Seeking Tips/Tools On Bending Brass Rod

[Rahn420]

I'm looking for any tips or tools for bending brass rod. I want to replace some of the piping on my DeAgostini Falcon. I'll be using 1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm rod.

I'm having trouble getting a tight bend, especially on the 2mm rod. I want as close to a sharp corner on the inside of the bend as possible.

I bought a couple of bending pliers, but I don't think they are sufficient for the job. Perhaps there is a better tool?

I've tried annealing the rod first, but I still don't get the result I'm looking for.

Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[darth_myeek]

Micromark.com is pricey but looks like they have something that may work.
Universal Bender Item #: 82819


I guess it depends on other uses you may later have.

I usually use MM just for ideas and end up buying or making something cheaper.

You could also trade out to a softer material. Maybe aluminum or copper rod?

 

[TazMan2000]

Have you tried bending against a hard metal corer on a tool? In reality, hydraulics and even conduit has a bend radius. I know this is sci-fi, but even piping has to follow some rules. Worse comes to worse, you can try styrene rod. Warm it up at the bend point and you will get a sharp bend close to 90 degrees as possible. Too much heat will result in melting and distortion and will not look at all like piping or conduit.

TazMan2000

 

[Guns Akimbo]

Use hot water to soften styrene tubing; a heat gun is faster but much riskier if you don't have the timing down.