KAKA Industrial YP-38 User manual

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Warning
The warnings, cautions and instructions
discussed in this instructions or
situations that could occur. It must be
understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
Specifications
Stock No. .....................................173214
Height...................................................38”
Mild Steel Capacity................5/16”x1-1/4”
or 1/4” x 2”
Right Angle Bending Capacity...........3/16”
x 1-1/4” or 1/4” x 1-1/4”
Center Pin Capacity...................1/4”thick
(use 1”die for greater)
Solid Rod Capacity............1/2”(use 3”die)
Die Sizes.............1”,1-1/4”,1-1/2”,1-3/4”,
2”,2-1/2”,3”
Bending Angle….............................0-200°
Packing dimensions…...880x265x265mm
(34 5/8x10 7/16 x10 7/16 inches)
Net weight.....................19.5KGS (43 lbs.)
Unpacking
The COMPACT BENDER Y-P38 is
shipped from the manufacture in a
carefully packed Carton box. Thoroughly
inspect the product upon opening the
package. After unpacking the unit,
carefully inspect for any damage that may
have occurred during transit.
If damage has occurred, shipping damage
claims must be filed with the carrier and
are the responsibility of the user.
Check for completeness. Immediately
report missing parts to dealer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing our YP-38
Compact Bender. Before attempting to
operate your new tool please read these
instructions thoroughly. You will need
these instructions for the safety warnings,
precautions, assembly, operation,
maintenance procedures, parts list and
diagrams. Keep your invoice number with
these instructions. Write the invoice
number on the inside of front cover. Keep
the instructions and invoice in a safe, dry
place for future reference.

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SAFETY RULES
1. Know your machine. Read this
manual carefully.Learn the machine’s
applications and limitations, as well as
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark work areas invite
accidents.
3. Keep Children away. All children
should be kept away from the work area.
Never let a child handle a tool without
strict adult supervision.
4. Do not operate this tool if under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels on prescriptions to
determine if your judgment or reflexes are
impaired while taking drugs. If there is
any doubt, do not attempt to operate.
5. Use safety equipment. Eye protection
should be worn always when operating
this machine. Use ANSI approved safety
glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses. They are NOT
safety glasses. Dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection should be used in appropriate
conditions.
6. Wear proper apparel. Loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry may present a potential hazard
when operating this machine. Please
keep all apparel clear of the machine.
7. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance always when operating this
product.
8. Check for damage. Check your tool
regularly. If part of the tool is damaged it
should be carefully inspected to make
sure that it can perform its’ intended
function correctly. If in doubt, the part
should be repaired. Refer all servicing to
a qualified technician. Consult your
dealer for advice.
9. Keep your hands away from the die
when you are working on it.
10. Avoid moving parts during
operation. Deep fingers and hands away
from moving parts.
11. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate any
tool when you are tired.
12.Replacement parts and accessories.
When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Only use accessories
intended for use with this tool.
13. Store idle equipment. When not in
use, the tool should be stored in a dry
location to inhibit rust. Store in an area
out of reach of children.

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14. Secure stand. Make sure the unit is
securely mounted to a stable surface
before operation.
15. Do not exceed the capacity of the
unit. Do not use cheater bars or extends
handle with any other devices.
16. Check all pins before use. Make
sure all pins are inserted all of the way.
17. Make sure stock is of sufficient
length. Stock must extend far enough by
the Stop Block & Forming Die so as not to
slip and cause injury.
Important
The dies are coated with a protective
coating which should be removed before
operation. Remove this coating with a
mild solvent such as mineral spirits using
a soft cloth. Avoid getting cleaning
solution on painted surfaces, rubber or
plastic parts. Solvents may deteriorate
these finishes. Use soap and water on
paint, plastic and rubber components.
After cleaning, cover all exposed surfaces
with a light coating of oil.
Assembly
1. Take out Stand (#11), bolt it to the floor
securely.
Figure 1
2. Put spacer ring (#13) on to the hole of
stand (#11) refer to Figure 1.
Figure 2
3. Put Ring assembly (#10) onto the hole
of spacer ring (#13) , please refer to
figure 2.
4. Insert loop spacer (#6) into the end
hole of ring assembly (#10), connecting
them by bolt (#15), flat washer (#24), lock
washer (#27) and nut (#14).
5. Connecting flat-head bolt (#16) lock
washer (#27) and nut (#14) with another
two spacer ring (#13), make Ring
assembly (#10) fixed on stand (#11).

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6. Insert fixed stop (#5) into the required
hole, show as figure 3.
Figure 3
7. Connect sharp-angle-bend Attachment
(#7) with Ring assembly (#10) by Long
Hitch pin (#1), show as figure 4.
Figure 4
8. Take out Handle (#9) and any die,
connect them with Ring assembly (#10)
by Long Hitch pin (#1), show as figure 5.
Figure 5
9. Take out stop block (#3), connect it with
ring assembly (#10) by short hitch pin
(#2), show as figure 6.
Figure 6
Basic Operation
Most of this manual is devoted to showing
you how to make some common parts at
a typical size. Other than those specific
instructions, setting up the Bender to form
your particular parts will involve a certain
amount of trial-and-error. You will notice
some differences in operation depending
on whether you are forming the piece
around a die, or whether you are making
a sharp angle bend in the piece. However,
in general you will:
1. Determine the appropriate material and
size for the part(s) to be made.
2. Determine the appropriate dies to
install on the center pin and/or the pin
installed in the handle. Determine the
appropriate hole for attaching the handle
to the ring assembly's loop.
3. Instal l the stop bl ock (#3 ) or th e

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sharp-angle-bend attachment (#7), as
appropriate. Install the block support (#4).
If the stop block (#3) is used, orient it
properly.
4. Insert the stop block (#3) into the
bender, and position it properly for the
first bend.
5. Make the first bend. Recheck the angle
and location before continuing.
6. Make any additional bends in the same
way. In some cases, you may have to
remove the piece from the Bender and
turn it end-for-end or upside-down.
Hole Identification
In the examples shown in this manual,
the holes in the loop and those in the
handle are identified by a number. Refer
to the Figure 7.
Measuring Bend Angles
When accuracy is required, you will need
a suitable device for measuring the bend
angles.
Fixed and Adjustable Stops
If you are making multiple parts with the
same bend angle, using the same setup
(dies and hole locations), the operation
will be go faster by installing either the
fixed or adjustable stop in the appropriate
hole in the ring assembly.
After determining the handle rotation,
insert the fixed stop (#5) into the next
open hole and use as a guide for bending
additional parts.
When greater precision is required,
attach the adjustable stop (#26) as
accurately as you can at the limit of
handle rotation. Make a test part with
scrap material, and reposition the
adjustable stop as necessary. Tighten bolt
and nut securely before bending
production parts.
Fixed and adjustable stops shown in
figure 8.
Hole Identification
Holes in Handle
1 6
5
1
Holes in
Loop
Figure 7

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Notes
◆If precise dimension are required,
start by making a test part using scrap
material of the same thickness. Readjust
the setup as necessary.
◆Once you determine the dimensions,
die size(s), holes, and bending sequence
for a part, write down the information for
future reference.
Operation: Using the Stop
Block
IMPORTANT: Read the previous section
before you proceed to this section.
Purpose of the Stop Block
The stop block (#3) prevents the material
from rotating while a forming die in the
handle bends the material around either
the center pin (#2) or another die that has
been installed on the center pin.
When you are bending material, the stop
block will be located (using a hitch pin) at
one of the five large holes in the middle of
the ring assembly's loop. (The large hole
at the open end of the loop is for the
center pin.) You will have to determine by
trial which hole you will use, depending
on the thickness of the material being
bent, the size of the center-pin die, and
the orientation of the stop block. (shown
in figure 9)
Figure 9
Positioning the Stop Block
The stop block (#3) can be placed in
several orientations by rotating it on the
hinge pin or by turning it upside down and
rotating it on the pin. However, only four
of the possible orientations are used
Fixed and Adjustable Stops
Fixed
Stop
Adjustable
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when bending. Throughout this manual,
those four orientations are identified by a
number (show as figure 10).
To position the stop block (#3) ( that is, to
select the proper orientation and the
proper hole in the loop):
1. Connect the handle to the center pin of
the loop, with the appropriate die installed
on the center pin.
2. Install the appropriate die at the
appropriate hole in the handle.
3. Inset a piece of the material to be
formed. With the handle all the way back
(counterclockwise), install the stop block
—in the orientation that places it as close
to the center pin as possible.
IMPORTANT: Always use the loop hole
that places the stop block as close to the
center pin or die as possible, while
leaving space for the material to be
inserted.
If there is too much space between the
stop block and the center pin or die, turn
the block to a different orientation or
move the block one hole closer to the
center.
Positioning the Block Support
The block support must be located under
the stop block as shown as figure 11, to
keep the block centered vertically in the
loop.
Install the support in the appropriate loop
hole where it will support the stop block
but not interfere with inserting the hitch
pin all the way through the block hole and
the lower hole in the loop.
CAUTION: Always position the stop
block off-center to the right —no
matter which face is used against
the material. If positioned off-center
to the left, the block will turn and the
material will slip in the Bender.
Stop Block Orientations
#1 #2
#3 #4
Figure 10

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Figure 11
Clamping
If the stop block is positioned correctly,
the material will normally not have to be
clamped in the Bender. However, when
you are making special bends or need
precise dimensions, it is helpful to clamp
the material against the stop block using
a vise-grip pliers as shown as figure 12.
Figure 12
Operation: Using the Sharp-
Angle-Bend Attachment
IMPORTANT: Read the previous section
before you proceed to this section.
Purpose of the Attachment
The sharp-angle-bend attachment (#1) is
used instead of the stop block (#3) when
you make a right-angle bend or other
sharp bend in flat material.
Show as figure 13.
Positioning the attachment
In contrast to the stop block, the
sharp-angle bend attachment has only
one correct orientation —as shown as
figure 14, and with the hinge pin in the #3
hole in the loop.
Positioning the Block Support
Stop Block
Block Support
Sharp-Angle-Bend
Attachment
Figure 13
Clamping the Material
Vise-Grip
Pliers

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Positioning the Block Support
The block support must be located under
the sharp-angle-bend attachments, to
keep the attachment centered vertically in
the loop. Install the support in the #3 loop
hole, so it will support the attachment but
not interfere with inserting the hitch pin all
the way through the attachment's hole
and the lower hole in the loop.
Clamping
The material should not need to be
clamped when using the sharp - angle
bend attachment.
Bending the Material
Make thin chalk marks on the flat material
to show where you want to make the
bends.
Insert the material into the Bender so that
half the width of the chalk mark shows
and the other half is covered by the
bending edge of the attachment.
If you are making two right-angle bends
on the same side of the material, space
their chalk marks about 1⁄8”. Farther apart
than the desired inside dimension after
the bend.
Sharp-Angle-Bend
Attachment
#3 Hole
in Loop
Figure 14
MAINTENANCE
1. Regular lubrication will help lengthen
the life of the your Bending Brake.
2. After each use, wipe all components of
the compact bender with a clean cloth to
remove any dirt and grease buildup.
3. Apply a few drop of oil to all friction
points including all (3) hitch pins.
4. Before every use, inspect dies and
hitch pins for excessive wear and
cracks. If chipped or cracked, replace
immediately.
5.Cover the compact bender and keep in
a clean and dry location.

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Example: Bending Handles
Handles from Round Stock
To make a typical handle, using a 9”
length of 3⁄8” round stock and two pieces
of flat stock:
STOCK REQUIRED (for this example)
One 9” length of 5⁄8” round stock ，Two
pieces of flat stock, of desired size.
1. With a long hinge pin, attach the
handle and ring loops at their center-pin
holes. Install a 1” die on the center pin.
With the short hinge pin, install a 2” die in
the handle (#2 hole).
2. With a long hinge pin, install the stop
block (oriented as in A).
3. Insert the round stock into the Bender
so that it extends 2” beyond the
center-pin die (see B), and make the first
bend to 90˚.
4. Turn the part end-for-end, position it as
in C, and make the second 90 ˚bend.
Remove the stock from the Bender.
CAUTION: To make other sizes of
handles, experiment to find the
appropriate die sizes and stop block
orientation.
#4 A
Orientation
2” die
1” die
B
2”
TYPICAL HANDLES FROM ROUND STOCK
C
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TYPICAL HANDLE FROM FLAT STOCK
5. Drill 5⁄8” holes in the flat stock, and
insert the handle halfway through the
holes.
6. Weld the flat stock pieces in place from
the back side. If any weld material
extends below the surface of the flat plate,
grind it flush.
Example: Bending Handles
Handles from Flat Stock
To make a typical handle, using a 9”
length of 3⁄16” x 1” hot-rolled flat stock:
STOCK REQUIRED (for this example)
One 9” length of 3⁄16” x 1” soft ductile flat
stock
1. Install the sharp - angle - bend
attachment.
2. Place chalk marks on the material as
shown under "Bend Sequence." the #1
and #2 marks are on one face of the
material, and the #3 and #4 marks are on
the opposite face.
3. Insert the flat stock into the Bender to
the #1 mark (as in A) and make a 90 ˚
bend. Check the angle before continuing.
4. Set the adjustable stop so each bend
will be 90˚.
5. Turn the stock end-for-end. Insert it to
the #2 mark (as in B), and make a 90 ˚
bend.
6. Turn the stock over front-to-back. Insert
BEND SEQUENCE
2 3 4 1
│11/2” │ 11/2” │ │ 11/2” │ 11/2” │
NOTE: Always drill the holes the
same size as the diameter of the
handle stock.
CAUTION: To make other sizes of
handles, experiment to find the
appropriate bend locations.
A
B

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it to the #3 mark (as in C),and make a 90˚
bend.
7. Turn the stock end-for-end. Insert it to
the #4 mark (as in D), and make a 90 ˚
bend.
8. Grind and sand all sharp corners.
Example: Bending Tube
Clamps
Single-Tube Clamp
To make a 1-in. I.D. tube clamp (for
clamping 1-in. O.D. tubing), using a
41⁄2-in length of 3⁄16-in. x 1-in. hot-rolled
flat stock:
STOCK REQUIRED (for this example)
One 41⁄2-in. length of 3⁄16-in x 1-in.
hot-rolled flat stock
1. With a long hinge pin, attach the
handle and ring loops at their center-pin
holes. Install a 1-in. die on the center pin.
With the short hinge pin, install a 11⁄2-in.
die in the handle (#2 hole).
2. With a long hinge pin, install the stop
block (oriented as in A).
3. Insert the flat stock into the Bender so
th a t it ex t e n d s 11⁄2-in. bey o n d the
NOTE: To make other sizes of clamps,
experiment to find the appropriate die
sizes and stop block orientation.
TYPICAL TUBE CLAMPS
Single-Tube
Clamp
Double-Tube
Clamp
A
#4
Orientation
1-1/2” Die
1” Die
D
C

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center-pin die (as in B).
Clamp the stock against the stop block
using a vice-grip pliers, to prevent the
stock from slipping.
4. Make the first bend by pulling the
handle around until the handle die
runs off the end of the piece.
5. Remove the stop block and the two
dies. Change the handle connection, and
install the sharp-angle-bend attachment
(as in C).
6. Insert the stop pin into the 6th hole of
the ring (counting clockwise from the
closed end of the loop).
7. Make the second bend by pulling the
handle until it is about 1⁄8- in. From the
stop pin.
Double-Tube Clamp
To make a 1-in. I.D. tube clamp (for
clamping two lengths of 1-in. O.D. tubing),
using a 41⁄2-in length of 3⁄16-in. x 1-in.
hot-rolled flat stock:
STOCK REQUIRED (for this example)
One 61⁄2-in. length of 3⁄16-in x 1-in. hot-
rolled flat stock
1. With a long hinge pin, attach the
handle and ring loops at their centerpin
holes. Install a 1-in. die on the center pin.
With the short hinge pin, install a 11⁄2-in.
die in the handle (#2 hole).
NOTE: To make other sizes of
clamps, experiment to find the
appropriate die sizes and stop block
orientation.
B
1-3/4” Die
C
Fixed Stop
#2 A
Orientation
1-1/2” Die
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2. With a long hinge pin, install the stop
block (oriented as in A).
3. Insert the flat stock into the Bender so
that it extends 13⁄4-in. Beyond the
center-pin die (as in B).
4. Make the first bend by pulling the
handle around until the handle die runs
off the end of the piece.
5. Reverse the part end-for-end. Insert it
into the Bender so that it extends 13⁄4-in.
beyond the center-pin die (as in C).
6. Make the second bend by pulling the
handle around until the handle die runs
off the end of the piece.
7. Remove the stop block, and install the
sharp-angle-bend attachment.
8. You will have to temporarily remove the
center pin to insert the piece into the
Binder. Slide the piece as far left as
possible, against the center pin (as in D).
9.Make the third bend by pulling the
handle until it is about 1⁄8-in. from the stop
pin.
10. Reverse the part end-for-end. Slide
the piece as far left as possible, against
the center pin (as in E). You will again
have to temporarily remove the center pin
to insert the piece into the Bender.
11. Make the fourth bend by pulling the
handle until it is about 1⁄8in. From the
fixed stop.
B
1-3/4” Die
E
C
D
Fixed
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Example: Bending Anchor
Bolts and U-Bolts
Anchor Bolts
To make a 10-in. long anchor bolt shown,
from a 121⁄4-in. blank:
1. With a long hinge pin, attach the
handle and ring loops at their centerpin
holes. Install a 1-in. die on the center pen.
With the short hinge pin, install a 2-in. die
in the handle (#2 hole).
2. With a long hinge pin, install the stop
block. Orient the block appropriately for
the diameter of the bolt blank: #2
orientation for 3⁄8-in. or 1⁄2-in. bolts; #4
orientation for 5⁄8-in. bolts.
3. Insert the bolt blank into the Bender so
that the unthreaded end extends beyond
the stop block: 1⁄2-in. for 3⁄8-in. bolts; 5⁄8-in.
for 1⁄2-in. bolts; 1⁄4-in. for 5⁄8-in. bolts.
4. Pull the handle around until the bolt
shaft is 90˚from the anchor.
U-Bolts
The tables on pages 18 and 19 show the
appropriate setup for making Ubolts in
typical finished lengths and bend radius's,
from common diameters of round stock.
The illustration below shows the setup for
making a U-bolt that is 31⁄2-in. long and
2-in. I.D., using 1⁄8-in.-diameter stock. For
other sizes, adjust the die sizes, stop
block orientation, etc., as shown in the
tables.
See Step 2
For stop black
Orientation
2”Die
1”Die
See step 3
For this dimension.
NOTE: To make another-length bolt,
just use a shorter or longer blank. Or,
change the dimension given in Step 3
below (being sure that enough
material is caught by the block).
TYPICAL U-BOLTS AND ANCHOR
BOLTS
Anchor
Bolt
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Step Block
Orientation
Handle
Die
See Figure 7
For Hole No.
Identification.
Step Block Center Pin
Measurement Die
Typical Setup for Bending
U-Bolts from Round Stock
Length
For longer U-bolts, add twice the
additional length desired to the "blank
length" indicated (for example, to make a
U-bolt that is 1 in. longer, add 2 in. to the
blank length).
Bend Radius
Eight bend radius's are possible —by
selecting from the seven forming dies, or
by using center pin without a die.
However to avoid bending the center pin,
always use a forming die with round stock
larger than 3⁄8-in. diameter.
Notes
◆Because blank stock may vary slightly
in content or size, we recommend making
a test bend using unthreaded stock
before you make a quantity of U-bolts.
◆Keep a record of die sizes, die
positions, and other measurements for
future reference.

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Bending U-Bolts from 1⁄4-in. Round Stock
FINISHED SIZE
Length I.D.
SETUP FOR BENDING
Blank Loop Stop Block Stop Block Center Handle Handle
Length Hole No. Orientation Meas't Pin Die Die Hole No.
2"
1"
5"
1
#2
Flush
1"
2"
2
21⁄4"
11⁄4"
51⁄4"
1
#2
1⁄4"
11⁄4"
2"
2
21⁄2"
11⁄2"
63⁄8"
1
#1
3⁄8"
11⁄2"
2"
2
3"
13⁄4"
71⁄2"
2
#4
1⁄4"
11⁄4"
2"
2
31⁄2"
2"
85⁄8"
2
#4
7⁄8"
2"
13⁄4"
2
Bending U-Bolts from 1⁄4-in. Round Stock
FINISHED SIZE
Length I.D.
SETUP FOR BENDING
Blank Loop Stop Block Stop Block Center Handle Handle
Length Hole No. Orientation Meas't Pin Die Die Hole No.
21⁄2"
11⁄4"
61⁄4"
1
#1
5⁄16"
11⁄4"
2"
2
3"
11⁄2"
73⁄8"
2
#4
1⁄4"
11⁄2"
2"
2
3"
13⁄4"
75⁄8"
2
#4
3⁄8"
13⁄4"
2"
2
31⁄2"
2"
83⁄4"
2
#4
15⁄16"
2"
2"
2
Bending U-Bolts from 3⁄8-in. Round Stock
FINISHED SIZE
Length I.D.
SETUP FOR BENDING
Blank Loop Stop Block Stop Block Center Handle Handle
Length Hole No. Orientation Meas't Pin Die Die Hole No.
21⁄2"
11⁄4"
61⁄2"
1
#1
5⁄8"
11⁄4"
2"
2
3"
11⁄2"
71⁄2"
2
#4
7⁄16"
11⁄2"
3"
3
3"
13⁄4"
73⁄4"
2
#4
9⁄16"
13⁄4"
3"
3
3"
2"
8"
2
#3
1⁄8"
2"
3"
3

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Bending U-Bolts from 1⁄2-in. Round Stock
FINISHED SIZE
Length I.D.
SETUP FOR BENDING
Blank Loop Stop Block Stop Block Center Handle Handle
Length Hole No. Orientation Meas't Pin Die Die Hole No.
23⁄4"
11⁄2"
71⁄4""
2
#4
7⁄16"
11⁄2"
3"
3
3"
13⁄4"
8"
2
#4
15⁄16"
13⁄4"
3"
3
31⁄4"
2"
83⁄4"
2
#3
3⁄4"
2"
21⁄2"
3
4"
21⁄2"
101⁄8"
2
#2
1"
21⁄2"
2"
3
41⁄2"
3"
115⁄8"
3
#4
1"
3"
2"
3
Bending U-Bolts from 5⁄8-in. Round Stock
FINISHED SIZE
Length I.D.
SETUP FOR BENDING
Blank Loop Stop Block Stop Block Center Handle Handle
Length Hole No. Orientation Meas't Pin Die Die Hole No.
31⁄2"
2"
91⁄4"
2
#2
1"
2"
3"
3
21⁄2"
21⁄2"
111⁄2"
2
#1
15⁄8"
21⁄2"
2"
3
5"
3"
123⁄4"
3
#4
17⁄8"
3"
2"
3

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The following pages show how to make
all 26 letters of the alphabet, in a typical
style. Using the procedure that is shown
on these pages results in letters (from
3⁄16-in. flat stock) which are:
◆6 in. high
◆2 in. wide (deep)
Notes
◆Use only hot-rolled mild steel for
forming the letters.
◆Follow the bending steps exactly, and
in the sequence given. This is especially
important for the letter "S", which is the
most difficult to form.
◆To avoid wasting material, practice
some of the letters using 3⁄16-in. stock that
is only 1⁄2-in. wide before you attempt the
finished version.
◆If you have two or more identical
letters, make all of them before
proceeding to a different letter.
Setup
Make chalk marks on the 14-in. blank as
shown on the "Bend Sequence."
Bend No. 1
Insert the stock into the Bender to the #6
chalk mark (as in A), and bend it to 76 ˚.
Recheck the angle be fore you go on to
the second bend.
6” 6”
Example: Bending Letters for Signs
STOCK REQUIRED
3⁄16-in. stock; 2-in. max. width
One 14-in. blank
One 31⁄2-in. blank
A
BEND SEQUENCE
2 1
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Bend No. 2
Slide the stock to the #15 chalk mark (as
in B), and bend it to 76 ˚. Recheck the
angle.To remove the part from the Bender,
remove the pin that holds the sharp-
angle-bend attachment.
Finishing
Tack-weld the33⁄16-in. insertpiece between
the legs of the "A," parallel to the top
edge.
Grind and sand all sharp corners.
Setup
Make chalk marks on the two 87⁄8-in.
blanks as shown on the "Bend
Sequence."
Bend No. 1
Insert one of the blanks into the Bender to
the #6 chalk mark (as in A), and bend it to
45˚. Recheck the angle before you go on
to the second bend.
Chalk-mark the ring, or set a stop, for
ease of repeating the 45˚bend.
STOCK REQUIRED
3⁄16-in. stock; 2-in. max. width
One 87⁄8-in. blank
One 6-in. blank
BEND SEQUENCE
3 4 2 1
Two pieces,
87⁄8” each
│23⁄4”丨1”丨 丨 1”丨23⁄4”丨
│6” │
B