Here is an exemple of the T nuts I use to fix pieces to weld :

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The current swivel mechanism is made of steel (notice the grease) :

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The maximum stroke is a little above +- 50 °.

I have also manage to potentially add a rotating shaft in the future below the swivel plate to help me welding pipes or circular beads.