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Fit-up

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Fit-up is often used to refer to the manner in which two members are brought together to be welded, such as the actual space or any clearance or alignment between two members to be welded. Proper fit-up is important if a good weld is to be made. Tacking, clamping or fixturing is often done to ensure proper fit-up. Where it applies, base metal must be beveled correctly and consistently. Also, any root openings or joint angles must be consistent for the entire length of a joint. An example of poor fit-up can be too large of a root opening in a V-groove butt weld.[1]

References

  1. http://www.millerwelds.com/interests/instructors/pdf/Glossary.pdf