Greenlee 796 Hand Cable Bender 500 Kcmil Ratcheting

Product Description

The GREENLEE 796 is a ratcheting hand cable bender rated for conductors up to 500 kcmil. It is designed for electricians who need to form precise bends in large-gauge cables on the job site without requiring a powered bending machine. The ratcheting mechanism reduces the physical effort needed to work through heavy cable, and the included bending shoe assembly provides consistent bend geometry across repeated operations. This tool is well suited for commercial and industrial electrical work where large-feeder conduit runs and service entrance cables require field bending.

The 796 is used in commercial, industrial, and large-scale residential electrical installations where conductors in the 500 MCM range are routed through EMT or other conduit systems. It is a hand-operated tool, making it practical for locations where power bending equipment cannot be staged. Licensed electricians performing service entrance, switchgear, and feeder work are the primary users of this bender.

Key Features

• Ratcheting action simplifies and speeds cable installation on large-gauge conductors
• Maximum cable capacity of 500 kcmil (500 MCM)
• Compatible with EMT applications up to 500 MCM
• Includes bending shoe assembly and storage box for job site organization
• Includes L-wrench, ratchet extension, and ratchet wrench — no separate tool purchase required

Compatibility

Designed for use with conductors up to 500 kcmil in EMT and similar conduit systems. Confirm conductor size and conduit type against the bending shoe specifications before use.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the NEC and applicable local codes. De-energize all circuits in the work area before pulling or bending conductors. Use the included shoe assembly and wrench components as a matched set — substituting components from other bender models may affect bend accuracy or damage the tool. Store the bender in the included storage box to protect the shoe assembly between uses.