Does it come with instructions

It was a while ago but I think it is very basic instructions. Once you start feeding the planks into the device and turning and bending you will quickly work out what you have to do.

Can anyone tell me if this can be used with 3mm dowel please

This is designed to be used with flat strip planking and would not work with dowels.

Expecting heating with electric current to bend venerr wood to build guitars & similar string musical instruments

This is a mechanical plank bender - no heating involved.

Do you have to soak your planks before using this device ?

Sometimes it will do them cold. But only with very thin stuff. I've never soaked them as such, and to be honest, I don't think that soaking is the correct technique. I steam them using the kettle. Steam bending is used by furniture makers and industry. I was thinking of making a purpose built tank. Which would enable me to do lots,at a time. But the kettle makes them pliable. One at a time. The trick is to keep running them through the bender patiently increasing the radios with each pass. Until you achieve your desired bend. Try to do it in one go and it is almost certain that it will snap. I hope this helps you.

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🛠️ Master the art of perfect curves—because your model deserves precision.

COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - At just 280g and pocket-sized, it fits seamlessly into your creative workspace.
VERSATILE THICKNESS HANDLING - Easily bends wood strips up to 3mm thick, perfect for delicate model ship planking.
PRECISION TRIPLE WHEEL DESIGN - Customize your bend radius with three adjustable wheels for flawless curves every time.
TRUSTED ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP - Manufactured by Mantua, a name synonymous with quality in model shipbuilding tools.
EFFORTLESS HAND POWERED CONTROL - No batteries, no noise—just pure manual finesse for authentic craftsmanship.

The Mantua Plank Bender is a compact, hand-operated tool designed specifically for model ship and boat builders. Featuring a unique triple-wheel system with adjustable settings, it bends wood strips up to 3mm thick with precision and ease. Lightweight and battery-free, this tool offers tactile control for flawless planking, making it an essential addition to any serious modeler's toolkit.

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ASIN	B009QIRSLG
Best Sellers Rank	302,958 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 298 in Watercraft Model Building Kits 46,932 in Power Tool Accessories
Brand Name	Mantua Model
Colour	Black
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (107)
Educational Objective	Develop fine manual skills, patience and understanding of boat building techniques through hands-on learning.
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	5.2 x 4.1 x 9.6 centimetres
Manufacturer	MANTUA
Manufacturer Part Number	8150
Manufacturer recommended age	14 years and up
Material Type	Wood
Model Number	8150
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Size	Small
Theme	Wood
UPC	513676211118 670534819807
Unit Count	1.0 count

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PLANK OR STRIP BENDER FOR WOOD STRIPS MODEL SHIP BUILDING

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