Gas weld aluminum for a horse stand

[jml755]

Have you thought about using modular aluminum extrusions? It's kind of erector set type stuff and is used a lot in industry. Bosch is one mfr, Item is another. You can get it in light duty profiles that I've made stands and tables out of. Great stuff, a little pricey but you can get end caps, etc. to make really professional looking stuff that is light and easy to work with.

I dabble in stick welding and our welders at work are pros (MIG,TIG) but only one of them can weld aluminum and make it look real good as well as sturdy. I'm just thinking that your first attempt might not be "show" quality, if you know what I mean. I know mine wouldn't be.

 

[Kays Supply]

I bought one of these 20+ years ago. I liked it so well I started selling them. It will actually do what they say with some practice. I have welded Aluminum paper thin to 1/2" using different tips. Oh! I no longer sell them so this isn't a sales pitch.Dillon / Henrob 2000 Welding and Cutting Torch