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Iron conduit bender head with 44 in ductile iron handle

Ideal

Ideal 74-028 Electrician Tool Hand Bender 1 In EMT Iron 44 in Handle

SKU CH-W186-RT41F MPN 74-028

Bends 1-inch EMT and ¾-inch rigid conduit with a 44-inch ductile-iron handle for leverage

  • Bends 1 in EMT conduit with 6 1/2 in radius
  • 44 in ductile-iron handle gives strong leverage
  • Iron head with Benfield markings for accurate bends
  • Non-slip pedal keeps foot secure during use
  • Includes handle and head ready for job site

Conduit bender for 1 in EMT and 3/4 in rigid

The IDEAL 74-028 hand bender is built for electricians who form 1 inch EMT aluminium or galvanised steel conduit and 3/4 inch rigid or IMC conduit. An iron head with Benfield markings provides reference points for accurate bends on the job site. A 44 inch ductile iron handle supplies the leverage needed for these trade sizes.

Mechanical limits of the bender design

The tool produces a fixed centreline bend radius of 6 1/2 inches, so tighter curves cannot be achieved without a different radius head. It is rated only for the conduit sizes listed; larger diameters or thicker wall types exceed the head geometry and handle leverage. The non-slip pedal helps stability but does not extend the size range.

Installation is straightforward but alignment

The handle slides into the iron head and locks for use, requiring no separate fasteners. Misreading the Benfield markings or applying force off-centre are the common causes of kinked or off-angle bends. Ensuring the conduit seats fully in the groove before each pull avoids most rework.

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Price $67.99
Cheaper than about 71% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameIDEAL
Model name74-028

Questions about this item

Which conduit size should I pick for 1-inch EMT?

This bender is made for 1-inch EMT and 3/4-inch Rigid or IMC conduit; match the head to the pipe you are bending.

What does the 6 1/2-inch centerline bend radius mean on the job?

The centre of the conduit follows a 6 1/2-inch radius, so every bend uses that same curve for consistent stub-ups and offsets.

How does the 44-inch handle affect the leverage I get?

The 44-inch ductile-iron handle gives long leverage for smooth, controlled bends on 1-inch EMT and 3/4-inch Rigid conduit.

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