Fabrication question??

[valcas1]

I am designing a new work table for my Wilton square wheel grinder. If I use A36 1/4-1/2" plate steel can I tap this for threaded fixutres or do I need to use something else that needs to be hardened? I am sorry that this is not directly knife related but I figured I could get good advice in this forum.

Thanks in advance

Paul

 

[SBuzek]

Yes you can drill and tap it and 3/8" should be all you need unless trying to hold alot of wieght.
Stan

 

[heatheninthehills]

I too would go with 3/8. My table at work is made from 3/8th a36 and I have put four tapped holes in it, pritchel holes in it and bending forks on it. so you should bge good to go with it.