When creating sheet metal assemblies (multi sheet metal parts), does anyone else have an issue with parts having a different K-factor even though they are the same make-up foe all, but they have different flanges,hems, and such? I trying to find an easier way to either have my template files set or at lease a specific K-factor for each material for each type of forming (Roll or Brake-form). Any help would be awesome!
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The neutral axis (~K factor) of the material undergoing bending is dependant on the material, as well as the bend radius.
But if both parts are identical make-up, i.e. material, shouldn't the K-factor be the same. My assembly consists of a flat part with 1 hem, and a second part that has two bends and a hem. Does the K-factor base itself on features? Can there be a simpler method of setting a standard sheet metal template in Inventor?
No. The K-factor is also dependant on the bend radius, not just the material.
This should help.
do you also have this sheet in mm?
Sorry I don't.