About the Edge Prep Welding Feature
Edge preparation consists of removing material along edges of metal surfaces. You must prepare edges for welding when parts and assemblies require certain strength. To achieve full welding penetration, you must cut the edges of the metal. The weld replaces the removed material and makes a complete bridge between the joining parts.
The following types of edge preparation are available:
 —One side root opening |
 —Both sides root opening |
 —Bevel angle cut |
 —Bevel angle cut with root opening |
 —V angle cut |
 —V angle cut with root opening |
Edge preparation is only possible for certain weld types. For example, root opening preparation is available for square groove or butt, V groove or butt, bevel groove or butt, U groove or butt, J groove or butt, flare V groove or butt, and flare bevel groove or butt welds. Angle cut preparation is available for V groove or butt and bevel groove or butt welds.