What Is a Press Brake Tooling?
A Press Brake Tooling is a mold used in press brakes, a type of sheet metal bending machine, to shape and bend metal sheets with high precision.
Applications of Press Brake Tooling
Press brake tooling is used in various industries to create intricate and precise bends in metal sheets for products like household appliances and steel furniture.
Principles of Press Brake Tooling
The process involves clamping metal between a pointed upper mold (punch) and a V-shaped lower mold (die), shaping the metal as the molds come together.
Types of Press Brake Tooling
1. 90° Bending
Used to create right-angled shapes with a 90-degree angled tip.
2. 90° Bending Gooseneck Type
Features a gooseneck shape to reduce interference with bent material.
3. 90° Bending Straight Blade Type
Has a vertically formed tip for reduced interference when bending at near-vertical angles.
4. 90° Bending Thick Plate Type
Designed for processing thicker sheet metals, using R-punches and deeper V-groove dies.
5. 90° Bending Sash Type
Specifically used for bending aluminum or stainless steel for window sashes.
6. R Bending
Tooling for roll bending, with a rounded tip for creating R-shaped bends.
Additional Information about Press Brake Tooling
1. Material of Press Brake Tooling
Common materials include chromium steel, alloy tool steel, and carbon steel.
2. Drive Systems of Press Brakes
Varieties include hydraulic, servo motor, hybrid, and mechanical systems, each with distinct operational features.