Which joint would be stronger? I know which would look nicer but is there a difference in the strength? I'm building a cart that will be 2'D X 4'W X 3.5'H. Bottom frame will be 1"x2" aluminum 6061 T6.
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If that is angle you are showing, coped or 45'd would be fine.......
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What is the cart for and how strong does it need to be? If it doesn't need to critically strong then I would go for pretty.
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Which is stronger? Well, kinda neither. You are better off doing a fully open corner joint. Pretty easy joint to weld nicely too.
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Oh, I missed that those drawings were square tubing. The copped joint is stronger.
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The top joint with 45 degree angles is definitely stronger.
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