slot weld

slot weld

[′slät ‚weld] (metallurgy) Similar to plug weld, but the hole is elongated and may extend to the edge of a member without closing.

slot weld

A weld between two members, one containing an elongated hole through which the other member is exposed; the hole is completely or partially filled with weld metal, thereby joining the two members; one end of the hole may be open.