butt weld
/ˈbʌtˌwɛld/
verb
- To join two pieces of metal end to end or edge to edge by welding.
- You need to butt-weld the edges carefully to avoid weak spots.
- The mechanic learned how to butt-weld aluminum panels in his training course.
- The workers will butt-weld the steel beams together to form a single long girder.
noun
- A joint made by welding two pieces of metal end to end or edge to edge without overlapping.
- The plumber inspected the butt-weld on the pipe to ensure it was watertight.
- A strong butt-weld is essential for the structural integrity of the bridge.
- The technician used a special tool to smooth the surface of the butt-weld.