Thanks for the replys. With regard to tapering the leg i did raper a bit on either side where i knew it would be easy to get my torch in though i agree i could go with more for better strength. My main concern is if its possible or likely i’ll see a failure from overheating the part. They came out o...

I have a syncrowave 210 and i know 1/4” aluminum is listed as the limit for amperage availability. With preheating ive been able to tig 1/4” without too much trouble (all non load bearing simple hobby stuff) my question is today i had need to make some cleats for a boat out of 3/4” round stock. I di...