Sheet metal tools are specialized instruments used to measure, cut, bend, and join metal sheets. These tools can be manual or powered, and each serves a specific purpose in sheet metal work. Understanding their functions and proper usage is essential for creating high-quality work.
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Surface gauges (also called marking stands) are important tools used for accurate marking and layout work, especially on metal surfaces during fitting and fabrication tasks.
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🔹 Description: A base with a vertical rod and scriber arm
🔹 Description: L-shaped plate, made of cast iron
🔹 Description: A heavy, flat plate made of cast iron or granite
Calipers are used for measuring and marking distances between surfaces or features.
🔹 Description: Two pointed steel legs joined at the top
📌 Use: To mark circles, arcs, or divide lengths
There are two main types of punches used in marking:
📌 Use: Makes small, light marks to guide marking lines
🔹 Description: A sharp steel tool used like a pen
🔹 Use: For drawing fine lines on metal surfaces