Device for checking a weld bead
AssigneeEuropean Welding Group sprl
InventorRaffaele VALENTE
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Abstract
Devices and methods comprise at least one gauge for inspecting weld seams comprising a plurality of cutouts: a square cutout, a rectangular cutout, a concave cutout with a protuberance; and a straight edge ending with a protruding part. The devices and methods make it possible to inspect the compliance of a weld bead with various quality standards, without taking measurements, or referring to said standards.
Claims12
A device configured for inspecting at least one flaw of a weld bead relative to a welding quality standard, the device comprises a plurality of gauges positioned on one or several elements of the device, the plurality of gauges comprising:
- a) at least one first gauge made of a square cutout;
- b) at least one second gauge made of a first concave cutout comprising a pilot point extending toward an outside of the first concave cutout;
- c) at least one third gauge made of a rectangular cutout;
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- d) at least one fourth gauge made of a straight edge and a protruding part positioned at one end of the straight edge.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.