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Type of Aluminum Sheet Metal Needed For Decking and Flooring
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<blockquote data-quote="drn1617" data-source="post: 414456" data-attributes="member: 20964"><p>I am using 5052 1/8 (.125) on my build.. I just purchased 1 sheet 6x4 and 3 sheets 5x4 for about $380. I also got a sheet 8x4 in 12 gauge (.90) also 5052 for about $90 to build my console so I was able to compare if 12 gauge would have been enough and I think it would all depend on the amount of support you had under it. I don't think I would use it on a casting deck but if you used it on the floor with foam to support it like dearl said I think you would be fine. I would definitely use 5052 over T6061 because its easier to cut, bend, weld, and work with in a marine application due to it being a bit softer. (these are just my opinions) good luck with the build!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="drn1617, post: 414456, member: 20964"] I am using 5052 1/8 (.125) on my build.. I just purchased 1 sheet 6x4 and 3 sheets 5x4 for about $380. I also got a sheet 8x4 in 12 gauge (.90) also 5052 for about $90 to build my console so I was able to compare if 12 gauge would have been enough and I think it would all depend on the amount of support you had under it. I don't think I would use it on a casting deck but if you used it on the floor with foam to support it like dearl said I think you would be fine. I would definitely use 5052 over T6061 because its easier to cut, bend, weld, and work with in a marine application due to it being a bit softer. (these are just my opinions) good luck with the build! [/QUOTE]
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