Woodward Fab
Woodward Fab WFSS10 Shrinker/Stretcher pneumatic accessory
Pneumatic accessory for shrinking and stretching sheet metal up to 18 gauge mild steel, 16 gauge aluminium and 22 gauge stainless steel
- Handles 18 ga mild steel for strong panel shaping
- Works 16 ga aluminium for lighter metal tasks
- Accepts 22 ga stainless for corrosion-resistant work
- 1 in throat depth reaches into curved areas
- Hand-lever actuation gives direct manual control
Pneumatic shrinker-stretcher for sheet metal
The Woodward Fab WFSS10 is a hand-lever operated tool designed to shrink or stretch mild steel up to 18 gauge, stainless steel up to 22 gauge and aluminium up to 16 gauge. It suits panel-beating, restoration and fabrication shops that need to form curves or flanges without a large power machine.
Capacity limits set by throat depth and jaw width
A 1 inch throat depth restricts how far the jaws can reach into a workpiece, while the 1 3/4 inch jaw width limits the length of each bite. Material thicker than the stated gauge ratings will not form cleanly and can damage the tooling.
Bench mounting and common setup issues
The unit bolts to a workbench through its base flange; ensure the surface is flat and the bolts are tight so the lever action does not shift the frame. Misaligned jaws or debris between the dies are the usual causes of uneven shrink or stretch results.
Highlights
- Handles 18 ga mild steel for strong panel shaping
- Works 16 ga aluminium for lighter metal tasks
- Accepts 22 ga stainless for corrosion-resistant work
- 1 in throat depth reaches into curved areas
- Hand-lever actuation gives direct manual control
Specifications
| Brand | WOODWARD FAB |
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Questions about this item
Should I choose the 18 ga mild steel or the 16 ga aluminum capacity for my panel work?
The tool handles 18 ga mild steel, 22 ga stainless and 16 ga aluminium, so pick the gauge that matches the thickest material you will form.
What does the 2 in. capacity mean when I am shaping a fender?
The 2 in. jaw width lets you shrink or stretch flanges up to two inches wide in a single pass.
How does the hand-lever actuation affect the force I can apply?
The hand lever gives direct manual control over jaw pressure for precise shrinking and stretching.
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