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26-01-2014, 15:49

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Re: pic: Weld Testing :D

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Originally Posted by donkehote

What size tubing and what wall thickness is that? Just curious, as I would like to use this test as proof that welded joints are strong enough for FRC. A mentor I know is firmly in the "welds are weaker than bolts" camp.

Very nice piece, and a good test.

If welded properly, the weld should be stronger than the base material.

That's impressive strength on aluminum, I'm kind of surprised it held up with that angled piece doing the bulk of the work.

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