Gardner Bender® HotBlanket™ PVC Conduit Bender
Safely Heats PVC Piping for Precise Bending
GB-BB5150
What's special about this heating blanket?
- Heats PVC piping to a temperature at which it becomes easy to bend
- 3 models available to cover conduit from 1/2" to 4", covering all commonly used sizes
- Blanket wraps around the pipe so you have total control over what section of the piping you want to bend
- Internal thermostatic temperature control adjusts heat according to the environment, ensuring fast heating even in cold weather
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This PVC Conduit heating blanket by Gardner Bender® is a convenient solution for bending PVC conduit from 1/2" to 4". Instead of inserting your conduit into the unit, this blanket is wrapped around the conduit for easy positioning. Heat is regulated by a thermostatic control that responds to your environment, ensuring fast heating and safe temperatures in any environment.
| Part # | Description | Dimensions | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB-BB5150 | 1/2" to 1-1/2" (12.7 mm to 38.1 mm) | 18" x 7.5" (45.72 cm x 19.05 cm) | 2 lbs (0.90 kg) | Manufacturer Direct |
| GB-BB2030 | 2" to 3" (50.8 mm to 76.2 mm) | 25" x 11.25" (63.5 cm x 28.57 cm) | 3 lbs (1.36 kg) | Manufacturer Direct |
| GB-BB3040 | 3" to 4" (76.2 mm to 101.6 mm) | 18" x 7.5" (91.44 cm x 36.57 cm) | 6 bs (2.72 kg) | Manufacturer Direct |
| ACCESSORIES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part # | Description | Component Sizes | Weight | Price |
| GB-BVS-240 | PVC Plug Set: Helps prevent collapsing and deformity in 2" - 4" PVC conduit during heating. Each set comes in a durable storage case to keep the set organized and protected. | 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4" | 6 lbs (2.72 kg) | Manufacturer Direct |
- Ideal for creating turns and bends for use in electrical, telecom, and plumbing applications
- Unlike hot box type benders, the HotBlanket is compact in size and can be easily transported from jobsite to jobsite
- Available plug set supports the inside of the conduit to prevent deformities while heating
- Multi-circuit design and heavy gauge wire extends its service life far beyond that of other heat blankets
- Heats to a temperature that won't scorch or burn conduit for increased personnel and fire protection
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Bending Temperature | 250° F to 300° F (121.1° C to 148.8° C) |
| Conduit Ratings | Up to Schedule 40 |
| Life Cycle (Typical) | Approximately 150 Bends |
| Conduit Size | Warm-Up Size |
| 1/2" to 1-1/2" | 4 to 10 min |
| 2" | 7 to 10 min |
| 3" | 12 to 17 min |
| 3-1/2" | 15 to 18 min |
| 4" | 18 to 22 min |
| PART # | POWER REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Watts | Volts | Amps | |
| GB-BB5150 | 310 | 120 | 2.6 |
| GB-BB2030 | 690 | 120 | 6.3 |
| GB-BB3040 | 1120 | 120 | 10.2 |
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