lamp tube details-
We will be using 1/2 inch x 1/16 inch wall steel tubing from the RISD 3D store, ask the clerk to help you find it. It costs $2.50 a foot, they will need to cut it for you and sometimes they cannot do it on the spot so plan ahead. You may have questions about how to use it, specifically-
Question- How do I cut it?
Answer- With a hacksaw from the hand tool cabinet (ask monitor) or use the big horizontal band saw that you used to cut your blocks.
Question- How do I attach stuff to it?
Answer- Rivets, tension fits, glue it into a tight fitting hole in your wood base. If you have a question please ask me for advice.
Question- Can I bend it?
Answer- Yes, but with a bender I have not shown you yet. I can show you how to use it next time we meet or I can come in some evening to give those who want to have a bent tube a demonstration. Contact me if you want to learn how to bend the tubing.
R. Coyle 