Thank you very much Ad Hoc, The mast is a standard mast extrusion. The Al. graded can only be guessed as you did. The must is old and the maker...
Hello all, is Al Plate Grade 5083 suitable to make a Mast Foot welded to an Al mast? The 5083 is the only available plate where I am and want to...
I had a welding splitting like a piece of glass as soon as the rod was lifted. It was a "fat" weld between two 1" DIA bars side by side. I...
Thank you Alan, your post lead to learn that there are a number of issues when welding these materials. Here is about Sigma Phase Embrittlement of...
I'm not a pro steel worker, just want to do it right when I have to weld SS. My question implies, as you say, is there anything to gain or achieve...
Some time back I heard that SS welding should be quenched. I vaguely remember is to avoid precipitation of atoms or some thing of the like. I did...
No offense taken, I have limits of knowledge in this regard. That's why I'm asking. The beams role will change when the new frame is in place....
Hello Ad Hoc, thank you so much for your input. To explain the function of this Al tubing and the way it attaches to the mast, is rather complex...
Hello all, I need to compare the compression capability of Al tubing. Specs require 2M long x 130mm Dia x 6mm wall (6.5f x 5" x 1/4"). BUT,...
Hello to you all, I want to make a safety net across the two bows. The net size is 2M x 2.5M (7' x 9') and made with woven ropes (no knots) 50mm...
Thanks PAR, much appreciate your input! The boat belongs to an old yachty who is getting too old to sail. The boat owner is valuating the pro and...
