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Originally Posted by James Tonthat
Another reason is you will need a bit of clearance for spring back when it gets bent. It's bendable as is, if the shop has sectionalized punches but as Gary pointed it, it would make it a bit easier for the shop. Although, sectionalized punches are pretty standard. I might put in a relief where the bends meet.
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Gary & James,
Thanks for the suggestions. You are both correct. As I said this was a training exercise we did to teach some CAD concepts. The design probably could be a little better.
A gap where the flanges meet probably would be a great idea especially as it would also help make the part slightly (not much) lighter too. Possibly also could use some weight reducing holes in the vertical faces as well.
Anyone that wants to use it can feel free to do so, and also feel free to modify it and make it even better.
@Taylor: It would be really cool if AndyMark picked this concept up and ran with it. Might even send them the design.