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Base for extruded tube !

Base for extruded tube !

Base for extruded tube !

(OP)
Folks,

I am looking for a moulded base that would allow a rigid extruded tube to stand vertical. This would be similar to a flag pole base (Pole foot).

The OD of the tube is approx 30mm, 0.5 wall thickness.

I hope to find one 'off the shelf' before I have to approach an injection moulder. Volume is quite high, 20k per annum. I have found some 'end-cap' types but these are unstable. The OD of the base would have to be 150mm or thereabouts.

Appreciate any help.

Speedy

RE: Base for extruded tube !

What material do you need for the base?
Any better dimensions on the base, 4 bolt, height, etc.?

The make all types of Al and SS base for railings both for buildings and boats.


RE: Base for extruded tube !

(OP)
unclesyd,

Ideally the material should be a hard plastic, ht appox. 4 cm.

Regards,
Speedy

RE: Base for extruded tube !

Went to check on a local molding company that did produce a product similar to your needs.  As quite a lot of others they have closed their doors.  
They made a  product that was a base for aerial displays  for a company that made or used  fireworks.   I believe it was made a material similar to ABS and was made in several sizes to support the cardboard tubes with aerial bombs when firing.   
I would have no idea on where to look as all the fireworks are now imported.

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