Looking for anodized aluminum pipe

[Chaos]

isn't anodized pipe very difficult to weld? just a thought if your thinking about doing the work yourself.

[doug7488]

The anodization needs to be ground away in the vicinity of the weld.

[PipeDreamsMarine]

The anodization needs to be ground away in the vicinity of the weld.

I disagree.. the right welding machine and the right welder and its not a problem

[Old'sCool]

PDM..What machine do you use???

[cc]

I agree with pipedreams. As as fabricator, we build many aluminum objects from polished and unpolished material, weld it, and then have it anodized after fabrication. But if you are not worried about the material corroding in the heat affected zone (where you weld), you can weld over the anodic coating on preanodized material. The high frequency will clean the puddle while you weld.

[PipeDreamsMarine]

PDM..What machine do you use???

Dynasty 300Dx..True Blue baby.... like an old ho.. more money, less heat....