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Nozzle Angle:
This refers to the position of the welding torch in relation to the joint. The
transverse angle is usually one half the included angle between plates forming the joint. The
longitudinal angle is the angle between the centre line of the welding torch and a line
perpendicular to the axis of the weld. The longitudinal angle is generally called the Nozzle Angle
and can be either trailing (pulling) or leading (pushing).
Whether the operator is left handed or right handed has to be considered to realize the effects of
each angle in relation to the direction of travel.
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Horizontal Butt Weld
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Horizontal Fillet Weld
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Vertical Fillet Welds
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Overhead Fillet Weld
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