About the Tool: Bends sheet of metal to create a rounded corner based on the physical setup used.
Location: Machine Shop, Room 114
Access: Sheet Metal Bender training required. Visit the Machine Shop to request training.
Materials: Sheet metals
Accuracy: Accuracy varies.
Design Considerations
Physical Setup
- Mark beginning and end of bend allowances on part before starting.
- Line up beginning of bend allowance with separation in metal bending platform.
- Line up end of bend allowance with clamp. Add C clamps to keep part secure.
- Put levers in place.
- Pull toward you to complete the bend (this may require another person to help complete).
Safe Operation
- Work with pieces that have already be deburred.
- If bending allowance used is too small the clamps can slip or the piece can break.
- Ask for help if you cannot perform bend alone.
Cleanup
- Unclamp and remove workpiece
- Put C clamps back
- Place bar clamp back on meta bender platform
