Accu-Bend
Notch, Flange & Bend
0.040 & 0.063 aluminum channel letters
Produce over
150
channel letters per day*
Reduce fabrication time by as much as
75%
Designed, fabricated, fully-assembled and tested
in the U.S.
*These numbers vary depending on the size and complexity of the letters being made.
The Accu-Bend Stingray is the next evolution in channel letter bending technology—built for sign shops that demand speed, precision, and innovation.
With new dual bending arms and precision cutter, the Stingray effortlessly delivers tighter, sharper bends as small as 3/8 of an inch with minimal operator input. It handles everything from standard .040" painted coils to heavy-duty .063" aluminum—all with precision and consistency.
This cutting-edge machine automatically notches, flanges, bends, and even pre-scribes material for exceptional letter quality—ideal for producing standard, reverse, halo-lit, and trimless letters with unmatched accuracy.
With its first-of-its-kind expandable offload table and automated coil lift system, the Stingray reduces labor demands and enables hands-free production of letters up to 3 feet tall. Whether you're producing high volumes or intricate small-scale jobs, the Stingray delivers speed, quality, and a strong return on investment like no other.
Why the Accu-Bend Stingray is a Smart Investment
The Accu-Bend was the first machine in the world to automatically notch, flange and bend complete channel letters. The Accu-Bend line changed the sign industry forever replacing time-consuming hand fabrication with phenomenal speed and precise channel letter automation. For .063 inch material, nothing comes close to the Accu-Bend Stingray, which is the workhorse in the sign industry.
LABOR-SAVING & AFFORDABLE. Bring legendary Accu-Bend quality and productivity to your shop for less than you would pay for a single employee. Your employees can be trained in as little as one hour to create complete channel letters in just a few minutes.
QUALITY & EASE OF USE. The Accu-Bend Stingray features high-quality components, materials, and a welded steel frame, not a bolt-together frame that can vibrate loose. The main machine ships as one completely assembled and tested machine. You should be up and running channel letters the same day.
ADAPTABLE. Change coil heights in a matter of seconds on the Accu-Bend Stingray.
SUPPORT. Computerized Cutters has the industry’s leading 3-year warranty because we believe and take pride in our quality and workmanship. Unlimited FREE 800 phone support for the life of the machine to the original purchaser. You will never be asked for a credit card or receive a bill to talk to our service department. We even have you covered if you require a video or screen-sharing call.
LEADING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY. Simply import .DXF files into the software and the Accu-Bend does the rest. Runs on 110V AC power and compressed air. Just plug into a standard outlet and go – no special wiring required.
UNMATCHED CAPABILITIES. Create letters as small as 3 inches, and single-piece channel letters, shapes and logos up to 15 feet tall. The Accu-Bend Stingray can do it all.
VERSATILE. The Accu-Bend machines have been creating precision standard channel letters along with Reverse, Halo-lit, and trimless letters for over 25 years.
PRODUCTIVE. The Accu-Bend Stingray reduces labor-intensive hand fabrication by as much as 75 percent or more. Fabricate more letters in less time, with less labor, meaning you should realize an immediate return on your investment.
MADE IN THE U.S.A.The Accu-Bend Stingray is proudly manufactured in the USA and consistently defines excellence in the industry. Known for its robust construction and reliability, these machines have been delivering high-quality performance for decades, ensuring lasting value for sign-making companies throughout the world.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Accu-Bend Stingray
Generally, a letter that takes 45 minutes to an hour to bend by hand can be run on an Accu-Bend machine in about 4 to 7 minutes. It depends on the size of the letter, how complicated the shape is, and which Accu-Bend machine is used.
The Accu-Bend Stingray can produce channel letters as small as 3" and as large as 20' tall.
The smallest width of coil material that can be run on an Accu-Bend Stingray machine is 1 inch.
Yes, the Accu-Bend Stingray can produce trimless channel letters as small as 3" tall or as large as 15' tall.
Our machines run with little maintenance. The Encoder should be cleaned weekly, and possibly more often when .063 coil is used because it is generally a dirtier coil. Our customers call the Accu-Bend Stingray machine the “workhorse” because they continue to run channel letters even after decades of use.
You can be up and running production letters within only a couple of hours. Install and setup entail the following steps:
- Taking the Accu-Bend machine out of the packaging
- Attaching the computer stand
- Plugging in the computer and machine to standard 120v AC outlets
- Connecting the compressed air (90 to 120 PSI clean, dry, compressed air)
Most training is completed the same day by Zoom, computer sharing, video instructions or via phone support.
Included In Your Purchase
Installation + Training
Video installation and training provided by the same factory trained technicians that built your machine.
Computer System + Software
Every Accu-Bend machine is equipped with a complete computer system, including a laptop that comes pre-loaded and tested with the Accu-Bend software. This standard feature ensures you can start working immediately across all models, with no additional setup required.
Feed & Off-Load
Tables + Air
Each Accu-Bend Stingray comes with an automated coil lift system to feed the coil material and an expandable off-load table for finished returns. Our machine only requires a 120V plug and has an air quick disconnect with gauge and water filter.
3-Year Warranty
+ Support
Toll-free customer service and support PLUS the industry’s only three-year warranty.
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Accu-Bend Channel Letter Benders
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| Stingray | Model 26 | ACE+ | ACE | Freedom | Material Thickness | .032 - .063 | .032 - .063 | .032 - .063 | .032 - .040 | .032 - .040 |
| Material Height | 1" - 8" | 1" - 6" | 2" - 6" | 2" - 6" | 3.5" - 5.3" |
| Trimless Capability | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Coil Size / Weight | 29.5 diameter / 300 lbs | 29.5 diameter / 300 lbs | 29.5 diameter / 150 lbs | 25.5 diameter / 100 lbs | 25.5 diameter / 75 lbs |
| Computer Included | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Small Arm & Scribe | YES (New Dual Bending Arm) | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| Offload Table | YES (Expandable) | YES | YES | YES | NO |
| Automated Coil Lift System | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Controllable Material Cutter | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Footprint | 60” x 160” | 53" x 130" | 46" x 110" | 46" x 110" | 26" x 62" |
| Power Requirement | Dedicated 120V | Dedicated 120V | Dedicated 120V | Dedicated 120V | Dedicated 120V |
| Air Requirement | 90 to 120 PSI (6.2 to 8.25 bar) | 110 - 130 PSI (7.6 to 9 bar) | 110 - 130 PSI (7.6 to 9 bar) | 110 - 130 PSI (7.6 to 9 bar) | 110 - 130 PSI (7.6 to 9 bar) |
| Warranty | 3 Year | 3 Year | 3 Year | 3 Year | 3 Year |
| Learn More | Learn More | Learn More | Learn More |