2.007 Kit Part: Aluminum Hex Rod

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Possible uses:

1. Hex rod can be used as a shaft to hold gears and wheels without the need for pinning or other elaborate methods of constraining rotation around the shaft. 
2. The right angle gear box

Tips:

Aluminum does not make a very good bearing surface. If your parts are going to slide relative to one another, you should consider using plastic or steel.

Aluminum is stiff and lightweight. Use it for cantilevered arms or other objects. If it is absolutely necessary, aluminum can be made thin and yet still quite strong, so if holes need to be made close to an edge, aluminum is a good choice. It is also a good choice for small delicate parts.

Aluminum is an excellent electrical conductor. Be careful not to short out any electrical wires by touching bare aluminum.

Tools:

To modify, you can use the following tools: Bandsaw, Sander,  Die, Lathe, Mill

You should not use: Brake, Punch, Shear, Roller, Grinder.