Metalcraft XL5+ Option 4: Tube / Rod Rolling Kit for Metalcraft XL5+ Power Bender
Metalcraft XL5+ Option 4: Tube / Rod Rolling Kit for Metalcraft XL5+ Power Bender
This great add on, Option 4, to the Metalcraft XL5+ Power Bender Tool turns your XL5+ into a Steel Tube and Rod roller allowing one to roll curves or circles in round tubing and solid round rod.
Option 4: Tube / Rod Rolling Kit comprises of a special winding handle and 5 sets of tube/rod dies for forming a range of sizes of round tubing or solid round rod. Popular option as it really enhances the capability of the XL5+ when making furniture and many other projects where round material is required.
5 sets of rollers include: 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", and 1" sizes.
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Solid Round Rod:
3/8" diameter (minimum size).
3/4" diameter (maximum size).
Round Tubing:
1/2" diameter x 16 gauge wall thickness (minimum size).
1" diameter x 16 gauge wall thickness (maximum size).
Minimum dia. (approx.) of circle made with tubing - 18 gauge wall thickness:
1/2" dia. tubing (6" minimum radius)
5/8" dia. tubing (12" minimum radius)
3/4" dia. tubing (16" minimum radius)
7/8" dia. tubing (20" minimum radius)
1" dia. tubing (24" minimum radius)
5 Complete Sets of Tubing Dies Included:
(for thin wall round tubing with O.D.'s of):
1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", and 1".
To prevent tubing from slipping, it is recommended to wipe off any oil on the tubing being rolled.