Strength of Mild Steel 1/16" Wall Tubing

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The discussion focuses on the strength and load-bearing capacity of mild steel 1/16" wall tubing being used as an extension over another tube. Key questions include the diameters of the tubing, the specific material properties, the lengths of both tubes, and the type of load (point, distributed, or moment) that will be applied to the extension. Additionally, the support method for the first tube is crucial for determining the extension's capacity. More detailed specifications are necessary to provide an accurate assessment of how much weight the extension can handle before bending. Understanding these factors is essential for ensuring structural integrity in the application.
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I am working with mild steel 1/16" wall tubing. I am sleeving this over another tube to extend it. The attachment point is 12" past the end of the sleeved tube. How much weight can the extention tube handle before it would bend?
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More information is needed.

What are the diameters of the tubing?
Mild steel is a pretty vague material spec. What material is this tubing actually fabricated from?
How long are both tubes?
What sort of load is going to be put on the extension? Point load, distributed load, moment, what?
How is the first tube supported?
 

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