Weld metal deposit

[imtiyaz]

Question is, what is the formula for calculating weld metal deposit for v groove and J groove of pipe joint? where, "x" is angle of groove, "t" is thicknes of pipe, "d" is outside diameter of pipe. in case any more variable is required please assume it.

 

[Boobaloo]

Refer to the Welding Procedure Handbook published by Lincoln Welding. It will answer all your questions re welding.

 

[imtiyaz]

thanks Boobaloo
i have checked up this book but was not available in stores. if you have and just write up the method, it would be a great help to me.
thanks once again.
imtiyaz

 

the handbooks are available at most welding/gas supply shops

 

[flyer]

Take a look at

http://www.sterlingwelddata.com

He has a nice little estimating program that will do exactly what you want.