# What is the best method to join two hollow tubes together?

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**Created:** [April 21, 2023, 8:31am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/what-is-the-best-method-to-join-two-hollow-tubes-together/25392 "2023-04-21T08:31:53Z")\
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A lap joint is the best method for aligning and joining two tubes. Assuming the tubes are rigid, I would use a bayonet design to lock and unlock the two tubes. Here’s a Q&D approach.

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