Bevel groove weld symbol
Also called Single-bevel butt weld, Single bevel groove
A bevel groove weld has only one edge bevelled; the other is left square. The arrow points at the member to be bevelled, often with a break in the arrow line.
What the bevel groove weld symbol means
A bevel groove weld has only one edge bevelled; the other is left square. The arrow points at the member to be bevelled, often with a break in the arrow line.
AWS A2.4 and ISO symbols
Single-bevel butt weld. The same bevel, vertical leg on the left, on the solid line for an arrow side weld.
ISO SVGWhere you see it
T and corner joints that need full penetration, and butt joints where only one part can be prepared.
What is written next to it
On the welding symbol, the bevel groove weld carries the groove depth and effective throat to the left, with the root opening and bevel angle.
How it is inspected
Inspection of a bevel groove weld usually covers visual inspection and, for full-penetration joints, ultrasonic testing. Each inspection is recorded against the weld, so the joint can be signed off with its evidence. See the ITR guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the bevel groove weld symbol look like?
On AWS A2.4 drawings: A vertical leg and a sloped leg meeting at the reference line. The vertical leg is always drawn on the left. In ISO 2553: The same bevel, vertical leg on the left, on the solid line for an arrow side weld.
Is the bevel groove weld symbol the same in ISO and AWS?
No. The same bevel, vertical leg on the left, on the solid line for an arrow side weld.
Where is a bevel groove weld used?
T and corner joints that need full penetration, and butt joints where only one part can be prepared.
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