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Dominic Palazzola
 
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thanks alot for the replies. I just have a torch to use maybe map gas is
better then propane, can I braze with just a torch and can I braze in my
basement? I checked with the steel place and they said the 1" stock is an
1/8" thick not sure what gauge that is. im making a drum sander so I would
guess the total weight will be 75 lbs. maybe lighter.
basically its going to be a 32" high table by about 30" wide and 48" long.
thanks again
Dom


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hi
I need to put together a 1" square tube 14 ga. stand. since I cant weld
will silver solder work or do I need to find a welder?
thanks
Dom


Dom,

It might be helpful to know what this stand is to be used for. If holding
a vase of silk flowers, then silver solder should be fine. If to support a
heavy machine, or in any application where a person might get injured if
the joints failed, I'd say weld it.

Regards,
Michael