Which Metal? Steel Or Aluminum
We use aluminum or steel for bodies of the robot.
In this article I will examine the two materials.
Aluminum Advantages
- Easy to work
- Light
Disadvantages
- Not for welding, for welding some special systems needed (TIG welding).
- Aliminum Laser cutting is harder than other metals.
- Not resistant to big impacts. It can bend.
- Tapped holes can be easily stripped.
Steel Advantages
- Hard
- Easily weld (It’s big advantage)
Disadvantages
- Heavy
- Harder drilling when compared with aluminum.