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JET 24 Inch Planishing Hammer
- $532.00
- Brands JET
- Product Code: 756121
- Availability: In Stock
JET 24in Planishing HammerProduct OverviewThe JET 24in Planishing Hammer is a professional metal-forming machine designed for shaping, smoothing, and refining sheet metal and other metalwork. It uses controlled pneumatic hammering to gradually stretch and shape metal surfaces, making it particularly useful for automotive restoration, fabrication, custom bodywork, and general metalworking.With its ..
Professional 24 Inch Planishing Hammer for Metalwork
JET 24in Planishing Hammer
Product Overview
The JET 24in Planishing Hammer is a professional metal-forming machine designed for shaping, smoothing, and refining sheet metal and other metalwork. It uses controlled pneumatic hammering to gradually stretch and shape metal surfaces, making it particularly useful for automotive restoration, fabrication, custom bodywork, and general metalworking.
With its substantial throat depth and adjustable operating controls, the JET planishing hammer gives fabricators the control needed to work on panels and curved components while minimizing excessive surface distortion.
Key Features
24-inch throat depth provides generous working space for larger panels and components.
Pneumatic operation delivers consistent hammering action for controlled metal forming.
Adjustable air pressure and regulator allow the operator to tailor impact force to the material and application.
Foot-operated control helps keep both hands available for positioning and guiding the workpiece.
Adjustable hammering intensity provides greater control when moving between delicate finishing work and heavier forming operations.
Rigid steel construction provides a stable platform during repeated hammering.
Designed for planishing, smoothing, shaping, and finishing sheet metal.
Suitable for professional fabrication and restoration environments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | JET |
| Product Type | Planishing hammer |
| Throat Depth | 24 in. |
| Operation | Pneumatic |
| Control | Foot pedal |
| Primary Function | Sheet-metal shaping and planishing |
| Air Pressure | Adjustable |
| Application | Metal fabrication, restoration, bodywork |
| Construction | Heavy-duty steel |
| Intended Use | Professional / industrial |
Precise Metal Shaping
A planishing hammer is used to refine the shape and surface of metal rather than simply remove material. The JET 24-inch model allows an operator to gradually work a panel between the hammer and anvil, helping produce smooth contours and remove high spots or surface imperfections.
This makes the machine especially useful when fabricating curved panels or restoring components where maintaining a controlled surface profile is important.
24-Inch Throat Depth
The 24-inch throat gives the operator considerable reach into larger workpieces. This is particularly useful for automotive panels, body sections, motorcycle components, custom fabrication, and other sheet-metal parts that are too large for compact benchtop planishing hammers.
The additional working space also provides greater flexibility when positioning panels around the hammer and anvil.
Pneumatic Operation
The pneumatic hammering mechanism provides repeated impacts that can be adjusted according to the material and forming requirements. Lower-impact settings can be used for delicate finishing work, while higher settings can provide more aggressive material movement when forming thicker or more resistant sheet metal.
An appropriate compressed-air supply should be used, with pressure regulated according to the manufacturer's operating requirements.
Foot-Operated Control
The foot-operated control allows the operator to activate the hammer while keeping both hands free to guide and rotate the workpiece. This is especially helpful when working on curved panels because precise movement of the material is essential for achieving an even surface.
Typical Applications
The JET 24in Planishing Hammer is well suited for:
Automotive body restoration
Custom car and motorcycle fabrication
Sheet-metal forming
Panel repair
Metal shaping
Surface smoothing
Fabrication of curved panels
Custom metalwork
General restoration projects
Benefits for Fabricators
The machine provides several advantages for users who regularly work with sheet metal:
Controlled forming: Gradual hammering allows the operator to move metal precisely rather than relying on heavy impact.
Large working area: The 24-inch throat accommodates larger panels and gives the operator greater freedom when positioning workpieces.
Hands-free activation: Foot control makes it easier to guide material through complex curves.
Versatile finishing: The hammer can be used for both shaping and refining metal surfaces depending on the selected tooling and operating settings.
Choosing the Right Tooling
The performance of a planishing hammer depends heavily on using the correct hammer and anvil dies for the material and desired contour. Flat, domed, and other profiles can be selected to match the shape being formed.
Always ensure that replacement tooling is compatible with the JET machine and securely installed before operation.
Safety Considerations
Operators should wear appropriate eye and hearing protection when using the planishing hammer. The workpiece should be securely controlled, and hands should remain clear of the hammer-and-anvil working area.
Because the machine uses compressed air and generates repeated impact forces, users should follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and maintain the pneumatic system properly.
Why Choose the JET 24in Planishing Hammer?
The JET 24in Planishing Hammer is a practical solution for professional metalworkers who need controlled pneumatic forming over a large working area. Its 24-inch throat, pneumatic hammering action, and foot-operated control make it particularly useful for automotive restoration, custom fabrication, and sheet-metal shaping.
For shops working with larger panels and requiring greater control than manual metal-forming methods provide, this planishing hammer offers a versatile platform for shaping, smoothing, and refining sheet-metal components.