I have looked at pipe but haven't found aluminum in that ID size. Always much smaller IDs. Any recommendations on suppliers for pipe that would likely have something in 10" ID?
Does anyone know a source for aluminum tubing with a 10" ID that has a tight tolerance on the ID in its stock purchased condition? I need something with a 0.5" or 1" wall thickness and ~10" length. Ideally the ID surface would be honed or have a nice finish. Maybe something used as a hydraulic...
I would appreciate some feedback on a compression die design that I am leading. My background is electrical engineering and I have never designed a die before. This is in an academic environment so there is little practical experience with this sort of thing. I have met with a tool and die maker...