Ridgid 36127 Lever Tube Bender 12 Mm 38 Mm Bend Radius

Product Description

The RIDGID 36127 is a lever-style instrument tube bender designed for precision bending of annealed copper, steel, and stainless steel tubing with an actual outside diameter of 12 mm and a wall thickness of 0.06 inches or less. It produces bends up to 180 degrees with a fixed bend radius of 38 mm. The offset cushion grip handles reduce hand fatigue during repeated 180-degree bends, while the 90-degree start angle and oil-absorbing shoe work together to minimize bending effort and keep the tube tracking accurately through the full arc. Licensed HVAC technicians, refrigeration mechanics, and instrumentation technicians are the typical installers of this tool.

This bender is suited for light-gauge tubing applications common in HVAC instrumentation lines, refrigeration interconnecting tubing, and light plumbing or gas instrument runs where a consistent 38 mm bend radius is required. It handles both inch and metric tube sizes within its 12 mm outside diameter capacity. The tool is equally applicable in residential and commercial service work where compact, accurate bends in annealed tubing are needed without a dedicated pipe bending machine.

Key Features

• Bends annealed copper, steel, and stainless steel tubing up to 12 mm actual outside diameter
• Maximum bend angle of 180 degrees with a 38 mm fixed bend radius
• Wall thickness capacity of 0.06 inches or less for consistent results
• Offset cushion grip handles reduce fatigue during 180-degree bends
• 90-degree start angle simplifies setup and bend reference
• Oil-absorbing shoe minimizes friction and bending effort through the full arc

Compatibility

Designed for annealed copper, steel, and stainless steel tubing with an actual outside diameter of 12 mm and wall thickness at or below 0.06 inches. Accommodates both inch and metric tube sizes within that outside diameter capacity.

Installation Notes

This tool is operated by hand and requires no power source. Before bending, confirm the tubing material is fully annealed and wall thickness does not exceed the rated 0.06 inches to avoid kinking or tool damage. Mark the desired bend location clearly before engaging the shoe, and align the start mark with the 90-degree reference point on the bender for accurate results. Follow all applicable trade codes and jobsite safety procedures when working on pressurized systems before and after tube fabrication.

Technical Specifications

• Tube Outside Diameter Capacity: 12 mm
• Bend Radius: 38 mm
• Maximum Bend Angle: 180 degrees
• Maximum Wall Thickness: 0.06 inches
• Compatible Materials: Annealed copper, steel, stainless steel

Standard Information

• Brand: RIDGID
• Manufacturer Part Number: 36127