HARDO X400 bend radius vs a 36 steel plate

    
    Bend radius is an important factor in welding, fabrication and metal manufacturing. It is a measure of the minimum radius allowed when mechanically bending a metal material, such as steel plate. It is important that the right bend radius is used to ensure a safe, strong, and aesthetic product. There are many factors that determine the bend radius requirements for a particular job, such as material, thickness of the material, welding process and load.
    
    Using a bend radius that is too small can cause the material to crack or break during the bending process. A bend radius that is too large may result in an unattractive finished product with too much of a curve. Therefore, choosing the correct bend radius is essential to successfully bend a metal material and create a good, quality product.
    
    The bend radius of a 36” steel plate can vary, depending on the material to be bent and the production process that is used. Typically, if the material is cold rolled steel, the bend radius can range between 3-10 times the thickness of the material. In this case, the thickness of a 36” steel plate is considered to be 0.25”-0.50”. In this scenario, the bend radius would range between 0.75”-5.00”.
    
    The bend radius of a HARDOX 400 is a bit different. HARDOX 400 is an abrasion resistant steel that is extremely strong and has a unique construction, making it one of the most widely used steel plates in the industrial world. Its bend radius varies depending on the method used for bending and plate thickness. For plates thicker than 16mm, the minimum radius of HARDOX 400 is equal to seven times the plate thickness. For 10-16mm thick sheets, the bend radius should be 8X the plate thickness and for less than 10mm thick sheets, the radius should be 10X the plate thickness. For example, the minimum bend radius of a 36” HARDOX 400 plate would be 5.6”- 28.0” depending on the plate’s thickness.
    
    Overall, the bend radius for a HARDOX 400 steel plate would be significantly larger than if a 36” cold-rolled steel plate were bent. This is due to the unique construction of the HARDOX 400 material, which makes it difficult to bend without experiencing cracking or breakage. Therefore, when performing a bend on a 36” HARDOX 400 plate, it is important to consider using an appropriate bend radius of 5.6”- 28.0” in order to ensure a safe and successful bend while avoiding any potential cracks or breaks in the material.