Welding W716

[tracer]

Would their be any issue welding the ends on the W716 instead of rivets. I have the capability to weld aluminum. -- Tracer

 

[DanH]

Don't recall the tube material. 2024 doesn't weld very well, and 6061-T6 would become 6061-0.

It's a proven primary control component with zero failures as designed. Rivet it, per plans.

 

[randyintejas]

2024 Aluminum
Copper is the main alloying ingredient in 2024. It is very strong compared to most aluminum alloys, and has average machinability, but the copper component of this alloy makes it susceptible to corrosion (many items in this alloy are produced with a clad surface to protect the underlying material.) In addition, 2024 is not considered to be weldable.

Finally, the fatigue resistance of 2024 make it a primary choice when the application is expected to be under stress or strain for prolonged periods. It is commonly used in aerospace applications.

6061 Aluminum
6061 Aluminum is, by most any measure, the most commonly used aluminum alloy. It is specified in most any application due to its strength, heat treatability, comparatively easy machining, and weldability. If that were not enough, it is also capable of being anodized, adding a layer of protection for finished parts.

The main alloy ingredients of 6061 aluminum are magnesium and silicon.

I TIG also and have used it a couple of times to fix problems during the build but only with 6061! Use 5554 (higher shear strength) or 4043 filler

 

[tracer]

Rivets it is

This was my first post, I want to thank you for the quick reply.

Tracer