Ideal 74-019 Hand Conduit Bender Handle 0.5 Inch

Product Description

The IDEAL 74-019 is a replacement handle designed for hand conduit benders used in electrical conduit work. Constructed from steel, this handle provides the leverage and durability needed to make clean, accurate bends in 0.5 inch EMT and IMC conduit. It is a direct service component that keeps existing bender heads operational without requiring full tool replacement. Licensed electricians and apprentices working in commercial and residential wiring installations rely on replacement handles like this to maintain productivity on the job site.

This handle is intended for use with hand benders operating on 0.5 inch conduit in standard electrical rough-in applications. It is suited for both EMT and IMC conduit systems commonly found in residential, light commercial, and industrial wiring runs. The handle restores full function to a bender head that has sustained handle damage, making it a practical service part for any electrical contractor or maintenance crew.

Key Features

• Steel construction for durability under repeated bending loads
• Compatible with 0.5 inch EMT capacity bender heads
• Compatible with 0.5 inch IMC capacity bender heads
• Sold as a single replacement handle unit
• Designed as a direct replacement to restore full bender function

Compatibility

Designed for use with IDEAL bender heads 74-001 and 74-002.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician familiar with hand bending tools. Ensure the bender head is fully disengaged and the tool is not under load before swapping the handle. Follow the tool manufacturer guidelines for securing the handle to the bender head assembly. All conduit bending work should comply with applicable NEC requirements for conduit fill and bend radius.