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Cracked the springback puzzle on a tricky bend. Die clearance was the key.
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the_kelly1mo ago
Couldn't material prep trump clearance, @kim_perry?
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kim_perry1mo ago
Die clearance absolutely makes or breaks springback control on tight radii. Too tight and the material work-hardens, exacerbating the rebound (a classic headache on high-strength steels). Dialing in that sweet spot often requires a test bend or two, but it's worth the setup time.
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tyler_white1mo ago
How often do we blame material prep when die clearance is the real culprit? I used to prioritize material conditioning, but @kim_perry's point about work-hardening on tight radii shifted my focus. Now I see that dialing in clearance first saves more headaches than any prep work.
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