Perform the Outer (22.5-Degree) Bends and Final Adjustment
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How to do a 3-Point Saddle Bend with EMT Conduit in 2 Minutes! #hendythesparky #electrician
What happens here
Move the conduit to one of the outer marks. Align this outer mark with the bender's arrow. Apply pressure to bend the conduit to a 22.5-degree angle. Repeat this process for the remaining outer mark on the other side of the center bend. The result should be a smooth, three-point saddle that can clear the obstacle. Check for any 'dog legs' (unintended kinks or twists in the bend). If present, minor adjustments can sometimes be made by gently bending the conduit in the opposite direction or by using a 'hickey' (a specialized conduit bending tool) for slight adjustments. The completed saddle should have a clean, symmetrical appearance and effectively bypass the obstacle, as shown in the video's final result.
Goal: Achieve a smooth, symmetrical 3-point saddle bend without dog legs.
Tools and materials
- Conduit Bender — To create the bends
- Conduit — The conduit being bent
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