Anodizing aluminum weld
Anodizing aluminum weld
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I'm working on a concept that involves welding some aluminum plate to aluminum tubing (something like the attached.
The concern I've got is that I am going to be hard anodizing the assembly once it's all said and done. I've done some digging and found cautions regarding minor discoloration (which I am ok with), but I am more concerned about any structural impact or potential pitfalls that may be involved in going this route.
Does anyone have any experience with this?
The concern I've got is that I am going to be hard anodizing the assembly once it's all said and done. I've done some digging and found cautions regarding minor discoloration (which I am ok with), but I am more concerned about any structural impact or potential pitfalls that may be involved in going this route.
Does anyone have any experience with this?
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RE: Anodizing aluminum weld
If you weld aluminium and then anodize, the welds will be visible. Do not use the yield strengths from the handbooks, particularly for heat treated aluminium.
Lincoln Electric has a FAQ on aluminium welding.
RE: Anodizing aluminum weld