TB-12 Bead Bender Beading Machine 8 Inch Rotary Forming Tool For 18 Gauge Metal Up To 0.048 Inch Thickness Heavy Duty Cast Iron Construction With 4 Standard Rollers For HVAC Fabrication And Sheet Metal Projects

8-Inch Bead Roller - single unit with 4 rollers, 18 GA
✔️ Heavy-duty cast iron frame, 4 rollers, 8in throat, 18 ga max (1.22 mm)

The bead roller is a heavy-duty sheet metal forming tool designed for precise beads, ribs, and panels. It's a staple in HVAC fabrication, automotive body work, and construction projects where clean, accurate bends matter. Weighing over 100 lbs, it ships as a solid, stable machine; lift-gate service is available to help unload if needed.

✅ 18 gauge (1.22 mm) sheet metal capacity
✅ Cylinder length 5.5 in (140 mm)
✅ Throat depth 8 in (203 mm) for robust bends
✅ Includes 4 standard rollers for multiple bead profiles
✅ Heavy-duty cast iron construction; weight >100 lb

💡 What is a sheet metal bead roller used for in fabrication?

A handy tool for forming beads, ribs, and panels to add strength and seal in metal assemblies.

- Beads and ribs on steel, aluminum, and other metals
- Handy for HVAC ducts, automotive panels, and construction work
- Helps produce consistent, strong bends with adjustable rollers