Horizontal weld

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A horizontal weld is a bead or butt welding process with its linear direction horizontal or inclined at an angle less than 45^o to the horizontal, and the parts welded being vertically or approximately vertically disposed.^[1]

Horizontal welding can be used on most types of joints. The most common types of joints it is used on are tee joints, lap joints, and butt joints.^[2]

References

1. http://www.weldguru.com/welding-terminology.html
2. http://www.sweethaven.com/sweethaven/BldgConst/Welding/lessonmain.asp?lesNum=7&modNum=5

Spec Sheets

Click the following links to view spec sheets about welding.

• Bug-O Systems: Four Fabulous Fill-It Welders from Bug-O!