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48″ Manual Pan and Box Brake – Heavy Duty 12 Gauge Sheet Metal Bending Machine (PB4812) Product Description The MechMaxx 48″ Manual Pan and Box Brake (Model 500302) is a heavy-duty sheet metal forming machine designed for fabrication shops, HVAC professionals, automotive fabricators, and metalworking workshops that require reliable bending performance and long-lasting durability. With a full 48-inch bending width and the ability to handle up to 12 gauge mild steel, this machine is built to tackle demanding fabrication projects. The removable segmented fingers allow operators to form a wide range of sheet metal shapes including boxes, pans, channels, and custom profiles. The adjustable clamping blade and precision pressure beam adjustment provide consistent bending pressure across different material thicknesses, helping produce clean and accurate bends while minimizing distortion. Built for professional use, the PB4812 offers dependable performance for both industrial fabrication shops and serious workshop environments. Built for Precision Sheet Metal Forming This manual sheet metal brake is designed to provide accurate bending performance while giving fabricators the flexibility to create complex sheet metal parts. 48″ bending width capacity for large sheet metal panels Handles up to 12 gauge mild steel Removable segmented fingers for box and pan forming Adjustable clamping blade for precise bending pressure Bending angle range from 0° to 135° Precision beam adjustment for consistent bending results These features allow operators to create a variety of fabricated metal components with improved accuracy and repeatability. Durable & Reliable Construction Built for demanding fabrication environments, the PB4812 features a heavy-duty welded steel frame designed to maintain rigidity during bending operations. The reinforced trussed frame reduces flex while maintaining consistent bending accuracy. Heavy-duty welded steel frame construction Precision-ground hardened steel bending fingers Reinforced structural bracing for maximum stability Counter-balanced dual hammer design for smoother operation Lubrication points to reduce wear and extend machine life This durable construction ensures long-term reliability and consistent performance in fabrication shops and industrial environments. Technical Specifications Maximum Workpiece Width: 48″ (1220 mm) Bending Capacity: 12 Gauge Mild Steel Bending Angle: 0° – 135° Maximum Box Depth: 4″ Minimum Reverse Bend: 1/2″ Box Fingers: 3″ × 4, 4″ × 3, 25″ × 1 (8 fingers total) Machine Footprint: 56-1/2″ × 29″ Net Weight: 1105 lbs Gross Weight: 1278 lbs Packing Size: 65″ × 26″ × 34″