We use a large number of tubes, pipes and conduits for performing electrical & plumbing fittings, as well as fabrication in both industrial and commercial spaces. Depending on the application, we may... Read More
We use a large number of tubes, pipes and conduits for performing electrical & plumbing fittings, as well as fabrication in both industrial and commercial spaces. Depending on the application, we may require them to go in a separate direction than the current pipe length. Then, we add joints or elbows for channeling the supply in a different direction. But in some places, it is difficult to add extra fittings due to fear of leakage or tampering.
Hydraulic pipe benders solve this problem by simply bending the pipes or tubes to the desired bend radius. Read Less
Capability Of One-Shoe Bending For Elbows, Ability To Produce Sweep Bends Where Several Bending Stages Are Necessary, Ability To Be Powered By Manual Or Electric Pumps
Capability Of One-Shoe Bending For Elbows, Ability To Produce Sweep Bends Where Several Bending Stages Are Necessary, Ability To Be Powered By Manual Or Electric Pumps
Combination One-Shot/Sweep Rigid Bender, Capability Of One-Shoe Bending For Elbows, Ability To Produce Sweep Bends Where Several Bending Stages Are Necessary, Ability To Be Powered By Manual Or Electric Pumps
Combination One-Shot/Sweep Rigid Bender, Capability Of One-Shoe Bending For Elbows, Ability To Produce Sweep Bends Where Several Bending Stages Are Necessary, Ability To Be Powered By Manual Or Electric Pumps
Combination One-Shot/Sweep Rigid Bender, Capability Of One-Shoe Bending For Elbows, Ability To Produce Sweep Bends Where Several Bending Stages Are Necessary, Ability To Be Powered By Manual Or Electric Pumps
Hydraulic pipe benders utilise hydraulic pressure to bend steel / aluminium electrical tubes & metal pipes. These pipe benders are capable of withstanding pressures up to 10000 psi to create even & wrinkle-free bends. Selected models further have an auto-stop facility to automatically stop the machine at preset bending angles. These benders can either be manually powered or by using an electric motor. Most of these benders come in a kit that includes bending shoes, a cylinder, two pivot shoes, two pivot pins, the bender frame, a shoe lock pin and a six-foot-long hose. Raptor Supplies offers a broad range of these hydraulic pipe benders from brands like Greenlee, Gardner Bender, RIDGID, Enerpac & Metalpro. These hydraulic pipe benders can bend pipes, conduits & tubings made of iron, steel, mild steel, rigid steel & aluminium. They generally come unassembled for modifying the units according to user specifications. Hydraulic pipe benders from Gardner Bender come in a durable metal job box that can be easily locked and carried using a forklift. They have degree marks cast into place for ensuring accurate bends. These Gardner Bender pipe benders can be powered using both manual or electric pumps for quick bends and reduced conduit kinking. They are available in bend radii ranging from 3-5/16 to 20 inches. Pipe bender sets from Enerpac are contained in a heavy duty storage case with a cylinder, hose, saddle, manual / air / electric pump and an Enerpac pipe bender manual. Their bending shoes & frame have heat-treated aluminium construction for improvement in hardness, strength & ductility. All Enerpac bender sets include BZ-12377 shoe lock pins and BZ-12091 angle indicators for precise bending. Selected bender models are further equipped with a double-acting cylinder capable of directly ejecting the pipe from the curving shoe.
Uses
Hydraulic pipe benders are ideal for use in fabrication shops, manufacturing units and automotive & mechanical industries to shape roll cages, gates, handrails and other sheet metal fabrication projects. They are also suitable for bending electrical & plumbing pipes, conduits or tubes.
Features
Hydraulic pipe benders are used to bend metal pipes to a desired radius. They use a powered cylinder, with a ram, to push pipes inside a preset shoe size. The cylinders are driven using a hand lever, pneumatic / hydraulic supply or electric motor.
It has portable, pin assembled construction with a ram travel scale and bending charts for precise control over bending angles & radius.
Working Mechanism
First, assemble the pipe binder parts and set the ram travel scale to zero by loosening the ram travel scale nut. Tighten the nut after changing the reading.
Insert the conduit into the bender after marking it according to the specifications mentioned in the operation manual for accurate bends.
The bending mark on the conduit should align with the center of the bending shoe.
Find out the ram travel measure necessary from the ram travel table in the manual for accomplishing the bend.
Use the hydraulic / electric / mechanical pump to push the ram into the pipe depending upon the amount of ram travel.
Then, the hydraulic pressure at the pump is released and the conduit is moved to the next bending position. While making an offset bend, the conduit should be rotated 180 degrees before making the second bend.
Repeat the previous steps till the last bend is made.
Remove the pipe from the hydraulic pipe bender.
Standards and Approvals
Hydraulic pipe benders are manufactured in accordance with ASTM, CSA, UL & RoHS standards for ensuring user safety, superior build & performance and environmental health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to do in case of pipe bender failure?
Assuming that the selected pipe bender is the correct choice for bending the required diameter of pipe, the first thing to check is the hydraulic fluid level in the cylinders. Hydraulic leaks due to any broken, cracked, bent or missing parts may compromise the safe operation of the machine. Users should also make sure that the power cord, plug and other electrical components are in a good state. They should also check if the appropriate bending forms are used & supports are placed in symmetrical holes. Finally, grease should be added on the side of the corner bracket for reducing abrasion related damages on contact with the pipe.
How can users select the right pipe bender for their needs?
Firstly, the users should note that the outer diameter of the selected pipe falls in between the pipe diameter range of the hydraulic pipe bender. They should also pay attention to the stroke length of the cylinder plunger and the power source / driving mechanism (hydraulic, electric, manual and mechanical) available for operating the pipe benders.
What accessories are compatible with these hydraulic pipe benders?
Raptor Supplies can deliver a wide range of accessories that fit into the hydraulic pipe benders. Turntable tripods are used to support & position the pipe benders at elevations. Straighteners are ideal for straightening a bent pipe and the foot wheels are suitable for transporting the unit from one location to another. Users should also refill hydraulic oil during regular maintenance services for proper functioning of the hydraulic ram. We also supply replacement parts for replacing the faulty, worn out or old bender components like U brackets, formers, corner supports & fixing pins.
What is the difference between different variants of pipe benders?
Pipe benders have four common types: hydraulic, electric, manual, and mechanical. The hydraulic pipe benders can produce precise angles with thick walls in large pipes and are more durable and strong than other variants. Electric pipe benders feature programmable electric gear drives for producing multiple iterations of the same bend. Manual pipe benders, on the other hand, are cheap, easy to transport and manipulate. They require some skill but allow custom shaping on the basis of bend radius, location and bend angle. Mechanical models of pipe benders combine the benefits of both hydraulic and manual pipe benders.
Does Raptor Supplies offer other variants of hydraulic pipe benders?