lay out angle iron to bend a 90

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I an a hit and miss wielder,need to know how to cut the v in angle iron to brend it to a 90 and weild the cut
Reply:This is how I'd do it. Attached ImagesIan TannerKawasaki KX450 and many other fine tools
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Reply:It's very hard to keep from getting a big radius on the bend. You have to get it very hot and bend it fast.Two turn tables and a microphone.
Reply:Not saying it isn't doable but it isn't easy to do it properly.I would cut, cope and weld.You get what you put in and people get what they deserve...
Reply:depends on what you need..cutandbend as shown will save a lot of time on fitup..if you need a sharp corner, you may have to cut all the way through, grind,fititup, tack and weld..
Reply:It is best to just cut the angle in a metal chop saw. Then weld the joint.Very little is gained by doing it the way the drawing suggests because there is the issue with the radius of the bend. Most beginners find that out the hard way .AWS certified welding inspectorAWS certified welder
Reply:Originally Posted by Donald BranscomIt is best to just cut the angle in a metal chop saw. Then weld the joint.Yep.Very little is gained by doing it the way the drawing suggests because there is the issue with the radius of the bend. Most beginners find that out the hard way .
Reply:a wafer wheel on a grinder will make quick work of the angle.you can notch the angle like shown in a minute then score the soft leg along the bend line with the wheel to make the bend a lot easier then re weld over the score.but i am with them about just cutting at a 45 and re welding the joint being the best way.After the arc has died the weld remains