RogueFab M605
Highlights
- Mid expensive from this MFR
- test data
✔Pros
- •Publishes a materials list covering all major material types commonly bent on this class of machine.
- •Manufacturer documents a bronze-class mandrel option for this frame.
!Cons
No cons listed. We explicitly only display cons when they are obvious from direct comparison within the range of models on this site and come from a clear, documented source (manufacturer documentation unless expressly stated otherwise inline with the con).
Materials compatibility
Based on manufacturer documentation and test use; not a substitute for checking your exact material spec.
Mild steelStainless steel4130 chromolyBrassCopperTitaniumAluminum
Scoring audit (inputs + math)
This section shows the exact inputs and calculations used to generate the score above.
Scoring inputs (interpreted)
{
"entryPrice": 1102,
"brand": "RogueFab",
"powerType": "Air / Hydraulic + Electric / Hydraulic",
"easeOfUseTier": null,
"maxCapacity": "2",
"bendAngle": 195,
"wallThicknessCapacity": 0.25,
"materialsCount": 7,
"yearsInBusiness": 16,
"dieShapesCount": 0,
"mandrel": "bronze"
}Total (breakdown): 80 / 100Total (badge): 80 / 100
Value for Money
Autoscaled mechanics-only value using rawValue=(capabilityPoints/entryPrice). capabilityPoints=51, entryPrice=1102, rawValue=4.628e-2. Dataset band: P10=3.363e-7, P90=2.460e-6. Values are clamped into [P10,P90] and mapped to 1..20.
20/20
Ease of Use & Setup
Portability: 2/3. Evidence checklist: 5/7. Manual=No, On-machine instructions=Yes, Angle reference=Yes, Angle stop=No, Rotation aid=clamp_on_digital, Quick die change=Yes, Mfr YouTube model content=Yes.
7/10
Max Diameter & CLR Capability
Fixed OD tiers. OD=2 in. CLR is display-only (not scored).
7/10
Bend Angle Capability
Fixed angle tiers. Angle=195 deg.
9/9
Stress Capacity & Materials
0.25" published max wall for 1.75" OD DOM. Documented materials (7/7): steel, stainless, 4130, aluminum, titanium, copper, brass/bronze.
9/10
Die Selection & Shapes
No published/entered die-family coverage for this frame; this category scores 0 rather than guessing.
0/8
Track Record (Years in Business)
Scored from stated years in business: 16.
2/3
Upgrade Path & Modularity
Documented upgrade path covering: power upgrade path, length backstop / stop system, rotation indexing for bend-to-bend alignment, built-in or machine-mounted angle readout, auto-stop for bend angle, thick-wall specific tooling or capacity upgrades, thin-wall / AL / stainless bend-quality upgrades.
7/8
Mandrel Compatibility
Mandrel bending capability documented by the manufacturer for this frame with a bronze-class mandrel system (e.g., nickel/bronze), or an explicitly equivalent factory-supported system.
4/4
True S-Bend Capability
Meets TubeBenderReviews S-bend definition: two opposite-direction bends with ≤0.125" straight (tangent) between them, verified via specs/photos.
3/3
USA Manufacturing (Disclosure-Based)
Disclosure-based tier 5/5 based solely on the manufacturer's own claims about where frames, dies, hydraulics, and assembly occur. We do not audit factories or offer legal opinions on FTC compliance; this scores the stated claim only.
5/5
Origin Transparency
Transparency tier 2/5 based on how clearly the manufacturer documents the origin of major components. This scores documentation quality only; it does not reward or penalize any specific country of origin.
2/5
Single-Source System
Complete, fully functional system (frame + dies + hydraulics/lever) available from one primary manufacturer/storefront.
2/2
Warranty (Published Terms Only)
Clear multi-year or lifetime coverage on major structural components, based on published warranty terms. This category is based strictly on published terms; we do not score how well the warranty is honored in practice.
3/3
Audit trail & citations for this model
This section shows the proof behind the specs that drive scoring for this specific model — including where each spec came from, when it was pulled, and who verified it.
Expand audit trail & citation list for this model
| Spec / field | Value used | Source / document | Accessed (YYYY-MM-DD) | Notes | Initials / Emp# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
angleMeasurement | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
autoStop | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page references optional auto-stop | AN1066 |
Die price – Max (limiting OD / CLR) (diePriceMax) | 568 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Die price – Min (180° complete) (diePriceMin) | 249 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
diePrice150Mid | 265 | 1.50 x 4.5 die, standard pressure die, no laser index on clamp, single clamp, no die spacers. Total $265. www.RogueFab.com Specs | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
dieShapes | Round tube, Pipe, Square tube, EMT, Metric round / square, Plastic / urethane pressure dies, Other | other = hex, https://www.roguefab.com/product/m600-bolt-on-die-spacers/ | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Frame price – Max (framePriceMax) | 1169 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Frame price – Min (framePriceMin) | 734 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
hasAngleReference | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
hasAngleStop | No | — | — | — | AN1066 |
hasManual | No | — | — | — | AN1066 |
hasMfrYoutubeModelContent | Yes | https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Rogue+Fabrication+m605 | 2026-02-06 | YouTube Search | AN1066 |
hasOnMachineInstructions | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
hasPowerUpgradePath | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Hydraulics price – Max (hydraulicPriceMax) | 2425 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Hydraulics price – Min (hydraulicPriceMin) | 119 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m601-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page, references Harbor Freight Ram | AN1066 |
lengthStop | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Made in / origin claim (country) | Assembled in USA / qualified USA claim | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Mandrel option (mandrel) | bronze | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Max diameter capacity (maxCapacity) | 2 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
originTransparencyTier | 2 – Minimal disclosure (scattered or vague origin language) | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
portability | portable_with_rolling_option | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Built in base, rolling cart optional (made by MFR) | AN1066 |
Power type (powerType) | Air / Hydraulic + Electric / Hydraulic | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
quickDieChange | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/m600-bolt-on-die-spacers/ | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
rotationAid | clamp_on_digital | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
rotationIndexing | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page, bender upgrades package. | AN1066 |
S-bend capability (sBendCapability) | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
singleSourceSystemTier | 2 – Frame + dies + hydraulics/lever all sold by one primary manufacturer/storefront | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
Stand / cart price – Max (standPriceMax) | 1499 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/build-your-bender-cart/#choose-your-bender-cart | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
thickWallUpgrade | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
thinWallUpgrade | Yes | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
warrantyTier | 3 – Strong, clearly written warranty (e.g. lifetime on frame or ≥3-year comprehensive coverage) | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | FAQ Page | AN1066 |
weight | 255 | https://www.roguefab.com/product/metal-tube-bender-m605-1-die/#bender | 2026-02-06 | Product Page | AN1066 |
yearsInBusiness | 16 | https://www.roguefab.com/faqs/ | 2026-02-06 | FAQ | AN1066 |