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The Huth HB2806 is engineered for high-volume exhaust and fabrication shops that demand quick, precise bending and end finishing capabilities. Known as "The Work-Horse of the Exhaust Shop," this machine delivers 58,000 lbs of bending force—enough to handle tubing up to 3 inches with exceptional accuracy and repeatability. Whether you're running production bends all day or tackling custom exhaust work, the Model 2806 combines rugged I-Beam construction, intuitive controls, and a comprehensive 028 Die Package to streamline your workflow and deliver professional-quality results every time.
Powerful Performance, Flexible Control
The HB2806 offers the convenience of an easy-to-use manual knee pedal control along with manual and automatic push button operation. A reduced-size control panel positions the operator closer to the work area, reducing fatigue and increasing precision during long production runs. The Smart Automatic Mode features an adjustable return-to-home position control, a unique time-saving feature that increases efficiency by ensuring fast and easy transitions between multiple bends. In automatic mode, the Automatic Depth-of-Bend selector ensures precise bending control through the use of an easy-to-read, easy-to-adjust depth of bend plate.
Model 2806 comes standard with a 5 horsepower motor and provides 58,000 lbs of bending force. An optional 7.5 horsepower motor is available for 25% faster bending on high-demand applications. The machine runs on 220 volt, 60Hz operation (single phase requires 30 amp service; three phase requires 20 amp service). High voltage and high speed options are also available to customize performance to your shop's needs.
Complete End Finishing Capabilities
The heavy-duty Swager/Expander gives you complete end finishing capabilities in one machine. The swager end accommodates 1" to 3" tubing, while the expander end allows for expansions from 1" to 5.5". With Huth's exclusive Accu-Sizer bull's-eye expanding system, you can dial in precise expansions every time—ensuring consistent fitment and professional results across every job. The machine also includes a convenient swager tray and flat tool tray for organized tooling access.
Why the Huth HB2806 Stands Out
58,000 lbs of bending force – handles tubing up to 3 inches with no dimpling or flattening
Agricultural (Ag) Main Cylinder – built for durability and long service life under heavy loads
Rugged I-Beam construction – ensures structural integrity and lasting precision
Complete 028 Die Package included – ready to bend 1.5" to 3" tubing out of the box
The Easy-to-Use Pipe Bender
A compression pipe bender is an extremely powerful and versatile tool, but many who have not used one don't fully appreciate how easy it is to use. When we get people to do their first bend, intimidation tends to fade away and enthusiasm to do more takes over!
There are two ends to the machine … the bending end, and the end-forming end. We'll focus on the bending end to show just how simple this tool is. There are 3 things you need to know in advance … the distance between bends, the orientation of the desired bend, and the depth of the desired bend.
Plot your distances with a marker: Mark your pipe where you want your bends, working from left to right.
Now turn the bender on … you are almost ready to go: Apply lubrication and set your pipe in the jaws.
Setting a rotation dial to keep oriented: Prior to your 1st bend, setting a rotation dial on the far right end of your pipe, set to zero, will keep you oriented as you progress through multiple bends on each pipe. This is especially important if you are using bending program cards.
Choose Bend radius: Smaller radii give tighter bends, larger radii are more forgiving. Normally smaller tubes utilize smaller radii (larger tubes use larger radii) with a minimum 1.5–2X the tube OD.
Bend to the right depth: Every bender has a depth of bend indicator, and automatic benders let you pre-set the depth of bend. The pointer tells you when you reach your target bend angle.
Basically, that's it. There are times when a bit more knowledge helps (When do I use a ½ shoe? What do I use for thin-walled material?). But these are compression bender basics for bending with your machine!
Huth Quality vs. Asian-Made Alternatives
See the difference that 58,000 lbs of properly engineered bending force makes. The images below compare Huth 3-inch tube bends with Asian-made alternatives. Notice the dimpling and tube flattening in the competitor samples—defects that compromise structural integrity and professional appearance. Huth benders deliver smooth, consistent bends with no distortion, even on heavy-wall 3-inch tubing.
Huth 3" Tube Bend (top on tube) vs. Asian-made (Notice dimpling on bend in lower sample)
Huth 3" Tube Bend (tube to left) vs. Asian-made (Notice tube flattening on the right)
See the HB2806 in Action
Watch these videos to see the Huth HB2806 in real-world applications, including bending exhaust pipe without cards, end-forming demonstrations, and production workflows.
"Bending exhaust pipe without cards? Watch this!"
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This warranty is made for the exclusive benefit of the original owner and is not transferable. There is no other warranty applicable to HUTH PRODUCTS, and no representative has any authority to make any representation, promise or agreement except as stated in the warranty.
One year warranty *
For one year from the date of invoice the Huth will repair the bender if found to be defective in material and workmanship without cost to the purchaser. Following the first 90 days from the date of original invoice, replacement parts are shipped from the seller to the purchaser freight collect. Return parts are shipped prepaid to the Huth. In effecting such repairs, the Huth may at its election, repair or replace any part which it finds to be defective. Tools and dies are warranted for a period of (90) ninety days against defect in material and workmanship.
* During the first 90 days from date of original invoice the Huth will pay freight charges for replacement of defective parts.
NOTE: Designs SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Huth reserves the right to make changes and/or improvements without incurring any obligation to do so on previously sold products.
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