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Richard: I would have no hesitation to use a #5-40 die. I was planning on cutting the threads before bending as you suggested. If you viewed my drawing the bends are 90 degrees in a square U-bolt shape. I would want to use some soft type of steel or possibly aluminum stock. I have to make about 50 o...

Can this material be easily bent to the enclosed shape? I need to make this out of a metal that's easy to bend.

I have to cut each piece to be 5" and then thread both ends. Then bend it into a square u-shape. Haven't been
able to find it on the internet. I would purchase it if I could find it.

I'm planning on making some 6/32 threaded rod for a project. Where can I source some .138 rod to fabricate
with a 6/32 die?