RIDGID 36097 (406) Manual Pipe Bender, 3/8" for Copper and Thin Steel Pipe

Lever-Type Tube Bender RIDGID 36097 (406) size 3/8 in. for copper and thin-wall steel tubing
A model 406 lever-type tube bender manufactured from high-quality steel with a powder-coated finish for maximum durability. Designed to deliver superior bending performance for tubing with a 3/8" outside diameter, whether copper, steel, or stainless steel (wall thickness up to 0.06" or 1.5 mm). Ergonomically designed cushion grips reduce fatigue during operation, especially when performing 180-degree bends. Featuring a 90-degree starting angle and an oil-absorbing shoe, it ensures smooth bends with less effort. Clear scale markings provide precise bending without wrinkling or kinking.

Features
- Accurate and wrinkle-free bending: Designed to produce smooth, uniform bends without kinks
- Multi-material bending capability: Suitable for thin-wall copper, steel, and stainless steel tubing (wall thickness ≤ 0.06" / 1.5 mm)
- Offset Cushion Grip handles: Provide operating comfort and reduce fatigue, especially when forming 180-degree bends
- 90° start angle and oil-absorbing shoe: minimizes bending effort and delivers accurate bends
- Clear markings: features an easy-to-read scale to determine bend angles and radii, ensuring precise results
- Durable construction: made of high-grade steel with a powder-coated finish for long service life

Applications
- Air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC & Refrigeration): for the installation and servicing of refrigerant piping systems
- Automotive: used for brake lines, fuel lines, and other piping work
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems: for bending pressure control lines
- Plumbing: used in small-diameter water piping applications
- General Industry: for bending tubing in machinery maintenance and installation