3D CNC Rod Bending Machine for 10mm Steel Headrest Rods | Gonger
In-house developed 3D CNC rod bending machine forms 10mm solid steel car headrest rods in one cycle. Stable performance, strong capacity, high cost-efficiency.
Key Specifications
- Materials
- Carbon steel rod, stainless steel rod, aluminum rod
Key Features
- Forms complex double-crank headrest rods in one automated cycle
- In-house designed and developed 3D wire and rod forming machine
- Rotary bending head reaches multiple bend planes without re-fixturing
- Pneumatic clamping keeps solid rods stable during heavy bends
How Do You Bend a 10mm Solid Steel Headrest Rod in One Cycle?
Short answer: With a 3D CNC rod bending machine. The machine in this video — designed and developed in-house by Gonger Machinery — forms automotive headrest support rods from 10mm solid carbon steel in a single automated cycle, producing clean multi-plane bends without re-fixturing the part.
After one year of continuous production across many part types, this 3D forming platform has been optimized for bending strength, dimensional stability, and cost-efficiency.
What the Video Demonstrates
| Step | Operation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pneumatic clamp secures the 10mm steel rod | Zero slip during bending |
| 2 | Rotary bending head forms the first crank | Precise angle, consistent radius |
| 3 | Second and third bends in different planes | True 3D shape, no re-fixturing |
| 4 | Finished headrest rod released | Repeatable part-to-part accuracy |
Key Applications
- Automotive headrest support rods and seat frame rods
- Handles, levers and cranks for appliances (coffee grinders, ovens)
- Medical device frames and fixture rods
- Fencing, guard and rack components in stainless steel
3D CNC Bending vs Traditional Bending Methods
| Criterion | Traditional single-plane bender | Gonger 3D CNC rod bender |
|---|---|---|
| Bend planes | One plane per setup | Multiple planes in one cycle |
| Re-fixturing | Required for 3D shapes | Not required |
| Solid rod capacity | Limited by tooling rigidity | Demonstrated on 10mm solid steel |
| Skill dependency | High operator influence | CNC program controls the form |
| Batch consistency | Variable | Repeatable part to part |
FAQ
What rod sizes can this machine bend? The demonstrated part is a 10mm solid carbon steel rod. Interchangeable bend arms and mandrel discs allow tooling changes for other diameters in steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
Is this machine suitable for small batches? Yes. Program-driven bending makes single prototypes and small batches economical — no dedicated dies are needed for each new shape.
Which materials are supported? Carbon steel (Q235, 45#), stainless steel (201, 304, 316), aluminum (5052, 6061, 7075) and copper, depending on diameter and bend radius.