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3.5mm 201 Protection Bars Bent Automatically
Automatic CNC bending of 3.5mm 201 stainless rod into protection bar pins - small parts produced by the bin.
Key Specifications
- Materials
- 201 stainless steel rod, 3.5 mm
Key Features
- Small-diameter rod runs fast
- Bright 201 surface resists rust
- Automatic cycles fill bins
- Short bend locks into guard
Why Use Small Rod for Protection Bars?
Short answer: Light, fast and cheap in volume. This video shows 3.5mm 201 stainless rod bent into protection bar pins on an automatic CNC line - small parts with one short bend, produced into bins at high speed.
What the Video Demonstrates
| Step | Operation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rod fed | Start position |
| 2 | Short bend formed | Pin shape |
| 3 | Cut and drop | Bin fills |
| 4 | Hand check | Part verified |
Key Applications
- Guard and screen fasteners
- Protective bar pins
- Small appliance hardware
Why 201 Stainless
| Carbon steel | 201 stainless (shown) |
|---|---|
| Needs coating | Economical corrosion resistance |
| Can stain | Bright visible finish |
FAQ
Can the pins be made longer? Yes - leg length is controlled by the feed program.
What batch size works best? Small parts are efficient from prototype to volume.
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