Outside Work: Joggle Questions

What is the primary purpose of a joggle?

To allow clearance for a mating part while maintaining a smooth surface

The "allowance" in a joggle refers to:

The distance between the two bends of the joggle

What is the purpose of keeping the surfaces of the joggling dies free from dirt, filings, and other contaminants?

To prevent marring or scratching the work

Why are aluminum alloy dies preferred over steel dies for producing multiple similar joggles?

Aluminum alloy dies are easier to fabricate and wear about as long as steel dies

What type of tool is recommended for forming joggles on straight flanges or flat pieces of metal?

A cornice brake

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the depth of a joggle?

The depth of the joggle is usually specified in thousandths of an inch

According to the general rule of thumb, what is the recommended allowance for a joggle on a flat sheet?

Four times the thickness of the material

What is the recommended procedure for using joggling dies for the first time?

Both A and B

According to the passage, what should be done after the joggle is formed using joggling dies?

Both A and B

When forming a joggle on a curved part or flange, what type of material is recommended for the joggling dies?

Aluminum alloy