I'm welding up a frame for an outdoor storage box out of 6061 Aluminum and
4043 filler. The frame is 1" by .125 angle. My question is that I initially tack the joints and then go back and weld. The tacks seem to be quite weak. I note that though the 6061 is strong, the 4043 filler is actually quite ductile and does not appear to be all that strong. Fortunately, it is not a structural application but I'm surprised that the joints may not appear all that strong. I'm welding the whole joint on the outside of the angle and only partial welds inside as my welding skills are not good enough to do a good job. I am learning a lot though. Anything else I should be doing?Dynasty 200DX
125 amps 4043 fillerThanks
Barry