General 100-1/4 Manual Tubing Bender 1/4 Inch

Product Description

The GENERAL 100-1/4 is a manual tubing bender designed for forming soft tubing up to 1/4 inch in diameter. With an overall length of 10-5/8 inches, this hand-operated tool gives HVAC technicians, refrigeration mechanics, and plumbers the leverage needed to produce clean, kink-free bends in copper, aluminum, or other soft tubing. No power source is required, making it a practical addition to a field service kit or service van. At 0.1 pounds, the tool is lightweight and easy to carry on the job.

This tubing bender is suited for residential and light commercial HVAC and refrigeration work where 1/4 inch tubing runs are common. Typical applications include forming line set segments, capillary tube routing, and small-diameter refrigerant or pneumatic control line work. Its compact size makes it practical for tight mechanical rooms and confined equipment spaces where larger bending tools are difficult to maneuver.

Key Features

• Manual operation requires no power source or compressed air
• Maximum tubing capacity of 1/4 inch diameter
• Overall length of 10-5/8 inches for controlled leverage during bending
• Lightweight at 0.1 pounds for easy transport in a tool bag or service kit
• Designed to produce clean bends while minimizing kinking or deformation of soft tubing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand tool for use with soft tubing up to 1/4 inch in diameter, typical of residential and light commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing applications.

Installation Notes

This tool is typically used by licensed HVAC technicians, refrigeration mechanics, and plumbers during line set fabrication or equipment service. Always isolate and recover refrigerant from any system before working on tubing connected to a sealed refrigerant circuit. Ensure tubing is properly supported before and after the bend to avoid stress concentrations at the bend point. Follow applicable mechanical codes and manufacturer tubing specifications for minimum bend radius.