Class B Continuous Weld

Product Form

Rolled steel structural plates, sections, and built-up members.

Crack Location

At a long welded attachment (in the direction of Sr), away from the weld end.

Dimensional requirements

Butt weld with full penetration and no backing strip.

Manufacturing requirements

Weld reinforcement dressed flush.

Note: Finish machining is in the direction of Sr. The significance of flaws is determined with the aid of specialist advice, and a fracture mechanics analysis. To ensure the detection of such significant flaws, select the non-destructive testing (NDT) technique. We recommend that you use this type only for exceptional circumstances.