Purpose: A sheet metal brake is used to precisely bend sheet metal to a designated angle. The material is clamped between a table and adjustable fingers, and when the blue levers are lifted, it creases the material along the clamped line and creates an angle in the material. This machine is best suited for light forming of materials (maximum .063” thickness).
Machine specifications:
- Maximum Width: 48”
- Maximum Thickness: .063”
- Bend Capacity: 0°-135°
- Accessories: Removable fingers in a wide range of widths
- Model: Chicago W31
Approved Materials:
- Metals
- Plastics (Polycarbonate mostly)
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