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October – November 2025 Giveaway **CLOSED**

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Live Video Link: Join Us Live on YouTube Live on November 26th @1:30 PST

 

Grand Prize  (see below): M605 Welded and Powder-coated (Your Choice Of Die) | Air/Hydraulic Ram | Clear Zinc VersaNotcher | Free shipping to Continental US (Value approximately $2800)
Runner-Up Prize #1: $50 Gift Card
Runner-Up Prize #2: $25 Gift Card

Donation Recipient (for donated merchandise):

Donation #1: Suggest your educational program below!

Details here (Suggest an EDU Program): EDU PROGRAM (LINK)

All winners drawn while they’re watching our live video will get $25 to $100 added to their prize!!!

Grand Prize Full Details:

  • M605 Welded and Powder-Coated
  • Your Choice Of Die set
  • Air/Hydraulic Pump
  • Clear Zinc VersaNotcher
  • Free Shipping To Continental US

 

The entry period for the giveaway starts October 1st, 2025, and runs through November 25th, 2025. You can enter for FREE, or by just buying tools or swag from us, or writing a review! You have GREAT odds of winning the grand prize! This isn’t like those typical social media giveaways from massive corporations where there are ten thousand people entering! In May of 2023 (1-month drawing period), we only had 80 people enter! When you consider that some of those are single-entry methods, those are amazing odds!

Black Friday Bonus for ALL Entrants:  Everyone who enters the giveaway (by any purchasing method) will automatically receive a $25 coupon to use during our Black Friday Sale (Nov 28 – Dec 1, 2025) Even if you don’t win the bender, you still win savings! ***MINIMUM $250 PURCHASE TO USE COUPON***

HOW TO ENTER:  You have several ways to earn entries into the M605 Bender Giveaway. You can do one or do them all — your entries will add up. Some entry methods are unlimited, while others are limited to one per person.

1. Purchase Entries (Unlimited)

  • Deep Saws Hole Saws → Worth 1 entry per $1 spent Buy Here! 
  • Rogue Fab Prototractors & Accessories → Worth 2 entries per $1 spent Buy Here!
  • Rogue Fab Swag (hoodies, shirts, hats, stickers, etc.) → Worth 2 entries per $1 spent Buy Here!
  • Only the product cost counts toward entries (shipping and tax do not).
  • There is no limit to how many entries you can earn through purchases.

Example: Buying a $100 Prototractor gets you 200 entries. Adding a $50 hoodie gets you 50 more entries — total of 250 entries in one order!

 

2. Write a Review (Limit: One per person)

  • Leave a product review on our website or a company review on Google.
  • A written review = 25 entries.
  • A review that includes a photo = 50 entries.
  • Reviews on these products will get you DOUBLE ENTRIES! UltraNotcher, Mandrel Attachment, Roll Cage Dream Package , and the 2.0HP Electric/Hydraulic Power Unit.
  • Only one review counts per person for this giveaway (choose website or Google). Being logged in on WWW.ROGUEFAB.COM will get you additional entries!
  • Reviews must be original and relevant. Short reviews like “Great product” or “I want to win” will not count. Photos must be your own.

 

3. Share on Social Media (Limit: One per person)

  • Make a post on your primary social media account about the giveaway.
  • You must: 
  • Tag us @RogueFab
  • Mention that we’re giving away a tubing bender
  • Use at least one relevant hashtag (example: #RogueFabGiveaway, #AffordableTubingBender, #GoRogue)
  • You may use our photos or one of your own featuring RogueFab gear.
  • This is worth 25 entries.

 

4. Mail a Postcard (Limit: One per household)

  • Send a postcard to:
    Rogue Fabrication
    42335 SE Marmot Rd
    Sandy, OR 97055
  • Include the following information:
  1. “M605 Giveaway”
  2. Your full name
  3. Phone number
  4. Email address
  5. Return address
  • A valid email address is required (this also subscribes you to our newsletter, which you may opt out of at any time).
  • Each postcard = 25 entries.
  • Only one postcard per household will be accepted.

 

Remember: You can combine all these entry methods. For example, if you make a purchase, leave a review, share on social, and send a postcard, you’ll get entries from each method. The more you do, the better your odds.

FAQ: What if I didn’t even know I entered?

Great question! Every qualifying purchase during the giveaway period automatically counts as entries. That means:

  • If you bought Deep Saws, Prototractors, or RogueFab swag between Oct 1 and Nov 25, your order already earned entries for you — even if you didn’t realize it at the time.

  • You don’t need to do anything extra to be included.

  • This is a fun bonus for our regular customers who might not have even been trying to enter.

So whether you purchased just to enter, or you were simply picking up tools for your shop, your entries are in the drawing.

Reminder: You can also earn additional entries by leaving a review, sharing us on social media, or sending in a postcard. Full details are on our giveaway page.

DRAWING/PRIZE DETAILS:

We will announce the winner(s) live on YouTube at the time posted at the top. That person can choose the configuration of our prize package that is priced at the amount shown in this post.  If they want to upgrade any items, they can pay the retail price difference. If they want store credit on dies or a mandrel attachment, etc., the credit is $1,800, and shipping IS NOT included.

When we announce names on YouTube live, we will remind the winners to comment. If they are present at that time (we will know when you comment), the prizes will have $100/$50/$25 in credit added to them (Grand, 2nd, 3rd prize). Make sure you tune in!

We do giveaways like this often. They only last 2 months. We NEVER EVER have double-entry days or anything like that.

 

#GoRogue #Madeinusa #freemoney #giveaway #contest #freetools #m600 #versanotcher #printedinUSA #local #itstimetodie #musthavetools #getbent #becauseracecar #mandrelbending #benttitanium #2inchsolid #tubebender #tubingbender #tubebenders #tubingbenders #pipebender #pipebenders #welding #workhard #fabrication

Void where prohibited. No cash back given. No cash value. No purchase necessary to enter. Must be 18 years old to enter. FULL DRAWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS AT https://www.roguefab.com/giveawayterms/

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Why Every Fabricator Should Ditch the CAD Method for Prototractors

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Accuracy is everything when you’re bending tube, whether for roll cages,  handrails, or custom chassis work. Most fabricators start with one of two methods: CAD software layout or hands-on prototyping tools like the Prototractor.

If you’ve relied on CAD to lay out your bends, it might be time to rethink your approach. In this post, we’ll break down the drawbacks of CAD and show why a physical layout tool like the Prototractor can save you time, reduce waste, and help you bend more accurately every time.

What is CAD Layout in Fabrication?

CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software allows fabricators to digitally plan their tube layouts, inputting bend radii, angles, and tube lengths into a drawing program to simulate the end result.

While CAD works in theory, in practice, it can lead to:

  • Extra time spent drawing and adjusting layouts

  • Errors from incorrect data or missed rotation angles

  • A disconnect between the design and real-world fit

  • Frustration for new students or team members with no CAD experience

What is a Prototractor?

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The Prototractor is a tool that allows fabricators to prototype full tube layouts using PVC pipe. Instead of laying out your bends on a screen, you use physical Prototractor components to simulate real bends and rotations, visually and in real-time.

With the Prototractor, you can:

  • See bend angles and rotations clearly

  • Measure lengths between bends directly

  • Test and revise the layout before bending tubing

  • Train students or employees quickly and effectively

 Learn more here: Prototractor Product Page

CAD vs Prototractor: Why Real-World Beats Virtual

While CAD software has long been the go-to for designing and planning tube layouts, it often falls short when it’s time to bring those designs to life. Creating a full tube layout in CAD can be time-consuming and difficult to visualize, especially for complex multi-plane bends. And even with careful planning, it’s still easy to end up with scrap due to misjudged rotation angles, bend locations, or overlooked real-world constraints.

This is where the Prototractor offers a serious advantage. Instead of relying on a screen, fabricators can build a full-scale prototype using inexpensive PVC tubing and Prototractor jigs. You can measure angles and tube rotation directly from the mock-up, test your fit in real space, and make adjustments without wasting a single stick of steel. It’s faster, easier to teach, and far more intuitive, especially for hands-on learners.

Unlike CAD, which often requires a learning curve and access to expensive software, the Prototractor is ready to use right out of the box. It’s a perfect tool for shops that want to move fast and for schools training students who are still getting familiar with the tube layout. Plus, seeing a physical prototype helps eliminate guesswork and boosts confidence when it’s finally time to bend the real thing.

 Want to see it in action? Watch the Prototractor Demo Video

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Who Benefits from Using a Prototractor?

The Prototractor is designed for fabricators of all levels, whether you’re working in a professional shop or teaching a group of students in a classroom. For professionals, it’s especially useful for projects where precision and fitment are critical, such as roll cages, custom chassis, exhaust routing, and structural handrails. If you’ve ever had to redo a bend because a CAD layout didn’t quite translate to the real world, the Prototractor will quickly prove its value.

The benefits are just as strong in schools and training programs. The Prototractor gives students a tangible way to learn about bend-plane rotation, tube angles, and layout strategies without needing access to CAD software or making costly mistakes with steel. It’s an approachable tool that simplifies instruction and reinforces core fabrication concepts, making it ideal for high school welding classes, college-level fab programs, and even maker spaces or job training centers.

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Final Thoughts – Ditch the CAD, Not Your Time or Materials

If you’ve been laying out your bends in CAD only to end up with fitment issues, extra trial bends, or scrap material, you’re not alone. CAD is powerful, but it’s not always practical for the shop floor.

The Prototractor gives you speed, confidence, and clarity. It’s a more innovative, hands-on approach to tube layout that works just as well for students learning the ropes as it does for pros on a tight deadline.

Ready to upgrade your layout process?
Explore the Prototractor system or contact our team to build a custom package that fits your needs.