Weld Gap Options
- Last UpdatedFeb 14, 2025
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Use the Weld Gap Options part of the Weld Gap Config window to define the weld handling information.
If required, modify the values in the SHOP, FIELD and SITE fields to define the weld specification for each weld type.
Use the Create Welds for Socket Weld Fitting from Spec check box to create welds for the socket welding fittings from the specification.
If required, modify the values in the SHOP, FIELD and SITE fields to define the weld specification for each weld type.
Click to select the If component is Out of Spec, use the same source check box to use the same source if the component is out of specification.
Use the Welds for Fitting to Fitting Connection part of the Weld Gap Options tab to specify the weld type for fitting welds.
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Do Not Create Welds |
Welds are not created for Fitting to Fitting connections. |
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Welds with Zero Weld Gap |
Welds are created in the model with a gap length set to zero. |
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Welds with Weld Gap from Spec or Weld Gap Table |
Welds are created and have a physical length, the weld fittings change position accordingly. |
The Welds for Slip-On Flanges part of the Weld Gap Options tab, specifies the weld type for slip-on flanges.
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Inner Weld |
A weld is created on the inner surface of the connection. |
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Inner/Outer Welds |
Welds are created on both the inner and outer surfaces of the connection. |
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From Spec |
Welds are created for Slip-On-Flanges from the currently selected specification. |
Click Apply to modify the weld gap options, click Dismiss to close the Weld Gap Table window.
The gap weld values are used as a Design Parameter when welds are added to the 3D model.