Hinge to the bend plate with stainless steel a5 pop rivets using a 60mm.
Sheet metal brake hinge.
I used a metal cutting blade on a miter saw to cut the steel.
With this one you will be able to make multiple simple bends in sheet metal or aluminum.
Diy sheet metal brake this is just a basic 30 metal brake made from scrap steel.
Later i will take the pin out of the hinge and flip the hinge so that the angles align.
Step 8 attach 2 foot lengths of 2 x 4 at right angles to each angled part of the triangular brace on the moving part.
Here are some materials used to build this particular brake.
Next insert your sheet metal lining up the bend line with the edge of the top plate.
Dave s cheap sheet metal bending brake.
1 4 cold rolled steel plate one piece 7 x42.
The center of the hinge pin needs to center on the joint between the bending angle and base angle.
The braces on the moving part of the brake will rest against this 2 x 4 so that the hinge is not damaged allowing you to slide the sheet metal around on a flat surface.
Select materials that will be strong enough for your needs.
Remove the screwdrivers tighten the bolts and bend away.