lap splice

lap splice

A splice made by placing one piece on top of another and fastening them together with pins, nails, screws, bolts, rivets, or similar devices. See also: splice

lap splice

1. A connection of reinforcing steel made by lapping the ends of bars. 2. A splice made by placing one piece on top of another and fastening together with pins, nails, screws, bolts, rivets, or similar contrivances.