Unbelievable! Watch THIS to See How Easily You Can Bend Pipes Like an Expert Electrician!

In this video you will learn the basics of pipe bending/conduit bending. We will be using 1/2" EMT
This is the trade name for electrical metallic conduit.
you will learn
calculations for a 22 degree offset bend
calculations for a 30 degree offset bend
calculations for a 45 degree offset bend.
calculations for a 90 degree bend
and learn from "THE TACO EATING ELECTRICIAN"
also you will find tips and tricks you may need in the field to make pipe bending easier for your self and others that may help you.
Bending pipe basics explained are designed for you to take into account you surroundings and the plan for your work ahead of you.
Tools we use are a 1/2" green lee bender and a pipe level more commonly called in the trade as a "no dog" so your offsets come out even every time.
your views help us train our vets!
#thetacoeatingelectrician
Thank you

[@starchild3215]

Omg dude I can't thank you enough for making this video. I'm taking an electrical class at my local college and The prof spent an hour lecturing about this and the whole time It felt to me like he was speaking a foreign language and in just 12 min you managed to make things so much clearer.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thats so awesome to hear. for an accredited course there needs to be so many hours spent so instructors tend to ramble to fill that void. im glad you got something from this video.

[@eduardomunoz430]

@@StarvingElectrician very helpful video just what I was looking for good job.

[@joseclimaco9979]

Wow man amazing for us beginners.. Very well explained

[@StarvingElectrician]

Happy to help

[@juanarredondo6686]

Second week as an apprentices, this video has helped me and better understand Pipe bending. Thank you!

[@StarvingElectrician]

awesome im glad I could help!!!

[@Ralph1176]

Great job! I'm a carpenter by trade and you gave the best explanation of how to subtract the 5" on a 1/2" pipe for the 90 bend. Very simple and straight forward explanation that will easily stick in your mind when you need to recall it. Thank you! Ralph

[@StarvingElectrician]

well im glad it helped. thanks for watching.

[@davedressler6310]

Absolutely love this. Your students are lucky to be able to learn with you. - Dave ( 20 year JATC instructor)

[@StarvingElectrician]

wow thanks that means a lot coming from you!

[@igounfazed]

TY. This is something I have actually searched for, everyone wanted to make a 30 minute college course video full of math. So simple!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@matthewhiegermh]

I love you're attitude, do what you do. Some people are taught different, we're all simply looking for better ways. Much love , much respect.

[@StarvingElectrician]

thank you

[@mathman0101]

Oh man - taco time - looking great something classic about a white t- shirt you are a wonderful man god bless you for all your teaching moments. It does help the younger apprentices.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you for those kind words. Just trying to give back. Lord know I have been blessed.

[@joer.giallanza1845]

As a Master in NY and VA. Since 1970 I think that was great. Your a good teacher.

[@StarvingElectrician]

awesome!!! that is flattering thank you so much

[@stevensbruce2325]

Conduit bending has been confusing for me, my journeyman hasn’t given me quite what I need for on-site learning and I’ve only had conduit action twice. After watching this I feel more confident with grabbing a stick and having a go at it! - 8 mo apprentice

[@StarvingElectrician]

awesome. I have another, check it out

[@Greg-tj8rg]

I'm waiting for applications to open for my local IBEWs. Appreciate you making clear videos to introduce me to some of the key skills I'll need to learn.

[@StarvingElectrician]

well good luck and im glad I could help

[@fallwoods9378]

You’re Bending it like Beckham brother! Love your vids and looking forward to the livestream tonight!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Appreciate it!! man sorry bout the live stream its my computer or me. when it was supposed to happen it just didnt. ill figure it out. thanks for checking in!

[@miguelherdez9132]

Simplicity it's the best way to teach somebody, congrats you're really good.

[@StarvingElectrician]

I appreciate that. its always best to not over talk the points. easier to understand that way.

[@ltwadley7619]

Thanks for advice. I'm a 3rd year apprentice and looking to get better at my craft. I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@StarvingElectrician]

You are so welcome!

[@marcellgreshamjr.2761]

Dude, this video just saved my life, thank you so much man. It’s so hard to find good teachers in the electrical field and I’m glad you uploaded this to help us out.

[@nightwolf1966]

Thank you for your time in making this vid, I'm an industrial Pipefitter and this will be great for the times when we have to bend piping for the hydraulics on pumps and turbines, thank you again.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Luismarambula]

Getting back in the trade, this was super helpful thanks!

[@StarvingElectrician]

I dropped another one you will like. keep on going!

[@tittyrino]

I ordered a no dog.Awesome thank you.Take care

[@StarvingElectrician]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tray8411]

Outstanding!!! Tried to do offset on 1 1/4 conduit.... Had to call in help

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol its all the same juts more akward and heavy! you got this.

[@Casey-511]

Thank you for the blackboard info! First time I have seen a video really explain the multipliers.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you liked it

[@victoraguilar1075]

I really appreciate your help for your time and good explanation 👍

[@StarvingElectrician]

thank yo so much

[@Jrocke07]

Thank you... I'm getting better at EMt .. Those offset are so useful...thx

[@StarvingElectrician]

Great to hear!

[@edgarcabatingan9883]

Starving sir for your vlog about bending EMT conduit it's help me with the my diy projects thanks a lot.

[@StarvingElectrician]

thanks you so much for your comments!!

[@adanarceo4636]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge sir, a little teaching is better than nothing. 👍

[@StarvingElectrician]

thanks so much. Damn I have to make more.

[@Honeybatger]

My goodness, I watched lots of videos and still couldn't understand a thing. It looks easier the way you explaining it now, Thanks very much I wish I knew this channel earlier.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it helped!

[@irvinrosario7763]

This is exactly was I need to learn. Easy explanation. Like the way you teach. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@StarvingElectrician]

wow thank you!

[@denniscicero6118]

Hey man Thanks for explaining it I’m just beginning to learn about bending your method helps

[@kkeavo]

Great video. I'm an electrician in Ireland, we use a different type of bender and the metric system. But the multipliers you gave for the offsets can be applied for us too. Thanks for the video. 🇮🇪👍

[@StarvingElectrician]

So cool im in Ireland now!!...lol always wanted to see that place. some day I will

[@matthewking6860]

Dude, Im 2:30 into this video, and you are a straight up dude. I appreciate your presentation. And I dig that youre telling all the keyboard warriors to piss off. This isnt for them, its fort people like me who have no idea what youre talking about. But im gonna go rewind what i missed writing this and pay attention.. Thank you again.

[@StarvingElectrician]

so awesome for you to say!!! thank you brother!

[@joshv1597]

Thanks for the simple explanations, it was very helpful .

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gregadventures2024]

You’re a very practical and realistic teacher , thanks !

[@dwreed63]

Very well explained, thank you for posting! 💪👊👍

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you. I have another one on 3 point saddles. much better video than this one.

[@DGTubbs]

GAME CHANGING VIDEO!!! Thank you SO much!!!

[@jeremie2599]

Long time big man we really missed you thank for coming back 👍✌️🙏

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you so much. Just getting busy over here.

[@jaimeamill6901]

Thank u, help me a lot will review and write down the lesson. Thanks again Ill

[@StarvingElectrician]

excellent!!! thanks

[@dannunez617]

Awesome, great explanation. This video was helpful. Thanks,

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joef1159]

Thanks for video ,I learned something everyday !

[@StarvingElectrician]

perfect

[@KLNYC]

i never bend any pipe b4. Now I learned something.

[@StarvingElectrician]

awesome I will have more out soon. thanks

[@raymond3722]

Thanks very much,I like how you are straight forward

[@StarvingElectrician]

It’s the only way to be! Thank you so much!

[@johnnorton7817]

Best description I've seen so far. Thanks dude

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it helped!

[@Lionofjudah308]

Right on brother thanks, conduit kicks my ass sometimes. 👍🏼

[@StarvingElectrician]

thats the fun stuff. going to shoot a couple videos on conduit this week. you got this.

[@dryale0]

I’m 6 months into the electrical trade and i just started to learn how to bend conduit and i must admit your videos are hilarious and highly informative i will definitely stay in tune you remind me of my old mechanic Dave lol keep up the videos one man team lol😭🤣🤣

[@StarvingElectrician]

Great to hear! im going to shoot three point saddles next week.

[@TheRubidium7]

Thank you very much for sharing information. I hope you will upload videos on cable tray bend. Looking forward to more of your videos. Again, thank you.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you, I will

[@FredFlintstone21]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video! I learned alot!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jerrybradshaw9879]

Great job,Thanks for the info!

[@fallwoods9378]

Glad to see your back! You’re such a shoot form the hip guy and I love it! Full disclosure- I AM a journeyman!

[@fallwoods9378]

Keep going-you’re helping a lot of people out there and dethroning those with “Top Man Syndome”, ie. the so-called “Elite Electricians”!

[@StarvingElectrician]

what an awesome comment thank you. its tough when you have 23k subs and videos get a couple hundred views. Im giving it the ol college try and trying to stay consistant for those who need the help but its tough to get what videos work to get more views. thanks for watching

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you so much!

[@LP_1246]

Great job explaining

[@StarvingElectrician]

thanks so much

[@katoria69]

Very informative! Thank you! I do hvac but we're doing controls right now and putting up conduits for them. Wish you showed how you did the 90 though. And your neck hot dog comment was hilarious!!

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol right on. more bending videos coming

[@vince6829]

Awesome!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Much appreciated.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it was helpful! more to come soon!

[@zachmorrison-ep1ws]

Hey Big Man, let me hold a hotdog!! Cool video my man! Entertaining and helpful. Thanks

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks

[@Gpetrine]

Thank you !! Great presentation!!!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you liked it!

[@sondabrown7373]

best video on youtube! I appreciate you!!!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Wow, thank you!

[@bamugs1130]

my favorite bending video so far!!! thank you! -apprentice

[@StarvingElectrician]

You're very welcome!

[@lesterbuckman5493]

Thanks champ great tutorial

[@StarvingElectrician]

No problem 👍 more coming soon

[@robertlittle6453]

Thank you so much for the straight forward lesson. The information was very helpful.

[@StarvingElectrician]

glad I could help

[@marc3225]

A real one! 😂 straight forward & basic! Funny guy! Thanks!

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol glad you liked it. make learning fun. its easier to pay attention that way.

[@oldguydoesstuff120]

Thanks for this simple explanation. I'm just a homeowner who wants to make a couple of improvements. If I can learn and do it myself, great. If not, I'll call in a pro like you.

[@StarvingElectrician]

well thank you for those kind words and yes you are right. if yopu cant handle it hire a pro. i live the name btw sounds like me!...lol

[@martirlazo9156]

Thank you good job Sr. 👷‍♂️ simple thinks is better

[@StarvingElectrician]

thanks

[@capoconstruction1961]

Need you to cover Title 24 in depth. You are best freaking trades teacher on you tube. No bs just code and commentary. Perfect Let's talk later about my vision on helping like you

[@StarvingElectrician]

thanks so much. i try to make it so everyone can understand.

[@markm3.16]

Absolutely, you worked hard to learn all you know so offering us bits get us pointed in the right direction after that, I get paid for my time and knowledge. Thank you for your video.

[@StarvingElectrician]

I appreciate that! so true!!!!

[@Honeybatger]

I would love to see you do the 3 and 4 points saddle bend. I have difficulties wrapping my mind around it.

[@StarvingElectrician]

a couple more videos are coming soon

[@kevinf3642]

Thanks! That's what I needed to start out.

[@StarvingElectrician]

excellent to hear!!!

[@user-lf7en6rf8m]

Hi, thank you, i would love more advise, learning some pipe bending for fire alarm. Work, Thank you

[@StarvingElectrician]

Great suggestion!

[@johncastle3350]

AWESOMENESS 👌, straight to the point. I'm new to the trade

[@StarvingElectrician]

great. im planning on a couple more pipe bending videos soon.

[@AYM707]

Super helpful, thank you so much

[@StarvingElectrician]

You're very welcome!

[@Chito350]

Dam bro your your a Badass!!! I like your Honesty!!! This Video helped me understand a lot!!!!

[@StarvingElectrician]

thank you so much i'm happy to hear it helped!!!!

[@kellyreddick5789]

Appreciate the demo boss

[@Follower967]

Great video! Thank you.

[@StarvingElectrician]

thank you for watching!!

[@sohailjanjua123]

Hi, I like your lecture. Thanks

[@StarvingElectrician]

thank you so much

[@carlsitler9071]

I never had pipe bending school. I made a couple saddles just by winging it when no one else in the company wanted to do it. It wasn't tight to the pipe it went over but it wasn't too bad.

[@StarvingElectrician]

keep at it. just a few basics and you will be a pro in no time!

[@jorgenanez1247]

thanks for this video it was very helpful and hilarious

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you enjoyed it! I get more traffic for the homeowner stuff but will post more bending videos

[@stevencovington9508]

Are you military? The terminology you are using is giving me flash backs! Thanks

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol don't wanna give flash backs. no i'm not military I just have a great respect for those who are.

[@gmchute]

Wow, that was great. Totally backed up what I'm learning right now as a 1st term in OJT. Thank you!

[@StarvingElectrician]

You're very welcome! good luck with your training!!!

[@brauliovargas6236]

Thank you that very very helpful

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad it helped

[@maicoelectric.2128]

So helpful dude thanks

[@StarvingElectrician]

No problem 👍

[@kenNCT]

what a great video for a DIYer i had no idea how to bend conduit , now i at least have a glimmer of hope lol........ be well

[@StarvingElectrician]

Lol yea it’s just the beginners I’m trying to help. Glad I was able to.

[@zackfishle1009]

Nice work. This is just what I needed.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad I could help

[@JetsAfterburnersPodcast]

So you used 3 for your first Mark with the offset, can you normally pick a number to start? Basically where did you get the 3 inch mark from?

[@StarvingElectrician]

just a number i picked.

[@JohnnyCab]

just subscribed and gave a thumbs up, great video. i was bending some 3/4'' conduit today and it was a little tricky trying to get the correct distance in the bend , so let's say i need to bend a 24" inch bend i would just mark 6" then the 24" inch mark?

[@StarvingElectrician]

exactly! I have another pipe bending video. take a look

[@stevencovington9508]

Any tips on how to plan a overall basement outlet, switch, light , conduit job?

[@StarvingElectrician]

well one 20 amp bathroom, a plug circuit and a lighting circuit. all depends on how many lights and plugs and how big the load will be.

[@alfeleh]

Nice job, dude. Thanks for the help!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad I could help! Thanks

[@ishmael8291]

Thanks for doing this iam one if those noobs who just wants to know how to bend a damn pipe now especially cause iam at work lol other channels literally just complicate things and make it confusing. If I watch your videos a few more times I think I get the basics! Thanks 👊🏽💪🏽👍🏽

[@StarvingElectrician]

right on. just take your time. my life is a little complicated right now but the next video I want to be about pipe bending. just more simple tricks

[@ronyshemon2961]

Thanks man you are The best..

[@StarvingElectrician]

You're welcome!

[@Erica-fi6vm]

Is there an easy formula to remember these standard deductions and multipliers? I just mean like off the top of your head some trick to always remember

[@StarvingElectrician]

well I use the 30 degree bends. always multiply times 2 easy to remember. I will be doing a new pipe bending video soon with more info.

[@MrErick2391]

Thanks a lot brother, I’ll be practicing at home first lol

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol yea just in case!

[@robertochavez6079]

Thank you brother This vídeo help me a lot!

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad to hear it!

[@SilentKat]

Hey! Thanks for the videos but I have a question for a 3 point saddle, if one side is “up” a bit how would I fix it so it’s flat … hope that makes sense

[@StarvingElectrician]

theres a lot of forgiveness with thin wall. at that point i would flip the three point over and try to get the over bend straight or simply move the bender out from the mark. three points are a pain in the ass. i don't want to get to technical for the beginners.

[@randyandrade5993]

Thank i'm a simple person ! Hands on sort of but I get the idea 👍

[@StarvingElectrician]

Great! hope it helped

[@christopherpaulo6818]

Great video. How do you determine what degree of bend to use?

[@EvenHernandez]

Thanks sir I clarified alot with this video

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad to hear that

[@djaztec97]

Do the same principles apply for RMC and IMC?

[@StarvingElectrician]

no because the diameter is different.

[@cravejdm]

Hell yeah. This is a video. Love it brother

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@derekyrjanainen2894]

So for a 90° inside of a room I’d measure from the start to the corner i’m bending inside of then deduct 5?

[@StarvingElectrician]

yes for 1/2" conduit.

[@GWAR1982]

Thank you.

[@StarvingElectrician]

You're welcome!

[@frankortiz5008]

Awesome video. Nicely done.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Thank you very much!

[@mattk311]

Great video. Thanks man

[@monkiespank]

Dude this was awesome, thanks so much!

[@StarvingElectrician]

so glad you liked it!!!

[@adamfrench8735]

Do you have a video on how many wires can fit in each size pipe?

[@StarvingElectrician]

i dont because that includes D rating. it is in the code book so maybe thats a good next one to do. thanks

[@adamfrench8735]

Love these videos I have learned so much plus the taco crave is real.

[@StarvingElectrician]

Glad you like them! and now im gonna go get tacos!lol

[@keything8487]

i like the no bullshit how to....great video man

[@StarvingElectrician]

lol right on. the only bullshit is coming from me.