Build A Sheet Metal Toolbox

You ll want metal that s thick enough to make for a sturdy box but thin enough to bend.

Build a sheet metal toolbox.

Ihope you find this interesting and got inspired by this be saf. Master skills get tool recommendations and most importantly build something of your very own. Requires a drill with 1 8 metal bit crimper straight snips metal file hand bender or breaker and spot welder or rivet gun sold separately. Jan 9 2014 how to make a sheet metal box.

For a straight cut use a circular saw with a metal cutting blade. 1 first you want to make an expanded template for your box out of cardboard paper etc. I have a graph paper drawing in the pics below but its not for this box 2 trace your template on to your piece of sheet metal. A solid pair of cutting glasses will help decrease your chance of getting hurt in case of an accident.

Step 2 bend the metal to make the bottom and sides of the toolbox. Students can use the box for tools or tackle. Since sheet metal fabrication projects are typically large scale they can pose a greater risk for accidents. Ideal for a first sheet metal project.

My buddy bob lucchesi inspired this metal box. Duct metal is a good material. Kwandotechnicplease like share and subscribe my chan. You ll want to start with a rectangular piece.

Cut a piece of aluminum measuring 20 by 24 inches. A flat version of your box. This is a basic tool project. He used one just like it in his racing days to.

Most fab shops will have a drill or drill press handy but sheet metal fabricators should have their own set of drill bits. Galvanized steel construction will not rust. Box may be left plain or painted.