what is the minimum allowable weld size? 1/4 in. what is the maximum allowable weld size? 5/16 in. determine the minimum base metal strength on a kip/in. basis: 8.1 kip/in. determine the maximum weld strength on a kip/in. basis (using the largest allowable weld size) 6.96 kip/in determine the design block shear strength of the gusset plate [ select ] kips. using 9 in. of transverse weld, determine the length of the longitudinal welds required on each side of the channel [ select ]