What determines the groove size when flanges are joined?
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On which specific standard?
Select from GB/T985-2008
The groove shape is determined based on your company’s equipment and the welding methods used, with the goal of ensuring proper penetration.
It is based on the unit’s welding procedure qualification.
Choose the pattern based on the plate thickness – X-shaped, double V-shaped, or V+U-shaped, etc. Keep two principles in mind: ensure full penetration and pass non-destructive testing； Minimize deformation as much as possible ；
Choose the pattern based on the plate thickness – X-shaped, double V-shaped, or V+U-shaped, etc. Keep two principles in mind: ensure full penetration and pass non-destructive testing； Minimize deformation as much as possible ；