Top 8 Used Tube & Pipe Benders for Sale – Comparison Guide
If you’re shopping for a used tube or pipe bender, you’re trying to balance three things: Used Tube Bender Guide is aimed to help you navigate the most suitable machine for your facility. ● Capacity (OD, wall, CLR, section type) ● Control (manual, NC, CNC, all-electric) ● Risk (hidden problems, downtime, no parts or support)
The good news: you don’t have to start from a blank slate. In this guide, we’ll walk through 8 proven used benders currently in the UTB Michigan inventory, compare where each one shines, and show you how to match machines to your jobs—not just your budget. We’ll also point you to deeper resources like the master list of used tube benders for sale and troubleshooting content so you can avoid expensive missteps after the machine hits your floor. How to compare used tube & pipe benders (quick framework) Before we dive into the individual machines, it helps to frame how to compare them. Key factors: ● Capacity: Max OD, wall, CLR, and section shape (round, square, angle, flats). ● Material mix: Mild steel, stainless, aluminum, exotic alloys. ● Control level: Manual hydraulic, NC, CNC, all-electric. ● Production profile: Prototyping, short runs, or 24/7 production. ● Support & learning curve: Do your operators have the vocabulary and training to run the machine safely and consistently? If your team is newer to bending or you’re mentoring up a younger operator, it’s worth bookmarking the tube & pipe
bending glossary of essential terms along with the industry abbreviations and meanings list so “CLR”, “YBC”, and “OD/WT” become shared language on the shop floor. With that in mind, let’s look at the machines. 1. Used
SOCO SB-63AUTO CNC Tube Bender – Versatile CNC workhorse
🔗 Used SOCO SB-63AUTO CNC tube bender If you’re looking for a modern, production-ready CNC bender in the small-to-mid diameter range, this SOCO SB-63AUTO is a strong candidate. Highlights: ● 2012 build, CNC hydraulic tube bender Bender Parts ● Typically covers O.D. 10–90 mm (application-dependent) ● RH (clockwise) rotation ● Hydraulic mandrel extractor + pressure die assist ● 3 programmable axes: ● Electric servo feed ● Electric servo rotation ● Hydraulic bending (NC) ● Designed to be fully automatic and cost-effective Best for:
● Job shops running repeat production in automotive, HVAC, furniture, or general fabrication ● Teams that need CNC repeatability but don’t yet need all-electric speed or the price tag that comes with it Pairing this machine with a solid bend calculation process (see the explainer on how to calculate the bend of a tube) can significantly shorten the “print to first good part” curve. 2. Conrac
255 Hydraulic Tube Bender – Heavy 4″ schedule 80 capacity
🔗 Conrac 255 hydraulic tube bender The Conrac 255 is built for serious wall thickness and long parts that require consistent torque and support. Highlights: Bender Parts ● RH (clockwise) rotation ● Hydraulic mandrel extractor ● Current Tech “CAB” control (being repaired so it’s fully functional) ● Tube/pipe booster ● Approx. 4″ schedule 80 pipe capacity at 1.5D ● Approx. 23′ over mandrel ● Approx. 6″ CLR with booster; ~12″ CLR without ● 25 HP motor, approx. 13,000 lbs Best for:
● Industrial and structural applications where wall thickness and torque are the main constraints ● Long, heavy parts where a booster and long bed length make the difference between “possible” and “not practical” If you’re dealing with recurring wrinkling, tearing, or flattening on tight radii in heavier wall stock, it’s worth reviewing the top problems UTB solves in tube and pipe bending to see how tooling and setup interact with raw machine capability. 3. Used
Pines #4 Hydraulic Tube Bender – Big-tube specialist
🔗 Used Pines #4 hydraulic tube bender The Pines #4 is the bruiser in this lineup—designed for large-diameter, heavy-wall tube and pipe. Highlights: Bender Parts ● Rotary draw bender, large frame, high-pressure hydraulic system ● Typically capable of up to ~6″ OD, depending on wall and tooling ● Built for heavy-duty industrial environments (shipbuilding, power, infrastructure, heavy equipment) ● Multiple control configurations possible (manual, semi-auto, NC/CNC depending on the unit) ● Known for rugged engineering and long-term serviceability
Best for: ● Oil & gas, shipyards, power generation, structural steel ● Fabricators moving into true large-diameter bending where smaller machines lack the frame and hydraulic muscle to keep bends clean and within spec If you’re modernising an older process—from drawings and hand layout to a more digital workflow—pairing a machine like this with a process like tube bending in 2025: from print to first part right is how you reduce startup scrap and first-article anxiety. 4. Used
Imcar CPHV 130 Angle Roll Bender – Structural shapes & sections
🔗 Used Imcar CPHV 130 angle roll bender (2002) This one is the outlier in the list—in a good way. The Imcar CPHV 130 isn’t a rotary-draw tube bender; it’s an angle roll built for structural profiles and sections. Highlights: Bender Parts ● 2002 build, located in California ● Tons of tooling included ● Example capacities: ● Angle leg out: 5″ x 5″ x 5/8″ ● Angle leg in: 5″ x 5″ x 1/2″
● Flats hard way: 6″ x 1″ ● Flats easy way: 9″ x 2″ ● Square bar: 3-3/8″ Best for: ● Structural and architectural rolling ● Frames, rings, flanges, and large structural shapes ● Shops who want to expand from tube-only work into angle and section rolling without buying new iron If you’re not sure how to evaluate angle/section requirements vs tube requirements, the tube & pipe conversion formula commentary can help you translate prints into real-world machine capacity conversations. 5. Used
Horn HMT 2.5ECNC-SS All Electric CNC Tube Bender – Fast, all-electric 2.5″ stainless
🔗 Used Horn HMT 2.5ECNC-SS all-electric CNC tube bender If you need speed, repeatability, and lower energy consumption, this Horn HMT 2.5ECNC-SS is the modern, all-electric option in the list. Highlights: Bender Parts ● All-electric CNC tube bender, single stack design ● “In-between” size: 2.5″ machine for applications that don’t require a full 3″ bender
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Capable of bending 2.5″ stainless on a 2.5″ CLR Designed for 24/7 running Automatic setup, minimal manual adjustments Full toolset changes in about 5 minutes
Best for: ● High-mix, high-volume production with tight tolerances ● Stainless-heavy environments (e.g., automotive, HVAC, process piping) where repeatability and changeover time are critical ● Operations looking to reduce hydraulic maintenance and energy use with an all-electric platform If you’re pricing machines at this level, you’ll want to be methodical. The step-by-step guide on how to request and evaluate custom tube bending machine quotes is a great companion when you’re comparing this to new or other used all-electrics. 6. Used
Conrac 401 Tube Bender – Compact, proven hydraulic workhorse
🔗 Used Conrac 401 tube bender The Conrac 401 is a classic hydraulic tube bender with a reputation for toughness and predictable performance. Highlights: Bender Parts
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Heavy-duty steel frame, hydraulic drive LH (counterclockwise) rotation Mandrel extractor and carriage Some tooling included Approx. 1/2″ OD x .049″ wall x 2D minimum CLR capacity ● Compact footprint (approx. 12′ x 30″ x 37″), ~820 lbs Best for: ● Shops that need a proven, compact bender for smaller-diameter, tight CLR work ● Aerospace, automotive, and general fabrication where repeatable bends in thinner wall stock matter more than big OD capacity You’ll find additional context on where Conrac machines sit in the broader used market in resources like the used bender buyer content and the troubleshooting piece on 5 common tube bender problems and how to fix them—handy when you’re evaluating older hydraulics vs newer controls. 7. Used
Leonard Precision 62 Hydraulic Tube Bender – Precision 2″ OD specialist
🔗 Used Leonard Precision 62 hydraulic tube bender The Leonard Precision 62 is aimed squarely at high-tolerance, mid-diameter work.
Highlights: Bender Parts ● RH (clockwise) rotation ● Stand clamp die holder and follower-style pressure die holder with masterbar ● Hydraulic mandrel extractor ● Sierra digital controller ● Capacity ~2″ OD x .065″ wall mild steel ● Max bend radius ~10″ CLR ● Max bend angle 180° + springback ● 7.5 HP motor; ~2,600 lbs Best for: ● Aerospace, defense, medical, and any high-spec tubing environment ● Shops that need tight-radius, thin-wall control and repeatability more than brute-force big OD capacity If you’re consistently pushing tight tolerances and want to reduce scrap and rework, pairing a precision machine like this with your defect diagnostics process (for example, the guide on tube bending defects, causes, diagnostics & solutions) is a powerful combination. 8. Used
Pines (SMS) #2 Hydraulic Tube Bender – Production-ready, upgraded classic
🔗 Used Pines (SMS) #2 hydraulic tube bender
The Pines (SMS) #2 is a modernised take on a classic design—essentially a strengthened clone of a Pines #2 with upgraded controls and hydraulics. Highlights: Bender Parts ● Built by Smith Machinery Service as a clone of the Pines #2, upgraded from a #1-1/4 to a #2 (5″ bore bend cylinder) ● RH (clockwise) rotation ● Current Tech “CAB” control system ● Hydraulic mandrel extractor ● Linear rail & bearing style pressure die assist ● Integrated oil cooler and Vickers hydraulic valves Best for: ● Industrial users who want a production-capable bender with modern control but don’t need all-electric ● Mixed material shops doing stainless, mild steel, and alloys in mid-range diameters ● Teams that care about supportability and component availability over the long term If you’re moving from older manual processes to this level of automation, it’s worth spending time with the tube bender problems & fix guide plus the deeper dive on tube bender problems UTB solves so your operators recognise early warning signs before they turn into real downtime. Quick comparison: which used bender fits which shop?
Here’s a simple way to think about these 8 machines: ● Need a large-diameter muscle? ● Look at the Pines #4 and Conrac 255 first. ● Need structural/section rolling? ● The Imcar CPHV 130 is your angle roll solution. ● Need fast, clean, mid-diameter all-electric CNC? ● The Horn HMT 2.5ECNC-SS is the standout. ● Need compact, reliable hydraulics for smaller OD? ● The Conrac 401 or Leonard Precision 62 fit well. ● Need a modernised, production-ready hydraulic bender? ● The Pines (SMS) #2 and SOCO SB-63AUTO are strong all-rounders. Remember, the machine spec is only half the story. Tooling, setup, operator skill, and troubleshooting knowledge make the difference between “machine on the floor” and “machine that pays for itself.” Resources like the tube bending defects diagnostics guide, the overview of conversion formulas, and the intro to deburring and why it matters in tube bending can help your operators close the loop from spec sheet to finished part. Next steps: from shortlist to first good part Once you’ve identified 2–3 machines that fit your OD, wall, and production needs, your next steps should be: 1.Map your parts to machine capacity
● Use your prints and a structured workflow like tube bending in 2025 – from print to first part right to make sure the bender can handle your real-world jobs. 2.Get detailed, written quotes ● Use a formal process such as how to request and evaluate custom tube bending machine quotes so you’re comparing apples to apples (controls, tooling, refurbishment level, support). 3.Plan for setup, maths, and training ● Make sure your team understands how to calculate bends and is comfortable referencing a bending glossary and abbreviation list in day-to-day work. 4.Prepare for real-world problems (before they hit) ● Pre-read the guides on top 10 bending problems solved and 5 common tube bender problems and how to fix them so troubleshooting is part of your standard work, not an emergency-only activity. When you’re ready to see everything currently available in one place—and get help matching machines to your parts and tolerance stack—start with the main hub of used tube benders for sale and then reach out with your prints, materials, and goals.
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