Opinions & Question- Tube beader

[scratchedup]

Does anyone have experience with this?

What is the max diameter of tubing that it will work with?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-8-Bead-Form-er-Roller-Rolling-Tube-Pipe-Hose-Forming-Sheet-Metal-Fabrication-/291054372904?pt=Power_Tools&hash=item43c4314828

 

[ttpete]

It appears to be a tube beader. It's used to make a slight bulge or bead on the end of steel or copper tubing where a hose is attached. It prevents the hose from slipping off. It's for 3/8" tubing.

 

[astroracer]

It will do any size you need. The two button head screws may get in the way of some sizes, keeping them from snuggling up to the plate. Replace them with counter sunk screws to get them flush to the plate and out of the way.
And you may want to install the handle correctly so it will rotate "past" the body of the beader.

 

[scratchedup]

I called USA manfg. Bead Form and talked to Rusty the owner. These are Chinise knock offs. I'm going to pass.


The ser. number stamped on the front just kinda pisses me off.....it screaming cheap fake!