The formula to calculate the K Factor is:
K=BA−(π⋅T⋅(Arπ))π⋅T⋅(1−(Arπ))
Where:
The K Factor is a ratio that represents the location of the neutral axis with respect to the thickness of the sheet metal being bent. It is a critical value used in sheet metal design to predict how the material will deform during bending. The K Factor varies depending on the material, the type of bending operation, and the specific machinery used.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
Ar=90×π180=1.5708 radians K=5−(π⋅2⋅(1.5708π))π⋅2⋅(1−(1.5708π))=0.59195
The K Factor is 0.59195.