Welding to Steel Deck
Welding to Steel Deck
(OP)
Is there any concern with welding a steel angle to 18 GA deck via fillet weld (1/8")? My initial thought it no since the deck is only .0478" thick. I believe the weld will burn through compromising the strength of the deck.






RE: Welding to Steel Deck
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I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
RE: Welding to Steel Deck
If there is concrete to be placed in the deck then a flat plate with headed studs could be tacked to the underside of the deck.
Another question.....can the deck resist the vertical component of the brace?
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Thank you all for your responses.
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