> However as far as welding goes, rebar CAN be welded, but it takes a
special
technique, and requires some knowledge of the bar material and the right
welding rod. This isn't a "get the old buzz box out and tack everything
together" kind of operation. And, as always with structural kinds of
things, you need to talk to your local regulators.
It's been my experience that rebar in tower bases isn't usually
'structural'. It's primary purpose is to hold the concrete together while it
cures to prevent cracks in it. Rebar schedules are in the drawings for each
tower
so be sure to follow them.
BTW rebar comes in # sizes; i.e. #4, #6, etc. This refers to 1/8 inch
increments. For example, #4 is 4/8ths or 1/2 inch; #6 is 6/8ths or 3/4 inch.
Cheers,
Steve K7LXC
TOWER TECH
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