Welding on a tank seam?

Deep South · Posted: Sat Dec 17 16 5:01 am Post subject: Welding on a tank seam?

I'm trying to lay out the door cutout for a vertical offset tank build (120 gallon compressor tank). I have read that I need to stay at least 1" away from the factory weld seams with all my cuts. I will be using a 48"x1/8" piano hinge for my door. Is it OK if my door hinge welding is directly on the factory seam welding???
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gandrfab · Posted: Sat Dec 17 16 10:45 pm Post subject:

Yes you can, you can even grind it smooth.
It's not a presser vessel anymore.

Maniac · BBQ Super Pro Joined: 02 Oct 2010 Posts: 2432 Location: Pa

should be no problem if you think you can get a good seal after your done with the door.
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k.a.m. · Posted: Tue Dec 20 16 7:45 am Post subject:

You can cut that close as long as you have room to seal you will be fine as Maniac stated.
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