Tube benders.

**big o** · Aug 8, 2020, 05:43 PM

Two tube benders, one has a reversible wheel for a smaller diameter tube.

**DIYer** · Aug 9, 2020, 06:14 AM

Thanks big o! We've added your Tubing Bender to our Metalworking category,
as well as to your builder page: big o's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Tubing Bender by big o

tags: tubing, bender

**NeiljohnUK** · Aug 12, 2020, 05:55 AM

Neat, have you considered using a bearing mounted wheel on the bender arm instead of the high friction 'shoe'? I work with stainless steel tubing a lot and it makes a huge difference, especially working 1/2" tube. Even my copper benders for household plumbing uses a wheel acting on the shoe to reduce friction.

**Nick79** · Aug 16, 2020, 07:02 PM

Looks like it works well. Could the bearings be smaller and movable to create a tighter bend if using say 1/8" or 3/16" tubing? I have some craft applications that need smaller tubing like that bent without getting crushed.

**big o** · Aug 21, 2020, 02:45 PM

This bender is made by Dubro ,I used it to bend 5/32"A/C tube to replace plastic vacuum lines on
a Ford F150.It's a simple design, makes a 3/8 inside bend on copper or annealed brass.It looks
flimsy [plastic] sleeves, but bends tubing easily. "Hobby Zone" carries it.