Enerpac tube bender to buy? values

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I have a chance at a EnerPac tube bender 1/2" -2" (don't know the exact model yet) . I think it is one with  manual pumped hydraulics.  Cost about $400.  ? Are you familiar with this unit/brand? quality unit worth having or junque?  Opinions? thanks,muchLincoln Power MIG 215Lincoln WeldPak 3200HDLincon ProCut 25Lincoln WeldanPower 225 AC/DCIf all else fails... buy more tools
Reply:Enerpac makes really high quality, expensive, hydraulics.They are used a lot on construction sites.this is the bender they currently make-http://www.enerpac.com/en-US/product...-bender-sets-0New, they run from $2700 to over $4000.http://www.toolfetch.com/Category/Ma...7-STB-101N.htmSo if it is this set, and its $400, its a deal.I have some enerpac stuff in my hydraulic press, and also a portable unit- its really good stuff, and though I have never had a problem, I hear repair parts are expensive.
Reply:Thanks for the info I know nothing much about tube benders. It was an older one... maybe mid 80s yet in real fine shape with 1/2 dozen sizes 1/2" to 2" I.D.  we bent two pieces of pipe to test it.  It wrinkled the thin wall galvanized 1 7/8" some but the piece was useable for gates etc.  and the heavier stuff it liked and did a smooth job.  I have a real nice stand just waiting for such a beast so I bought it... and he came down a bit   yea!Lincoln Power MIG 215Lincoln WeldPak 3200HDLincon ProCut 25Lincoln WeldanPower 225 AC/DCIf all else fails... buy more tools
Reply:Drug it home, it is real nice, and i'm learning ZACTLEE??? what it is I got  Pipe vs Tube etc ad nauseum.  Along with the standard manual hydraulic cylinder/pump it also came with an electric pump/hydraulic supply with a foot pedal to control/move the cylinder.  Works aok and the paint isn't even worn much, all the dies look good. That pump by the way is the most dense thing I ever saw, must weigh 100 pounds and is barely over a foot around, like a block of lead with a handle. enjoy,Lincoln Power MIG 215Lincoln WeldPak 3200HDLincon ProCut 25Lincoln WeldanPower 225 AC/DCIf all else fails... buy more tools
Reply:I don't know about the bender unit but there pumps and cyls are top notch. At work we have a 100 ton ram with an air over hydraulic pump. It either breaks things free or breaks them. Never had a problem with thier stuff.Tough as nails and damn near as smart
Reply:Ries; yes it is the same model, mine has heavy duty wooden box and the electric/hydraulic pump is seperate but yea, that looks just like it. Tresi:  I'm a hobbyist so I have never seen such a beast on a worksite but it appears indestructible and in good shape.  There is a large space on my workbench outside to use it... I would think it'll need some elbow room.  Make "Alamo" gates  for my ranchita is my first plan.enjoy,Lincoln Power MIG 215Lincoln WeldPak 3200HDLincon ProCut 25Lincoln WeldanPower 225 AC/DCIf all else fails... buy more tools
Reply:to quote if all eles fail buy more tools  .i have been  told tools, fishing equment and sex never  to  munch
Reply:the older I get, the more the focus is on tools.  Course I do not live near a good trout stream and I doubt Meg Ryan will ever knock on my door so there U have it.Lincoln Power MIG 215Lincoln WeldPak 3200HDLincon ProCut 25Lincoln WeldanPower 225 AC/DCIf all else fails... buy more tools