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but needs 3-5 threads in contact to support 100% of the tensile load, and depends on how accurate the tapping. 
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- tapping aluminum (mast) ... better to use fine or coarse thread ?
- Ooh, controversy. I prefer coarse as alum. is so soft.
- Fine thread has greater holding power
- but needs 3-5 threads in contact to support 100% of the tensile load, and depends on how accurate the tapping.
- No, fine thread fastener is stronger.
- but needs 3-5 threads in contact to support 100% of the tensile load, and depends on how accurate the tapping.
- Have you considered...
- Fine threads and Tef-Gel.....
- Ooh, controversy. I prefer coarse as alum. is so soft.