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product_id: 78287297
title: "RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender, 1/2-inch Tubing Bender"
price: "€ 499.41"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78287297-ridgid-38048-model-608-heavy-duty-pipe-bender-1-2
store_origin: PT
region: Portugal
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# 16-inch extra-long handles for max leverage 1/2-inch tubing capacity with 1.5-inch bend radius 2-stage bending from 90° to 180° RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender, 1/2-inch Tubing Bender

**Price:** € 499.41
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Bend like a boss — precision, power, and pro-level performance in your hands!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender, 1/2-inch Tubing Bender
- **How much does it cost?** € 499.41 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78287297-ridgid-38048-model-608-heavy-duty-pipe-bender-1-2)

## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built-In Stability:** Integrated vice clamp ensures your tubing stays perfectly in place for consistent results
- • **Effortless Leverage:** Extra-long 16-inch handles reduce strain and boost control for professional-grade bends
- • **Compact Yet Heavy-Duty:** Robust steel construction at just 3 kg, designed for on-the-go pros who demand durability
- • **Versatile 2-Stage Design:** Seamlessly bend pipes from 90° up to 180° without handle crossover—work smarter, not harder
- • **Precision Bends Every Time:** Engineered for stainless steel, steel, and titanium tubing with flawless accuracy

## Overview

The RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender is a professional-grade tool designed for bending 1/2-inch stainless steel, steel, and titanium tubing. Featuring a 2-stage bending mechanism from 90° to 180°, extra-long 16-inch handles for enhanced leverage, and an integrated vice clamp for stability, this durable steel bender delivers precise, effortless bends with a compact 3 kg frame ideal for construction, plumbing, and industrial use.

## Description

RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender, 1/2-inch Tubing Bender : desertcart.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Review: Easy to bend even a thick tube - Although bulky and heavy, it worked like a charm for the 6 mm tube 1 mm thick I had to bend.... Smooth and effortless. 10 out 10.
Review: Great tool - Best value I’ve purchased in a long time. They work as they should and it’s a very good value not going to lie. I was nervous about it, but for the price I paid I’m very satisfied. Hope this helps.

## Features

- Delivers high-quality bending performance for stainless steel and other hard tubing like steel and titanium
- 2-stage design allows for in-place bending from 90 degrees to 180 degrees without ever crossing handles
- Extra-long 16-inch (40 cm) handles increase leverage and roll dies in the bending form reduce force needed
- Vice clamp built into bending form provides extra stability
- Tube bender has a 1/2-inch outer diameter capacity and 1-1/2-inch bend radius

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B008ULY74G |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 160,371 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 106 in Rebar Cutters & Benders |
| Colour | Black; Red; Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (234) |
| Date First Available | 29 April 2013 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Pipe Bender |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 3 kg |
| Item model number | 38048 |
| Manufacturer | Ridgid |
| Material | Steel |
| Measurement System | Inches |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of handles | 2 |
| Part number | 38048 |
| Power source type | hand_powered |
| Product Dimensions | 60.96 x 10.16 x 7.62 cm; 3 kg |
| Size | 1/2 inch |
| Specific uses | Construction, Plumbing, Industrial Use |
| Style | Modell 608 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** RIDGID
- **Colour:** Black; Red; Silver
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00095691380487
- **Item weight:** 3 Kilograms
- **Manufacturer:** Ridgid
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **UPC:** 095691380487

## Images

![RIDGID 38048 Model 608 Heavy-Duty Pipe Bender, 1/2-inch Tubing Bender - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31PBQzZDrSL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am starting out and want a good bending tool ... can I use this for bending 1/2" copper pipe?**
A: no 1/2" pipe has an o.d. of 0.840" this tool is fpr material with an o.d. of 0.500"

**Q: Will this bend 1/2 emt conduit?**
A: No. The diameter is totally different between the 2 unfortunately. 1/2 tubing the O.D. is 1/2" as to where 1/2" conduit the I.D. will be 1/2" and the O.D will be around 5/8" iirc

**Q: What country is this bender made in?**
A: Ridgid #38048 is made in China.

Thanks, BW2

**Q: Will these bend .065 wall tubing?**
A: yes it will bend 0.065" wall tubing,

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to bend even a thick tube
*by J***A on 5 March 2021*

Although bulky and heavy, it worked like a charm for the 6 mm tube 1 mm thick I had to bend.... Smooth and effortless. 10 out 10.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tool
*by W***S on 7 November 2025*

Best value I’ve purchased in a long time. They work as they should and it’s a very good value not going to lie. I was nervous about it, but for the price I paid I’m very satisfied. Hope this helps.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth it
*by S***I on 31 January 2026*

Expensive but worth it. I had purchased a cheaper bender for my 16 gauge stainless tube and I snapped one of the arms. This bender bent it with ease.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-13*