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End connections for tube

End connections for tube

End connections for tube

(OP)
What is the recommended end connection for a tube that is taking a compressive load? It is better to thread the inside for a taper thread or use shear bolts?

Is there any guidance on this?

thanks

John

RE: End connections for tube

Put a flat end-plate on the tube, like a column baseplate.  End-plate bolts are now just to locate the plate, and are in neither shear nor tension.

RE: End connections for tube

(OP)

I meant for a clevis type joint on the end

RE: End connections for tube

Put the "ear" of the clevis in the center of the baseplate, Keep the baseplate thick enough to not deform under the compression load.  Pretty standard detail.

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