New Mexico Pipe Fitter Journeyman (JPF) Practice Exam

How many weld locations does a socket weld fitting have?

1. One

2. Two

3. Three

4. Four

The correct answer is: Two

A socket weld fitting has two weld locations. This design allows one end of the pipe to be inserted into the fitting, creating a socket where the connection is made. Once the pipe is fitted into the socket, a weld is applied around the circumference of the fitting, as well as at the end joint where the pipe meets the fitting. The first weld is made where the pipe enters the fitting’s socket, ensuring a secure connection. The second weld is formed at the external joint where the fitting itself meets the pipe. The structure of socket weld fittings is such that this method of joining provides strong, reliable connections suitable for many applications, particularly in systems that operate at high pressures. Other options do not accurately represent the number of weld locations, as they either underestimate or overestimate the joints required for a proper socket weld connection.