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Re: Tube Versus Channel

We love the 3/16 rivets and have also started standardizing on 10/32 after doing 1/4-20 for years.

We also use hysol for the gussets we don't plan on removing.

Our robots are also mostly constructed from 1x1 tube in both 1/16 and 1/8 thicknesses.

1/8 c-channel is also a great choice for many parts.

I love prototyping with 8020 but we rarely use it for anything other than pneumatic supports that need adjustments.
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