In welding drawings, what does the welding symbol indicate on the location of the weld?

• A. The symbol identifies the weld type (fillet, groove, etc.), size, and sometimes process; the leader denotes the weld location.
• B. The symbol indicates the color to be used on the weld.
• C. The symbol shows the finish grade of the surrounding metal.
• D. The symbol identifies the inspector's name.

Answer: (A)

Welding symbols tell you what weld to apply and where it goes. The symbol identifies the weld type (like fillet or groove) and its size, and it may also indicate the welding process or other requirements. The leader line or arrow points to the exact location on the joint where the weld is to be made. So the symbol’s purpose is to convey both the weld type/size and the weld location. Details like color, the finish grade of the surrounding metal, or the inspector’s name aren’t shown in the welding symbol; those would appear in notes or specifications instead.