2x6 build

[Mr. Red Maple]

Hey everyone. I am looking to build a 2x6 arch for next year. I was wondering what you guys have used for thickness of angle iron and steel for the sides. If anyone has any pictures or designs that would be much appreciated!

[pyro]

I'm also planning the same - but smaller, a 2x3 or 2x4. From the reading I have done on this site it seems the minimum to use is 1-1/4 x 1/8 angle. Seems most people are using 1-1/2 (may also be more common). 1/4" thick seems overkill, so seems 3/16" is a great compromise.

People are using anything from 10 ga to 20 ga. I'm planning to use 18 ga but I think I can get a good deal on 14 ga. Ignoring firebrick the sheet metal weight can add up quickly which is important for my design which I will move/store each season.

I hope to post my plans for review soon.

[Burnt sap]

Don't skip the fire brick it will help keep the heat off your legs.

[BobMac]

Pyro /mr.red maple

try this thread from Brian Kloepfer , has dimensions and everything.
copied it for a 2x3 I used 2x2x1/4 for the fire box because thats what was the cheapest
for me but other have used 1 1/2 x1 1/2 x 1/8 make sure to insulate and firebrick it
I used 1 inch ceramic wool and split firebrick and it still get hot !
http://mapletrader.com/community/showthread.php?8805-2x6-homemade-arch

[Bucket Head]

I wouldn't use anything thinner than 3/16" angle. My homemade arch is framed and has legs that 1/4". If theres any chance of larger pans down the road and stretching the arch is needed 1/4" will add strength. Grates, bricks and pans full of sap and syrup all add up to a lot weight. And sturdy framing will help prevent any "tweaking" that might happen from moving each season. The insulation is a must. That will protect the sides from burning/rusting out. The bricks are needed to protect the insulation when firing. My bricks are not cemented in for moving purposes and they don't crack being allowed to "move" a little bit.
Good luck with the build.

[Bernie/MA]

I've got a bunch of house water/steam radiators if you're gonna need grates. I'm in north-central MA.

[MunsterMapler]

I used all 2x2x3/16 angle on my build
http://mapletrader.com/community/showthread.php?26699-2x5-arch-build&highlight=2x5+arch+build
I think this is a link to pics of what I built if it helps

[DocsMapleSyrup]

I used 2x2x3/16. I would not go with 1/8" as the firebox heat is pretty severe and I've seen warping and twisting of a previous arch of my neighbors with 1/8" steel.