2 Ways to achieve curved tubular designsĭesigns using bent tube can be preferable to mechanical or welded connections for a number of reasons: These need not be discussed in detail, therefore, in this publication. Typically the software of computer-controlled machines or the technical documents accompanying manually controlled machines provide reliable information about parameters such as minimum/maximum wall thickness, diameter and bending radius, the necessity of mandrels, overbending, etc. The publication gives a basic understanding of the various processes, providing an overview of the options that may need to be discussed between customer and tube-bender. The brochure highlights the advantages and practical implications of designs using bent tube.
designers who have to choose between different ways of achieving curved tubular parts or assemblies (welded/flanged/bent).Title photos: Patrick lints, Ghent (B), Condesa Inox, Vitoria/Álava (E), Thomas Pauly, Brussels (B) Contentsģ general parameters used in tube bendingĥ Austenitic – ferritic – duplex: differences in forming behaviour
