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Groove Angle: This is the included angle or total angle of a groove weld.
Contour Symbol: This is the shape or contour of the finished weld.
Shown as a straight or curved line.
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Pitch of the Weld: This indicates the distance from the center of one
weld segment to the center of the next.
Field Weld Symbol: Used when the weld is to be made away from the
shop.
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