Hydroforming question
Hydroforming question
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I have a question for anyone who is experienced in hydroforming, please, no theorists, I need practical info.
What kind of fluid pressure would I need to hydroform the following part in a bladder-press: 5052-H32 alloy aluminum .080 sheet. Finished part size 46 inches long by 15 inches wide by 3.25 depth of draw. No irregular features except for a stiffening pocket on the major face approx 40 by 9 by .25 deep. 1 inch radius all corners.
Anybody who could shed some light, I would appreciate it. I'm very new to hydroforming.
What kind of fluid pressure would I need to hydroform the following part in a bladder-press: 5052-H32 alloy aluminum .080 sheet. Finished part size 46 inches long by 15 inches wide by 3.25 depth of draw. No irregular features except for a stiffening pocket on the major face approx 40 by 9 by .25 deep. 1 inch radius all corners.
Anybody who could shed some light, I would appreciate it. I'm very new to hydroforming.





RE: Hydroforming question
15,000 PSIG.
Here is the website of a free booklet on hydroforming.
http://membernet.pma.org/mfmarket/store/product.asp?sku=152