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K Factor Calculator

Calculate K Factor





Formula

The formula to calculate the K Factor is:

K=BA(πT(Arπ))πT(1(Arπ))

Where:

What is a K Factor?

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.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

Ar=90×π180=1.5708 radians K=5(π2(1.5708π))π2(1(1.5708π))=0.59195

The K Factor is 0.59195.