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>> I= 1.4, where t, is as defined for mitre and convex fillets, RS) N WELDING TECHNOLOGY Issue 0191 15TWI ‘THE WELDING INSTITUTE If an asymmetrical fillet weld is required, both leg lengths are specified and t, is taken as the minimum throat dimension. Deep penetration fillet weld With high current density processes, e.g. submerged arc and MIG (spray). penetration along the joint line can be produced. This gives an increase in throat thickness with no change in leg length. WELDING TECHNOLOGY 1.6 Issue 0191TWI Cia ‘THE WELDING INSTITUTE THE DUTIES OF THE WELDING INSPECTOR VISUAL INSPECTION At any point in the course of welding, i.e. tacking, root pass, filler pass or capping pass, but particularly for the root and cap, a detailed inspection may be required. British Standard 5289 : 1976 gives guidance on tools and responsibilities together with sketches of typical defects. The inspector at this point must - a) observe, identify and perhaps record the features of the weld. b) decide whether the weld is acceptable in terms of the particular levels which are permitted; defect levels may be ‘in-house’ or National Codes of Practice. When the defect size is in excess of the permitted level then either a concession must be applied for (from a competent person) or the weld rejected. CODE OF PRACTICE FOR VISUAL INSPECTION A code of practice for an inspection department could take the form outlined below. It is appreciated that full implementation of the code would be extremely costly and therefore it may be necessary to reduce the amount of inspection to less than is theoretically required. AIDS OF VISUAL INSPECTION Mlumination: Good lighting is essential Inspection lenses: The magnification should not exceed 2-2’ diameters. If higher magnification is required use a binocular microscope. Optical viewing devices area progressive development from the use of a hand torch and mirror, frequently with the addition of a magnifier and light source. In order to achieve accessibility probe units are available down to a diameter, properties for which are: 1. Large field of vision. 2. Freedom from distortion of image. 3. Accurate preservations of colour values. 4. Adequacy of illumination. WELDING TECHNOLOGY Issue 0197 24