Cutout Geometry and Plate Thickness

When the profile penetrates the plate / profile perpendicularly the shape of the cutout is independent of the plate thickness, in other cases not.

In cases of inclined passing it is normally only the parts of cutouts that are welded against the profile (section) that require action. The system offers the following three possibilities.

1. The geometry of the cutout is not affected by the plate thickness.

2. The cutout is made bigger so that the profile may penetrate the plate without interference even in case of a tight connection, see the figure below.

   

   Figure 1:1. Cutout made bigger to prevent interference with profile.

3. The cutout contour is supposed to be bevelled to create a tight connection against the profile, see the figure below.

   

   Figure 1:2. Cutout being bevelled to prevent interference with profile.