What is a slip roll former?

Slip roll former. [click image to enlarge] The slip roll former in Figure 4-60 is manually operated and consists of three rolls, two housings, a base, and a handle. The handle turns the two front rolls through a system of gears enclosed in the housing. The front rolls serve as feeding, or gripping, rolls.

How thick can you bead roll?

Maximum thickness (mild steel): 14-gauge. Maximum thickness (aluminum): 12-gauge. Throat depth: 11-1/2″

When using a slip roll How can you change the radius of the bend being made?

Turn the radius adjust knobs to lift the rear roler until the desired radius bend is reached (figure 19). Make sure t turn the knobs equal amounts so the rear roller is always parallel with the other rollers. Failure to do so will create a larger radius on one end than the other, resulting in a cone shape.

Can you bead roll 16 gauge steel?

The BR-18E-24 power bead roll has a capacity of 16 gauge mild steel and 14 gauge aluminum. Powered by 110V this variable speed bead roller is perfect for most beading applications.

What diameter are bead roller dies?

These roller dies are available in various bead dimensions from 1/8ʺ, 3/16ʺ, ¼ʺ, 5/16 ʺ, 3/8 ʺ and up to 1ʺ.