The standard procedure for making a simple bend in sheet metal using a hand brake machine is as follows.
How to use proform sheet metal brake.
Pull down the clamping handles at each end to clamp the metal in place.
Before using the sheet metal brake make all the necessary cuts to the sheet metal.
Measure and position the sheet metal edge the correct distance parrallel to the clamping bar.
You can use sheet metal shears to cut the material.
It can easily bend sheet steel or aluminum.
Fabrication basics tips on how to bend metal on a brake.
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Adjust clamping handle cam for metal thickness.
The cut sheet metal will be much easier to handle and bend after it is cut.
It s really easy to build a simple diy metal brake.
Mount the brake on saw horse or your workbench with a few inches hanging over to allow the brake and slide a piece of sheet metal between the 7 and 14 plate snug the bolts down to clamp it and pull the pipe handle towards you to bend the metal.
It s really easy to build a simple diy metal brake.
Also the sheet metal will be very difficult to cut after it has been bent to shape.