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Sheet Metal Bending Services

Sheet Metal Bending Services

Sango forms flat blanks into brackets, channels, boxes and enclosures on CNC press brakes. Every bend holds ±1° and repeats across the whole batch, from one prototype to thousands of parts.

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100,000+ Parts Made
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ISO 9001:2015 Certified
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Parts in 3–5 Days
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Huawei Technologies
Samsung Electronics
Tata Motors
Delta Electronics
Lens Technology
Eveready Industries
Beijing Institute of Technology
Ansell LTD
NRTC
Chantelle
PT Wings Surya
PT Sun Paper Source
PT Supreme Paper Solution
Design Guide
Max work size3000 mm bend length
Material Thickness0.5–6 mm
Tolerances±1° bend angle, ±0.254 mm bend-to-edge
Rule of Thumb
1× material thickness min inside radius
Feature Spacing
4× material thickness minimum flange length
Finish Options
As-bent, film-protected, deburred, brushed, powder coated, plated
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DFM Design Advice
1/ Use one inside radius for all bendsKeeping the same radius across the part avoids secondary tool setups, reducing manufacturing costs and lead time.
2/ Add bend relief at cornersCut reliefs at least 1× thickness wide where flanges meet edges to prevent edge tearing and corner deformation.
3/ Keep holes clear of bend linesPlace holes at least 2.5× material thickness plus the bend radius away from bend lines to prevent oval distortion.
Bending MaterialsEvery metal bends differently. Our CNC press brakes apply calculated springback compensation for every alloy grade.
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Aluminum 5052-H32

The premier sheet metal aluminum alloy. Outstanding ductility allows tight bend radii without cracking. Ideal for brackets, chassis, and electronics enclosures.

Natural Appearance
Silver
Price Rating
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Standard Lead Time
From 3 business days

Why Sango for Sheet Metal Bending

Sango runs multi-axis CNC press brakes up to 200 tons with bed lengths up to 3000 mm. Precision back-gauges position blanks to ±0.254 mm, ensuring flawless flange repeatability from the first piece to the last.

K-factor calculation, tooling clearance, and bend sequencing govern fit. Our mechanical engineers verify your 3D CAD model, calculate accurate flat patterns, and inspect first-off articles.

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Sets of Machine
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Countries Shipped
20k+
Customers Served

Sango Online Custom Sheet Metal Solutions

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Laser Cutting

Every bent part begins as a precise laser-cut flat blank holding ±0.1 mm tolerances before moving to the press brake.

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Welding

Close formed corners, seal seams, and join mounting brackets into sturdy housings using TIG, MIG, and robotic spot welding.

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Sheet Metal Enclosures

Complete formed enclosures and chassis outfitted with PEM press-fit hardware, welded seams, and high-durability powder coating.

Bent Part Post-Processing Capabilities

Post-forming surface treatments that eliminate tool marks, protect against oxidation, and apply aesthetic finishes.

Finishing ProcessSurface RoughnessDimensional ChangePrimary Application / Benefit
As-Bent (no finishing)Raw sheet textureNoneInternal structural brackets and cost-sensitive assemblies
Protective Film BendingMark-free pristine sheetNonePreserves cosmetic brush finish on aluminum and stainless panels
Deburring / Edge BreakingRa 1.6–3.2 µm on edges−0.05 to −0.1 mmEliminates sharp corners and die burrs for safe handling
Brushing (Satin Finish)Ra 0.4–1.2 µm−0.01 to −0.02 mmUniform directional grain that conceals handling marks and light scratches
Powder CoatingSmooth or textured+60 to +120 µmRugged, scratch-resistant coating in custom RAL/Pantone colors
Anodizing (Type II / III)Ra 0.8–1.6 µm+5 to +25 µmHard protective anodic layer with deep black or colored dye for aluminum
Zinc PlatingRa 0.4–1.6 µm+5 to +15 µmCorrosion barrier with clear, yellow, or black hexavalent-free passivation

Why Choose Us

Engineers choose Sango for formed parts that consistently hit target angles and assemble without force.

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High Quality Parts

Bend angles hold ±1° and flange dimensions hold ±0.254 mm. First-piece inspection with digital protractors and height gauges guarantees repeatability.

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Fast Lead Time

Standard formed brackets and channels ship in 3–5 business days. Extensive in-house punch and V-die libraries minimize setup time.

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Engineering-Driven Support

We evaluate inside bend radii, flange length, and collision clearances during initial DFM review, resolving forming issues upfront.

What is Sheet Metal Bending?

Sheet metal bending is a precision cold-forming process where a CNC press brake drives a hardened punch into a matching V-die, folding the sheet along a linear axis. The metal retains its gauge while gaining significant section modulus and rigidity.

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ISO 9001 certified manufacturing quality
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CNC press brakes up to 200 metric tons
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±1° bend angle accuracy across parts
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Forming lengths up to 3000 mm
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Material-specific springback compensation algorithms
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Mandatory first-piece inspection prior to batch runs

Pros and Cons of Sheet Metal Bending

✓ Advantages of Sheet Metal Bending

Fewer Parts & Welds

One formed piece replaces multiple joined components, eliminating assembly labor, cost, and weak weld seams.

High Strength-to-Weight

Flanges and formed ribs add structural rigidity, enabling thin sheet to carry loads that flat plates cannot.

Zero Custom Tooling Cost

Standard V-dies and punches accommodate almost all common bend geometries, avoiding expensive hard tooling.

⚠ Considerations & Limitations

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Material Springback

Metals partly flex back after pressure release; high-tensile stainless steel requires over-bending compensation.

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Thickness & Radius Limits

Forming is best suited for gauges under 6 mm; harder metals require larger radii to avoid micro-cracking.

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Straight Bends Only

Press brakes produce straight linear bends. Compound curves, spherical shapes, and deep draws require stamping dies.

What tolerance can you hold on bent parts?

We maintain ±1° on bend angles, ±0.254 mm (±0.010") bend-to-edge on a single surface, and ±0.2 mm hole-to-bend spacing. General tolerances adhere to ISO 2768-m.

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