Glossary
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| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Base Metal | When referred to in reference to welding, the base metal is the part that all other parts are welded to. It can also be referred as the parent metal.
Hits - 1622 |
| Bead | A narrow ridge of metal used to strengthen a flat sheet metal workpiece or part.
Hits - 1923 Synonyms -
dart, rib |