U-416 Finger Bending Brake


Connecticut bench mounted hand brakes are rugged, dependable USA-made tools. The model U416 is a heavy duty bench brake suitable for box and pan or straight bending in up to 16-gauge mild steel. The brake features a removable apron angle and apron insert permitting 14-inch reverse bends in lighter materials. The front to rear adjustment of the U416 allows for a wide range of radius bending. Standard equipment includes: an apron stop rod for repeat bends, extension handles and counterweight to help reduce fatigue when using the brake. Connecticut bench-mounted hand brakes provide an economical means of performing a wide range of sheet metal bending and forming operations. These brakes are of all- steel welded construction, readily adjustable and backed by an industry leading 3-Year Factory Warranty.

SKU: 155100416 Category:
Additional information
Weight 495 lbs
Dimensions 61 × 20 × 28 in
Capacity mild steel, 1-inch flange, with bending bar and angle in place

16 ga/ 1.60 mm

Capacity mild steel, 1-inch flange, with bending angle removed

20 ga./ 1.00 mm

Capacity mild steel, 1-inch flange, with bending bar and angle removed

24 ga./ 0.61 mm

Minimum reverse bend (bar and angle removed)

1/4 in/ 6.35 mm

Maximum lift of beam

1 1/4 in/ 31.75 mm

Finger widths

2,3 and 4 inch/ 51, 72 and 101 mm

Maximum depth of box

4 in/ 102 mm

Front to rear adjustment

5/8 in/ 16 mm

Bench stand (optional)

56" long, 18" wide, 26" high