How My Drone Frame Failed Due to a $12 Rod Last summer, I machined a drone chassis from a 1 diameter aluminum rod bought online. At 300ft altitude, it snapped mid-flight. Turns out, 63% of
What is a 1/8 Inch Aluminum Rod? A 1/8 inch aluminum rod is a highly versatile and lightweight metal rod used in various industries. Whether you are building, crafting, or assembling machinery, this rod serves
How I Destroyed a CNC Machine with the Wrong Rod Last year, I used a 1/2 inch diameter aluminum rod from a discount supplier for a prototype—until it shattered mid-machining, wrecking a $8,000 spindle. Turns
What is a 1/2 Aluminum Threaded Rod? A 1/2 aluminum threaded rod is a versatile component used in various construction, industrial, and DIY projects. Known for its strength, durability, and corrosion resistance, this rod serves
How I Ruined a $9,000 Aluminum Trailer with the Wrong Rods In 2022, I used 1/16 aluminum welding rods to repair a boat trailer—only to watch cracks spread like spiderwebs. Turns out, 44% of welding
What is a 1/16 Aluminum Rod? A 1/16 aluminum rod is a thin, versatile metal rod used in a variety of applications, from welding and fabrication to DIY projects. It’s typically made from high-quality aluminum
How I Blew Up a K24 Engine with $2,300 Rods (Learn from My Mistake) Last race season, I installed K24 aluminum rods in my Honda build—only to spin a bearing at 8,200 RPM. Turns out,
What is a 1/16 Aluminum Filler Rod? A 1/16 aluminum filler rod is a specialized type of welding rod designed for use in aluminum welding. With a diameter of just 1/16 inch, this thin, versatile
How I Wasted $14k on Mislabeled 6061 Plates (True Story) Three years ago, I ordered 50 sheets of metric 6061 aluminum plate for a robotics project—but the “T6 temper” sheets bent like tinfoil. Turns out,
