{"product_id":"ticon-301-10228-8150-4in-aluminum-mandrel-bend","title":"Ticon 4in Aluminum 6061 45 Deg Mandrel Bend - 1.5D Radius","description":"\u003ch4\u003ePrecision Aluminum Tubing for Custom Fabrication\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ticon 301-10228-8150 4in Aluminum 6061 45 degree mandrel bend delivers a smooth, constant-diameter bend for custom intake, intercooler, and charge pipe fabrication. Built with a 1.5D radius and precision mandrel bending, this section maintains consistent airflow without the wrinkling or collapsing found in cheaper crush-bent tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMandrel bent for a constant inner diameter with no wrinkling or collapsing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.5D bend radius for smooth airflow transition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6061 aluminum alloy construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2mm \/ .079in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 degree bend angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for custom intercooler piping, intake tubes, and charge pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare aluminum finish ready for welding and fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTicon Industries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum 6061\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBend Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 Degree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBend Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2mm \/ .079in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 4in aluminum 45 degree mandrel bend section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Ticon Industries\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTicon Industries manufactures precision mandrel bends, straight tubing, and flanges in titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum for custom exhaust and intake fabrication. Their tubing is a staple among fabricators building turbo systems, intercooler piping, and full custom exhausts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 301-10228-8150?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part is a Ticon 4in aluminum 45 degree mandrel bend commonly used to fabricate custom intercooler piping, intake tubes, and charge pipes where a smooth direction change is needed without restricting airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does 1.5D radius mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5D radius means the bend radius is 1.5 times the tube diameter, which is a common industry standard for balancing smooth flow with a compact bend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tubing welded or seamless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTicon aluminum mandrel bends are precision formed to maintain a consistent inner diameter throughout the bend for clean welding to adjoining sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wall thickness does this bend have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 4in mandrel bend has a 2mm \/ .079in wall thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be welded to other aluminum tubing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the bare 6061 aluminum finish is ready for TIG welding to other aluminum components in a custom piping build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit a specific vehicle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is a universal fabrication component intended for custom piping builds rather than a specific vehicle application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish does the tubing have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tubing has a bare aluminum mill finish suitable for painting, polishing, or leaving as-is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a mandrel bend over a crush bend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandrel bending keeps the tube diameter constant through the bend, avoiding the flow restriction and wrinkling common with crush-bent tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure and mark the required cut length on the mandrel bend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the tubing to length using a tubing cutter or saw designed for aluminum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeburr and clean the cut edges before welding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTack weld the section into place within the piping assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete full welds once alignment and fitment are confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"Ticon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46079194136655,"sku":"TIC301-10228-8150","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/4in_Aluminum_45_Deg_Mandrel_Bend-3d4d-44b8-acff-447bcf083f27.png?v=1784411059","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/ticon-301-10228-8150-4in-aluminum-mandrel-bend","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}