Welds in Aluminum
Welds in Aluminum
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How do you calculate the strength of fillet weld while welding two aluminum members? I need to weld an 4x4x1/2" angle to a rectangular base plate. Both the angle and rectangular base plate are Aluminum alloy 6061-T6 with ASTM Designation B209. I looked on AASHTO LRFD Section for aluminum but it does not say much about weld strength.
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RE: Welds in Aluminum
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RE: Welds in Aluminum
As noted in another response, there is usually a degradation of the mechanical properties in the "as welded" condition when compared to the "as wrought" condition. In some cases it may be as little as 10%, but in other cases it can be 40%. The designer must consider the properties in the "as welded" condition in their design assumptions.
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RE: Welds in Aluminum
RE: Welds in Aluminum
RE: Welds in Aluminum
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RE: Welds in Aluminum
My solution to this whole issue is to talk architects out of specifying aluminum handrails/guardrails when painted or galvanized steel will suffice at a much lower cost with higher strength and durability.