Posted: Sep 23, 2005 11:05 am Post subject: building a tower need some info on material
Im going to be starting construction on a tower for my boat and need to know what material would work best for bending and welding.Im looking to use either 6061-T6 tubing or 6063-T6 pipe the 6061 is cheaper and more availabe
but Im not sure how bend friendly it is.Thanks in advance,Dan
6061 will bend fine, but not 6061 T6. 6061 is the alloy and the T6 is the temper. You will have problems bending it as it will be brittle and have the chance to crack. Go with a 6063 T52 this will bend and weld fine. If you can't find a T52 go with 6063. Hope the info helps. _________________ http://www.xmpinc.com
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