glossary

A test in which a specimen is bent to a specified bendradius

A crack with its major axis orientation approximately parallel to the weld axis

Steels containing small amounts of alloying elements (usually 1«% to 5% total alloy content) which drastically improves their properties.

A non-filler metal electrode used in arc welding and cutting, consisting of a carbon or graphite rod, which may be coated with copper or other materials.

The distance from the root of the joint to the toe of the fillet weld.