All of our bending tools are designed to make every bend something to be proud to show off and a lot easier to complete. That is why we guarantee our tube-working tools, including benders, flaring and swaging tools to be free of material and workmanship defects for the lifetime of the tool. First models of the new pipe bender were designed and 3D printed in the engineering suite at Monument. They weigh under 500g, and that’s pretty-lightweight, but they certainly provide more than enough power to get the job done. Commonly used by plumbers, a tube bender is an essential piece of equipment to get the job done efficiently.

My information will not be shared with any third party (see our Privacy Statement - opens in a new window). Goods remain the property of Sitebox Ltd until paid for in full as per our full terms and conditions. On a few benders we seem to have overtigtened the nyloc nut and bolt which has reduced the gap on the Lever Arm. It goes without saying creasing affecting the integrity of the pipe long term, and that’s a big no-no. The single sizes of each bender with their shorter bending arms and lightweight aluminium die casting makes each bender lighter to carry and the design of the 15mm-XV is small enough to fit inside a toolbag.Bending of copper pipe ensures unrestricted flow of water and can also create attractive, crafted finishes on installations. Thanks for reading our 5-minute review of the best copper pipe benders for plumbers and heating engineers. Toolstop Limited is a credit broker, not a lender and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 737231). When Monument look to design, manufacture and market a new product we look to create products which will save the engineer time. The 15mm 22mm pipe bender or tube bender is an essential part of the toolkit for any heating or plumbing engineer.

And let’s face it, two separate guides just mean you have two more things to lose, and two more things you’ve got to find in your van every morning. The Monument® and Shetack® branded catalogue from June 1933 clearly shows a version of a portable pipe bender / tube bender being sold over 85 years ago.Body and crossbar for 1/4” to 7/8”, 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 1/2”, 5/8”, 3/4” and 7/8” mandrels and Reverse Bending Attachment.