is added only when needed for the purpose of including a specification process or other reference.

A(n) ____________________ describes an edge preparation with a sharp or "feather" edge or with a root face or "land."

A standard welding symbol and weld symbols have been developed by the American Welding Society (AWS).

The term "____" indicates removal of weld metal and base metal from the other side of a partially welded joint.

When the letters "____" are found in the tail of the arrow, a complete joint penetration weld is required regardless of the type of weld or joint preparation that is used.

When a weld symbol is placed on the reference line on the lower side of the line, the weld must be made on the ____ side of the joint.