Limitations on Plug and Slot Weld Dimensions

Prohibited types of joints and welds plug weld and slot weld In welded construction for buildings approximately 80% of the welds are fillet welds and 15% are butt welds The remaining 5% are plug, slot and spot welds plug and slot weld symbol Slot and Plug Symbol Slot and plug welds are made when holes are created in one material and then welded to another by filling the holes with weld metal

plug or slot weld Most common joints are made up of fillet weld or the butt weld Plug and slot welds are not generally used in structural steel work Fig