AM24529 Addison McKee EB80 CNC Tube Bender Video Walkthrough

Machine Overview & Video Walkthrough

Watch our shop test of this 3″ Addison McKee EB80ESRB all-electric CNC tube bender (Stock #AM24529). In this video, you can see the 10-axis electric drive system perform smooth, highly repeatable bends with carriage boost and multi-radius capability.

This unit is engineered for tight-radius bending on carbon steel and stainless steel tubing, making it ideal for automotive exhaust, aerospace lines, and precision metal fabrication.

Technical Specifications

Machine Highlights & Included Features

• All-Electric Precision: Eliminates hydraulic fluid leaks, reduces energy draw, and delivers exact bend angles across entire production runs.
• Carriage Boost System: Supplies forward pressure during the bend cycle to reduce wall thinning and prevent wrinkling on tight 1D bends.
• Multi-Radius Tooling Stack: Accommodates complex parts that require multiple bend radii without stopping to change tooling.
• Drop-Away Clamp Die: Electric drop-away clamp speeds up part loading and unloading.
• Electric Mandrel Extractor & Pressure Die Assist: Provides smooth internal tube support for clean, collapse-free bends.

Video Timestamps

• 0:00 Machine Walkaround & 10-Axis Overview
• 0:28 Drop-Away Clamp Die & Mandrel Alignment
• 0:52 Live Test Bend & Electric Carriage Boost Demonstration
• 1:18 Part Inspection & Finished Bend Quality
• 1:35 Controls Overview & Windows Touchscreen Interface

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum bending capacity of the Addison McKee EB80?

The Addison McKee EB80ESRB handles tubing up to 3 inches (76 mm) outside diameter with a maximum wall thickness of .118 inches (3 mm). For tight 1D centerline radius bends, it is rated for 3″ OD x .080″ wall in carbon steel and 3″ OD x .060″ wall in stainless steel.

Is this Addison McKee tube bender all-electric or hydraulic?

This model is completely all-electric across 10 axes. It uses electric servo motors for the bend head, carriage boost, mandrel extraction, and pressure die, which provides superior accuracy, quieter operation, and clean performance without hydraulic oil.

What control system does this unit run?

The machine is equipped with a Windows-based touchscreen CNC control system and includes a portable teach pendant for programming custom parts directly at the machine.