Product Overview
Tennsmith S48-22 Light Gauge Brake*
Tennsmith's bench-mounted hand brakes are rugged, dependable USA-made tools that won't break your budget. Model HBU48-16 is a heavy-duty bench brake suitable for box and pan or straight bending in up to 16-gauge mild steel. The brake features a removable apron angle and apron insert permitting 1/4-inch reverse bends in lighter materials. The upper leaf and nose bar has a wide range of adjustment for radius bending. Standard equipment includes an apron stop rod for repeat bends, extension handles and a counterweight.
Model HBS48-16 is identical in features and capacity to the HBU48-16 but is intended solely for straight bending. Like our larger hand brakes, the HBS48-16 features a replaceable nose bar.
Models U48-22 and S48-22 are lighter capacity versions of the four-foot bench brake, which offer economical alternatives in working 22-gauge and lighter materials. Also, their lighter weights make these models better suited for transporting to remote job sites.
Tennsmith's bench-mounted hand brakes provide an economical means of performing a wide range of sheet metal bending and forming operations. These brakes are of all-steel welded construction, readily adjustable and utilize bronze bearings at pivot points. Made in USA
*Shown with optional stand
Specifications:
- A mild steel capacity of 22 gauge (0.75 mm)
- A bending length of 48.25" (1225 mm)
- A maximum beam-lift of 7/8" (22.2 mm)
- A front-to-rear beam adjustment of 1/4" (6 mm)
- A minimum reverse bend of 5/16" (7.9 mm)
- A minimum flange in capacity material of 3/8" (9.5 mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tennsmith S48-22 used for?
The Tennsmith S48-22 is a 4 foot straight bending brake designed for light-gauge sheet metal work in 22-gauge and thinner materials. This 48 inch sheet metal brake is ideal for HVAC, roofing, and light fabrication shops that need accurate straight bends in smaller panels. As a Tennsmith sheet metal brake, it offers reliable performance in a compact, bench-mounted footprint.
How thick of metal can the Tennsmith S48-22 bend?
The Tennsmith S48-22 is rated for a mild steel capacity of 22 gauge (0.75 mm). This S48-22 metal bending brake is best suited for light-gauge steel, aluminum, and similar materials within that thickness range. For heavier materials, Tennsmith’s heavier-duty hand brakes would be more appropriate than this 4 ft manual bending brake.
Is the Tennsmith S48-22 portable for job site work?
Yes, the Tennsmith S48-22 is a lighter-capacity version of a four-foot bench brake, making it easier to move and better suited for remote job sites. Compared with heavier 4 foot straight bending brake models, its reduced weight provides more flexibility for field installations and service work. You still get a full 48 inch sheet metal brake length while maintaining portability.