How Does Custom Aluminum Tube Work?

July 18,

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Bending tubes is essential in original equipment manufacturing (OEM) custom fabrication due to its adaptability. This process can shape various metals, including aluminum, into unique configurations tailored to your specific requirements. The integration of dies and mandrels ensures both customizability and high precision in the outcome.

At Triad, we recognize the uniqueness of every project. Our extensive knowledge and experience position us as a leader among tube-bending OEM suppliers. We are here to help you discover the optimal aluminum tube bending solution for your custom fabrication needs today.

Benefits of Custom Aluminum Tube Bending

While multiple metals can be utilized for tube bending, Triad predominantly focuses on custom aluminum tube bending. Aluminum combines excellent strength with outstanding formability, allowing us to bend it as per your specifications without sacrificing durability.

The bending of aluminum tubes enables the creation of tight radius bends and accurately defined angles, which can lead to intricate shapes and designs. By bending the tube according to your requirements, you will enhance its strength, enabling it to endure specific environmental stressors effectively.

Aluminum can be bent without undermining its structural integrity, thus preventing issues such as cracks, kinks, or internal damage.

Aluminum Alloys and Their Benefits

Triad offers bent aluminum tubing using several aluminum alloys, which come with various advantages, such as:

• Low melting point
• Reduced heat capacity
• Excellent welding properties
• Corrosion resistance
• Exceptional extrudability

Various Methods of Aluminum Tube Bending

There are various approaches for bending aluminum tubes, with each method yielding distinct outcomes. The specific nature of your project will determine the most appropriate bending process to utilize. These techniques ensure top-notch results for your custom aluminum tube bending.

Compression Bending Technique

Compression bending involves gripping the tubing and pulling it around a stationary die to achieve the required radius. This method does not necessitate the use of a mandrel, making it straightforward, ideal for creating simpler bends promptly.

Rotary Draw Bending Technique

This technique entails securing the tube's outer surface and bending it over a die that matches the desired tube radius. It is particularly useful for custom applications needing tighter radius bends, as the die prevents the tube from deforming into an elliptical shape while bending. Use of mandrels in rotary bending helps maintain tube structure.

Roll Bending Technique

Roll bending employs two fixed rollers and a movable inner roller to shape the tubing. The stationary rollers hold the tube firmly while the inner roller forms the metal into the specified bend. This technique is typically suited for applications requiring a larger bend radius.

Ram Bending Technique

This involves driving a hydraulic ram into shorter tubing segments supported against a roller. The tube is adjusted, and the process continues until the desired bend is obtained. Ram bending is cost-effective and simple, although it offers less precision around tight tolerances.

Applications Across Diverse Industries

The flexible and precise characteristics of custom aluminum tube bending find application across various industries, including:

• Healthcare
• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Construction
• Manufacturing

Triad's Exceptional Aluminum Tube Bending Solutions for OEMs

Aluminum’s lightweight, robust, and malleable nature makes it an optimal choice for OEM applications. With a legacy of over 40 years, Triad has earned a reputation as a dependable manufacturer for tube bending, thanks to our high production standards, quality assurance processes, and dedicated customer support.

Additionally, we offer manual tube bending services, the foundation of our exceptional custom tube fabrication. This method avoids the complexities of programming equipment, resulting in quicker setups and cost efficiencies for medium batch runs.

Inquire About Our Aluminum Tube Bending Services

Triad Products specializes in the fabrication of aluminum tube bending in medium production runs ranging from 100 to 1,000 units. Our combined manufacturing and assembly capabilities clearly demonstrate why OEMs select Triad Products as their preferred partner for custom aluminum tube bending. Contact us to discuss your project and request a quote to learn more about the advantages of our custom aluminum tube bending services.