Measuring an offset?

[ConorM8350]

Hi all.
Just curious to find out the proper way to measure an off set? Obviously different tradesmen have their preferred method so if you could share what way you think works best that would be greatly appreciated!
Cheers.

 

[Blackcatgas]

Do you mean when bending pipe?, I do it by eye, i get it right first time 30% of the time, then might need to adjust my bend in the benders again the other 70% of the time.

 

[dontknowitall]

Method I was taught was bend about 45 degrees, lay horizontal along floorboard join and measure offset from floorboard to angled part. Make a pencil cross on the pipe, turn pipe over and bend it there.

Much easier to demonstrate than explain in a typed post!

 

[kirkgas]

Hi all.
Just curious to find out the proper way to measure an off set? Obviously different tradesmen have their preferred method so if you could share what way you think works best that would be greatly appreciated!
Cheers.

i've sent you a message to email me as i have some sheets that might be useful to you, one in particular if you use a hand bender rather than a floor

 

[helpsy]

Have a look at UK Copper Board Website, you can get a good book from them for free and lots of info.
There is various ways to do the same task its just personal preference for what works best/easiest for you.