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Greenlee 881 Bender: Unparalleled Performance and Reliability

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Greenlee 881 Series Benders: Breaking Boundaries and Expanding Applications

Greenlee's 881 Series Benders are the solution for efficient conduit bending, completely changing the game for professionals facing challenging tasks. No matter the conduit size, whether it's EMT, IMC, or rigid conduit, these benders offer unmatched versatility for a wide range of applications.

They boast advanced features such as extended yoke and spring pins, enabling rapid changeover and significantly reducing setup time. The lightweight follow bars minimize strain and fatigue during bending while locking mechanisms ensure secure attachment of shoes and accessories. With dedicated storage, labeling systems, and convenient holders for essential tools, the benders prioritize organization and accessibility.

Their compact design allows them to fit through standard-width doors, and raised fork pockets and strapping points enhance mobility and transportation security. Made in the USA with global materials, the Greenlee 881 Series Benders guarantee durability and reliability for long-lasting performance.

Check out this demo video on this Greenlee 881 Bender series.

In the following article, we will delve deeper into the features, specifications, and technology of the Greenlee 881 Series Benders, exploring how they have transformed conduit bending into a more efficient and productive process.

Boost Productivity with Advanced One Shot Bending

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In electrical conduit bending, time is a critical factor, and professionals continuously seek ways to enhance productivity without compromising quality.

Using cutting-edge one-shot bending technology, the Greenlee 881 Series Benders enable professionals to swiftly and efficiently achieve their desired bends. By eliminating the time-consuming and labor-intensive repositioning steps, these benders optimize workflow and allow professionals to complete bending tasks faster than conventional bending methods.

The Greenlee 881 Series Benders incorporate advanced features that facilitate precise and accurate bends on the initial attempt, eliminating costly errors and rework.

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Furthermore, the lightweight follow bars reduce strain and fatigue, enabling professionals to maintain optimal daily productivity.

Secure locking mechanisms ensure firm attachment of all shoes and accessories, preventing slippage and ensuring consistent and reliable bends.

Check out this video overview on Greenlee 881GX Hydraulic Bender Shoe Groups.

Greenlee 881 Series Overview and Capabilities

These benders are perfect for professionals who prioritize maximizing productivity while upholding the highest standards of quality and precision in their work. Additionally, they reduce strain and fatigue with 55% lighter follow bars, enabling easier setup and enhancing the overall user experience. Take a look at the features and what’s included in this series.

Includes:

  1. (1) Cam-Track Bender for 2-1/2", 3", and 4"
  2. (1) Hydraulic 980 Pump
  3. (1) Mobile Bending Table (For 881GXDE980MBTS and 881GXE980MBTS models only)

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Katey Earley, product manager at Greenlee, says, “The new bender design addresses many of the common pain points we heard from our customers and opens up more opportunities for the skilled trades to get the job done safer and more efficiently” and “Each element of the 881GX Series is meant to simplify setup and changeover with better ergonomics. When combined with Greenlee’s Mobile Bending Table, they provide maximum jobsite productivity.”

Features:

  1. Easier & Faster Setup: Extended yoke and spring pins deliver up to 6x faster changeover.
  2. Reduce Strain & Fatigue: Up to 50% lighter follow bars make for easier operation.
  3. Added Security: Locking features secure all shoes and accessories.
  4. Ergonomic Storage: All accessories stored in ergonomic lifting positions.
  5. Optimal Accessibility: Dedicated storage and labeling system.
  6. Enhanced Mobility: Fits through standard width doors 32" wide, raised fork pockets for better balance, and dedicated strapping points for securing in the trailer.
  7. Convenient Storage: Built-in holders for pendant and cotter pins.
  8. Hands-Free Media Stand: Easy access to tablets and notebooks.
  9. Made in the USA with global materials

Navigate the Series 881 Model Options to Find Your Ultimate Bending Machine

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The Series 881 Model offers a range of options to cater to various conduit bending needs. With different models available, professionals can choose the one that best suits their requirements and preferences.

Watch this walk-through video on bending the EMT conduit with the Greenlee 881 Hydraulic pump bender.

Although these benders share similarities, a significant difference exists between the model 881GXE980 and the model 881GXDE980 Cam-Track Bender. The conduit ranges represent the main distinction between them. Both machines can handle conduits ranging from 2-1/2", 3", and 4". However, it's important to note that only the 881GXE980 Cam-Track Bender includes a 3-1/2" application, setting it apart from the other model.

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Joe Sinclair, Ballard Electric's project foreman, said, “The bending table was a huge asset to us,” and that “It helped us to be more productive on the jobsite due to its mobility.”

All options within the Series 881 Model provide professionals with efficient and reliable solutions for conduit bending tasks. They are designed to optimize productivity, reduce setup time, and enhance safety.

Protecting Your Tools, Protecting Your Business: Safeguarding Features of Greenlee 811 Benders

Greenlee 811 Benders surpass expectations by effectively addressing the critical concerns of anti-theft and safety within the electrical industry. These benders have innovative features and built-in security measures that instill peace of mind and safeguard valuable tools.

Watch this short Anti-Theft demo on the Greenlee 881 Mobile Bending Table and how to keep your equipment safe.

A notable anti-theft feature of the Greenlee 811 Benders is the incorporation of a secure locking system. This system ensures a firm attachment of the bender's shoes and accessories, making it difficult for them to be removed or tampered with. These benders effectively minimize the risk of theft or misuse by preventing unauthorized access to key components.

Greenlee Bender Anti-Theft Feature

Another standout safety feature of the Greenlee 811 Benders is the inclusion of a robust identification and tracking system. Each bender is uniquely marked with serial numbers or identification codes, enabling easy identification and traceability.

This serves as a deterrent against theft and assists in recovering stolen equipment if needed. By registering their benders and diligently keeping track of the identification details, professionals like you add additional security and protection to your valuable tools.

Earley emphasized that “Electricians are constantly trying to do work more efficiently. Anytime we can shave time off a job, it’s a win – and this product delivers that with easier set-up and portability. At the same time, we know that protecting equipment from theft is an issue for a lot of tradespeople. The new Greenlee Mobile Bending Table for the 881 Series Hydraulic Benders is our latest solution to help professionals safeguard their investments and increase productivity.”

Prioritizing Technician Safety

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The Greenlee 811 Benders prioritize the safety of professionals during operation through thoughtful design elements. These benders feature ergonomic handles and controls, ensuring a comfortable and secure grip for precise bending.

They also incorporate safety interlocks and guards to prevent accidental activation and protect users from potential hazards. Greenlee strongly emphasizes the well-being and security of professionals by implementing these safety measures.

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Earley also spoke about the advantage of these features, saying that “...This new cart allow users to not only bend anywhere while staying secure, but to also do so in a more ergonomic way so there is less strain on the body and projects can be completed in less time.”

Overall, the Greenlee 811 Benders excel in their anti-theft and safety features, providing professionals with reliable tools that prioritize security and well-being. With lockable storage for protecting shoes and accessories, raised fork pockets for improved balance during transportation, and dedicated strapping points for secure attachment in trailers, these benders offer the utmost protection for valuable equipment and contribute to a safer working environment for electricians.

Greenlee 881 Bender Packaged with Bending Table

The Greenlee 881GXE980MBTS and 881GXDE980MBTS Cam-Track Bender kits are designed for bending different pipe diameters for 2 1/2", 3", 3 ½” and 4" EMT, IMC, and rigid conduit. Both kits include the Cam-Track Bender, a Hydraulic Pump, and a Mobile Bending Table.

Greenlee offers two versions of the Cam-Track Bender based on conduit capacity.

Greenlee 881 Bender for 2-1/2", 3", and 4"

The first Greenlee 881GXDE980MBTS is designed for bending 2-1/2", 3", and 4" EMT, IMC, and Rigid Conduit. However, it does not have the capability to bend 3-1/2" conduit.

Greenlee 881 Bender for 2-1/2"-4"

The second Greenlee 881GXE980MBTS model specializes in bending 2-1/2", 3", 3-1/2", and 4" EMT, IMC, and Rigid Conduit.

Greenlee 881 Bender Packaged with Pump Only

The Greenlee 881GXDE980 and the 881GXE980 Cam-Track Benders offer numerous similarities, making them excellent choices for conduit-bending tasks. Both models come equipped with a pump, providing efficient functionality. However, what sets them apart from their counterparts is the absence of a bending table, making them more affordable for professionals.

Greenlee 881 Bender Pump Only

These benders are designed to handle a range of conduit sizes, including 2-1/2", 3", 3 ½” and 4". They are specifically engineered to meet the demands of EMT, IMC, and rigid conduit bending tasks, ensuring compatibility with commonly used materials in the electrical industry.

Greenlee offers two versions of the Cam-Track Bender without a bending table based on conduit capacity.

Greenlee 881GXDE980 Kit

The first Greenlee 881GXDE980 model specializes in bending One-Shot Bends for 2-1/2", 3", and 4" EMT, IMC, and Rigid Conduit. However, it is not capable of bending 3-1/2" conduit.

Greenlee 881GXDE980

Hydraulic Power Unleashed: Greenlee 980 Electric Hydraulic Pump Takes Bending Machine to the Next Level

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The Greenlee 881 bender series has the impressive Greenlee 980 Electric Hydraulic Pump, which takes your bending machine to new heights. Let's delve into the specific details and features of this hydraulic pump:

Key Features:

  1. The Greenlee 980 Hydraulic Pump is designed to work seamlessly with most Greenlee benders, ensuring compatibility and optimized performance.
  2. It boasts a generous usable oil volume of 6 quarts (5.7 liters), providing a substantial hydraulic fluid supply for uninterrupted operation.
  3. The pump is outfitted with a convenient advanced control pendant, allowing you to have precise control over the bending process. This handy pendant is coupled to solid-state motor controls, ensuring reliable and durable performance by eliminating contact arcing.
  4. With the automatic or manual ram return selector valve, you gain greater control over the bending operation from the pendant switch.
  5. The pump is housed in a robust molded enclosure, providing exceptional protection for the pump, motor, and circuitry, even in rugged working environments.
  6. It is designed with single-hose hydraulic systems featuring spring-return rams, making it compatible with various hydraulic setups.

The Greenlee 980 Hydraulic Power Pump is a game-changer, providing electrically powered hydraulic power for your bending needs. Utilizing a single-acting ram, it is designed to complement Greenlee conduit benders and cable cutters. Let's dive into some of the detailed specifications:

Pump Output:

  1. Power: 1119 watts (equivalent to 1-1/2 hp)
  2. Hydraulic pressure (maximum): 690 bar (10,000 psi)

Performance:

  1. Pressure-Volume:
    1. 0 PSI: 5 liters/min (300 in³/min)
    2. 6.9 bar (100 psi): 3.9 liters/min (225 in³/min)
    3. 345 bar (5000 psi): 0.91 liters/min (57 in³/min)
    4. 552 bar (8000 psi): 0.88 liters/min (54 in³/min)

The Greenlee 980 Hydraulic Power Pump brings outstanding performance to your bending operations. Its impressive features, such as the pendant advance control and reliable solid-state motor controls, allow precise and efficient bending. Pair it with your Greenlee bender, and experience the next level of hydraulic power.

Shape Your Success

Man using greenlee 881 hydraulic bending table

The Greenlee 881 Series Benders revolutionize conduit bending. They handle various conduit sizes and feature advanced one-shot bending technology. With rapid changeover and reduced setup time, professionals can achieve precise bends without requiring multiple adjustments. Ergonomic features minimize strain and fatigue.

By adopting the Greenlee 881 Series Bender, professionals can prioritize organization and accessibility with dedicated storage, labeling systems, and convenient holders for tools. The compact design allows them to fit through standard-width doors and raised fork pockets while strapping points enhance mobility and transportation security.

Made in the USA with global materials, their advanced features and one-shot bending technology streamlines the bending process and eliminates the need for time-consuming adjustments.

Overall, professionals can experience increased productivity, reduced strain, and enhanced precision in their work, ultimately achieving superior outcomes.

Greenlee 881 Bender Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Greenlee 881 Bender made in the USA?

Yes, the Greenlee 881 Benders are made in the USA with globally sourced materials.

What can you bend on an 881 hydraulic bender with standard sleds and shoes?

The 881 and 881CT Cam Track Hydraulic Benders are intended to bend rigid, IMC (intermediate metallic conduit), and EMT (electrical metallic conduit). Bending shoes follow bars, and saddles are available for bending 2-1/2" through 4" conduit.

Does the Greenlee 881 Bender come with a warranty?

Yes, the Greenlee 881 Bender comes with a warranty. The specific warranty details may vary, so it's

Can the Greenlee 881 Bender be used with a generator as a power source?

Yes, the Greenlee 881 Bender can be an alternative power source with a suitable generator. Ensuring the generator meets the necessary electrical requirements and is compatible with the bender's power needs is essential.

What is the typical lifespan of the hydraulic pump in the Greenlee 881 Bender?

The lifespan of the hydraulic pump in the Greenlee 881 Bender can vary depending on usage, maintenance, and operating conditions. Proper maintenance and regular pump inspection can extend its lifespan and ensure optimal performance.