Hello All:
I just purchased CNC cut fittings from a place called "Icarus" (on the net). I noticed he cut the control horn material (rudder/elevator/aileron) out of 24 ga but the plans call for 22 ga. (slightly thicker). Does anyone see a problem with using his slightly thinner material? What did you use?
Thanks!
Control Horn GA Steel thickness
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Re: Control Horn GA Steel thickness
I used .032. As it gets thinner, I think it'll be more difficult to weld. Check this.....it's for sheet. Tubing is different.
http://www.cousesteel.com/AndysPlace/Ga ... kness.html
http://www.cousesteel.com/AndysPlace/Ga ... kness.html
Re: Control Horn GA Steel thickness
The Icarus fittings are made from 4130. I think that is why they are a bit thinner.
Re: Control Horn GA Steel thickness
Thank you. This makes sense now...
Re: Control Horn GA Steel thickness
PoconoJohn wrote: ↑Mon Jan 24, 2022 5:37 pm I used .032. As it gets thinner, I think it'll be more difficult to weld. Check this.....it's for sheet. Tubing is different.
http://www.cousesteel.com/AndysPlace/Ga ... kness.html
You are right. It's taking a lot of practice to weld the material.