In a message dated 1/9/03 11:49:47 AM Eastern Standard Time, miket@rio.edu
writes:
<< Butt weld or overlap with a flange? >>
A overlap is better if your welding skills are not fully developed. This way
only one edge is exposed during welding. The down side is that both sides
must be welded or the back sealed to prevent water from rusting the joint.
The butt weld is more difficult to weld since you are welding two edges ( the
metal tends to heat up and melt faster from a edge) It is also more difficult
to cut the metal to fit, the tighter joint you have, the less difficulty you
will have welding.
Harold
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