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Review on Tube Bender Kit Refrigeration Ratcheting Tubing Benders Hand Tool 1/4 To 7/8 Inch Aluminium Alloy Replacement Head by Jason Holt

Revainrating 3 out of 5

It will work in a pinch but has some drawbacks

I was able to use this for a few tighter bends but ended up only using it for 2 as removing the actually bending jig was a real pain following the completion of the bend. I actually had to tap it back with a hammer and was afraid I was going to smack the soft copper tubing I was bending. It appears that the plastic/resin jig snags on the frame about 1/2 way through the ratcheting stroke and then is very difficult to get to return when released and requires you to tap it back.

Pros
  • ‎No
Cons
  • May require regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent rust or corrosion