On 05/09/16 16:32, Tim+ wrote:
Mike Perkins wrote:
I'm trying to source a steel disk of 50mm or slightly greater where I
can weld a nut in the centre and retains an element of rigidity.

I'm currently using:

http://www.screwfix.com/p/deta-galva...ck-of-10/1946j

really its too large a diameter though not a serious issue but is too
thin where it distorts badly whilst welding a nut in the centre.

Are there any off-the-shelf sources I can obtain a couple of these that
are 2-3mm thick? I've run out of ideas!


Are they allowed a hole in the middle?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271233181310

Tim

why weld? what's wrong with a rivet nut bashed in?

http://uk.farnell.com/captive-nuts/t...3/pg/110001433

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