To calculate the Offset Bend (OB):
$$OB = (2 \cdot A) - (0.577 \cdot D) - (3 \cdot d)$$
Where:
Offset bending is a process used in metalworking where a material, typically a sheet or tube of metal, is bent in two places to create an “offset” or a “Z” shape. This technique is often used in plumbing, electrical work, and other construction projects to allow materials to bypass obstacles or to fit into specific spaces. The size of the offset is determined by the distance between the two bends.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
$$OB = (2 \cdot 10) - (0.577 \cdot 2) - (3 \cdot 1) = 20 - 1.154 - 3 = 15.846 \text{ inches}$$
The Offset Bend is approximately 15.85 inches.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
$$OB = (2 \cdot 15) - (0.577 \cdot 3) - (3 \cdot 1.5) = 30 - 1.731 - 4.5 = 23.769 \text{ inches}$$
The Offset Bend is approximately 23.77 inches.
