Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
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I'm bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" schedule 40 pipe (OD=1.9", Wall=.144) and i'm having trouble with the pipe snapping with or with out heating the bend. I am not sure about the bender i am using but it is the only one avaliable to me Here is a link to the bender i am using.
http://ww w.northern tool.com/w ebapp/wcs/ stores/ser vlet/Produ ctDisplay? storeId=69 70&pro ductId=628 &R=628
If you have any tips on how to sucessfuly bend it i would highly appriciate it.
Thanks
Aaron Scholl
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If you have any tips on how to sucessfuly bend it i would highly appriciate it.
Thanks
Aaron Scholl





RE: Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
6061 is not suitable for "tight" bends.
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RE: Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
RE: Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
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Making the best use of this Forum. FAQ559-716
How to get answers to your SW questions. FAQ559-1091
Helpful SW websites every user should be aware of. FAQ559-520
RE: Bending 6061-T6 1-1/2" Nom. diameter schedule 40 Pipe
I consult for a company that makes handrails out of 1 1/2" sch 40 6061 pipe (which is the minimum size that meets the standard OSHA loading). They use a 4 1/2" inside radius. There is some flattening on the outside radius but it appears to be cosmetic only. They do not heat the pipe or the bending dies.