Excessive weld reinforcement

Excessive weld reinforcement - Welding defects

Figure 1: Excessive weld reinforcement.

Defect name: Excessive weld reinforcement
Record No.: 889
Type of defect (Internal/Surface): Surface
Defect classification: Welding defects
Steel name: Steel
Steel composition in weight %: No data.
Note: The amount a groove weld extends beyond the surface of the plate (excessive, insufficient, improper contour).
Definition: Specifically defined standard.
Typically, Flush to 1/16”(pipe) or flush to 1/8” (plate or structural shapes).
Cause: Travel speed too slow, amperage too low Prevention: Set amperage and travel speed on scrap plate.
Repair: Remove excessive reinforcement and feather weld toes to a smooth transition to the base plate.
Reference: Not shown in this demonstration version.