Tube bender and method of using same

Details Tube bender and method of using same Tube bender and method of using same

2006-08-29

2006-08-29

Jones, David (Department: 3725)

Metal deforming

By or with work-constrainer and/or manipulated work-forcer

Comprising lever manipulated to force work

C072S388000, C072S217000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07096707

ABSTRACT:
A tube bender comprising a mandrel, a forming member connected to the mandrel for coaction with the mandrel to effectuate bending of a tube wherein the forming member has at least two bending positions defined thereon, a handle pivotally connected to said forming member, and a release member movable relative to said handle and configured to be secured in a locked position relative to said forming member when said handle is selectively moved to any of one said at least two bending positions thereby preventing relative movement between said handle and said forming member. The release member enables an operator to move the release member to an unlocked position to permit such operator to move the handle relative to the forming member between the at least two bending positions.

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Swagelok Product Catalog, Tools and Accessories, p. 4, “Hand Tube Benders.” www.swagelok.com; Oct. 2002.

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