A sheet metal part with bend facets for a press break application has the arc divided into a number of equal parts and each part on the arc is connected to the corner forming a series of triangular facets.

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This is a common technique known as "facet bending" or "multi-bend". The arc of the sheet metal is divided into equal parts and each part is connected to the corner, creating triangular facets. This allows for easy bending on a press brake and results in a more accurate and consistent bend angle.

A Sheet Metal Part with Bend Facets for a Press