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sparky961:

--- Quote from: Andrew Wildman on August 17, 2015, 12:41:50 PM ---The punch *(upper bit) is one piece but the die* (lower bit) is a bolt on part so that I can change it to better suited for smaller bends.

* probably not correct terms!

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** Indeed, the correct terms, despite the fact that many in the metal fabrication business indiscriminately refer to both the upper and lower chunks of shaped metal as "the die".  I've had funny looks when I mention anything about a "punch", even though most catalogues and technical publications use these terms.

NeoTech:
This design, couldn't be adapted for a shear as well? *just thinking*

Andrew Wildman:
good idea...brain whirring :smart:

NeoTech:
two pieces of O1 tool steel with a 45 degree on one side and a straight on the other mounted to a "jig" that can be fitted between the bending die and the head. you dont need more than 2mm clearance.. unless you want pieces of steel flying, and u wanna cut something thicker.

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