How To Build A Sheet Metal Tool Box

The order of operations for this step are as follows.

How to build a sheet metal tool box. Plan the dimensions of your box according to its job. Before we begin we need a plan of action. 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 as pictured i suggest 20 22 gauge steel 3 cut your piece into the same shape as template. Cut two pieces of.

Making a mock up out of cheap material is always a good practice to have when building. Homemade sheetmetal toolbox constructed from 035 sheet stock plywood veneer square tubing rod sliders and drawer handles. Measure the inside width of your tray measure and mark your metal to your needed width and height. Weld the front and back onto.

For a straight cut use a circular saw with a metal cutting. Measure 6 inches from each end and bend the metal 90. 1 first you want to make an expanded template for your box out of cardboard paper etc. Duct metal is a good material.

If you can t visualize how the flat pattern for a box should. You will be bending the four sides up to make the walls so measure out equal lines parallel to the edges. Cut a piece of aluminum measuring 20 by 24 inches. A flat version of your box.

Use the corner notcher to cut out any right angles but be sure to line it up exactly on your lines. Use the cutting torch to cut out each panel and then grind the edges smooth with the hand held grinder. Cut your metal to size. Layout line on your sheet metal to designate where you will be cutting and bending.

Cut your metal to shape. Measure and mark your metal for your desired shape. These lines will mark where the walls are bent 2 x. How to make a sheet metal box step 1.

A typical box will have six panels total with opposite. It shows the layout cutting forming and three different options for welding the box togethe. How to build a metal toolbox step 1. My buddy bob lucchesi inspired this metal box.

This is a tutorial video on how to make a sheet metal tool box. You ll want metal that s thick enough to make for a sturdy box but thin enough to bend. Sheet metal box step 1. He used one just like it in his racing days to.

Step 1 obtain sheet metal.