Imagine feeling a flat, rectangular piece of metal with a slightly rough texture and several evenly spaced holes along its length. The words "Crescent" and "Wiss" are printed in raised letters in the center of the metal.
Imagine feeling a flat, rectangular metal tool with raised letters, held firmly by two hands wearing textured gloves. The tool is being pressed down onto a cool, smooth sheet of metal, bending it along the tool's edge.
Imagine feeling a flat, rectangular piece of metal with a slightly rough texture and several evenly spaced holes along its length. The words "Crescent" and "Wiss" are printed in raised letters in the center of the metal.
Imagine feeling a flat, rectangular metal tool with raised letters, held firmly by two hands wearing textured gloves. The tool is being pressed down onto a cool, smooth sheet of metal, bending it along the tool's edge.
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Crescent Wiss Sheet Metal Folding Tool WF12 12 Inch Hand Tool (Dual Throat Depths 16 Gauge Steel HVAC Plenums Bending Fabrication)

In stock
SKU: WF12
$20.99 USD

Description

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Crescent Wiss WF12 12" Sheet Metal Folding Tool

The Crescent Wiss WF12 12-inch sheet metal folding tool executes clean, uniform bends and crisp seams on HVAC plenums, register boots, and custom end caps. Constructed from heavy-duty 16-gauge steel, this folding tool resists channel distortion and maintains precise alignment during high-volume metal fabrication. Outfitted with dual throat depths of 3/8-inch and 1-inch, it equips professional metal fabricators and HVAC technicians with versatile, repeatable bending performance across on-site and shop environments.

Best Used For:

  • HVAC Ductwork and Plenum Fabrication: Forming clean, uniform folds on sheet metal ducts, drive cleats, and transition fittings.
  • Register Boot and End Cap Shaping: Bending precise edges and channel depths to create airtight custom enclosure caps.
  • On-Site Sheet Metal Adjustments: Making quick, accurate manual bends in restricted installation spaces without relying on large shop brakes.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Dual Throat Depths: Features integrated 3/8-inch and 1-inch channel depths for versatile folding applications on varied sheet metal profiles.
  • Heavy-Duty 16-Gauge Steel Construction: Rigid steel body prevents channel widening and ensures long-term structural durability under heavy jobsite use.
  • Precision Jaw Width Alignment: Accurately maintains folding depth to deliver uniform, repeatable bends across every workpiece.
  • Compact 12-Inch Length: Optimized tool sizing ensures easy maneuverability and convenient transport inside standard tool bags.
  • Rawhide Surface Finish: Durable protective exterior coating withstands abrasive workshop conditions and resists corrosion.

What's Included

  • (1) Crescent Wiss WF12 Folding Tool – 12" Length

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Brand Crescent Wiss
Model Part Number (OEM) WF12
Product Tool Classification Sheet Metal Folding Tool / Hand Seamer
Overall Tool Length 12.0 in.
Dual Jaw Throat Depths 3/8 in. and 1.0 in. Channels
Maximum Jaw Capacity 3/8 in. (0.375 in.)
Body Material Metallurgy Heavy-Duty 16-Gauge Steel
Exterior Finish Protection Rawhide Protective Coating
Overall Tool Width Dimension 3.8 in.
Total Tool Weight 1-3/10 lb (1.3 lb / 20.8 oz)
California Proposition 65 Notice Cancer and Reproductive Harm Warning
Universal Product Code (UPC) 037103239945

Pro-Tip: Slide the appropriate throat depth fully onto the sheet metal edge and apply even manual pressure along the 12-inch length to achieve sharp, uniform 90-degree bends without warping the metal face.