tapping holes

I need to drill and tap holes in 1 inch x1 inch sq. alum. tubing with 1/16 wall thickness . I want to screw 4 side pcs. on the corners for
stiffeners. what size of dril and tap might work or any other suggestions appreciated hlb
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The rule of thumb is three threads in the metal.
I'd suggest PEM Nuts they press in and are threaded holes.
Martin
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Thanks for reply .Are PEM nuts plastic and who would be most likely to stock them. One more question ? Have you had any experience with astralloy alum. welding rods using acet.and oxy. torch instead of bolting on a side piece thanks hlb
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Pem nuts are made out of various metal - Al, SS, and such. I don't recall seeing any in plastic. They would have to be welded.
Check out http://www.pemnet.com Likely have reps on the web.
R.C. Dudek & Company, Inc was/is one. CA, WA, NC.
Check the web.
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