57 mm / 2.24 in Exhaust Merge Collector Cutting Template STL – 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 8-1 Metric Header Fabrication

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Digital 3D printable Exhaust Merge Collector Pipe Cutting Template designed specifically for Ø57.0 mm / approximately 2.24 in round tubing. This model is part of the Europe Metric OD series and is intended for preparing equal-diameter exhaust runners before assembling multi-tube merge collectors, header collectors and custom exhaust manifold collector sections. TUBE OUTSIDE DIAMETER: Ø57.0 mm / approximately 2.24 in 57.0 mm = approximately 2.244 in. The exact reference dimension for this model is Ø57.0 mm outside diameter. The imperial value is included as an approximate reference for international users. SUPPORTED COLLECTOR CONFIGURATIONS: - 2 into 1 / 2-1 - 3 into 1 / 3-1 - 4 into 1 / 4-1 - 5 into 1 / 5-1 - 6 into 1 / 6-1 - 8 into 1 / 8-1 The printed template slides directly onto Ø57.0 mm tubing and provides a reusable physical reference for marking the cutting geometry required before assembling several equal-diameter runners into a merge collector. Instead of manually calculating and laying out every collector cut, the same printed fabrication tool can be reused to prepare multiple tubes with consistent geometry. This makes it useful for professional exhaust fabricators, custom header builders, turbo manifold fabricators, motorsport workshops and individual automotive projects. HOW TO USE: 1. Measure the actual outside diameter of the tubing and confirm Ø57.0 mm. 2. Slide the printed template onto the runner tube. 3. Select the required collector configuration. 4. Position and orient the template correctly. 5. Trace the required cutting geometry with a marker. 6. Remove the plastic template before cutting. 7. Cut the tube using an angle grinder, bandsaw, hacksaw or another suitable metal-cutting tool. 8. Deburr and finish the cut surfaces. 9. Repeat the process for all required runners. 10. Rotate and arrange the prepared runners into the required collector configuration. 11. Check the mating surfaces. 12. Tack weld the collector assembly. 13. Verify symmetry, runner alignment and outlet geometry. 14. Complete the final welding only after confirming the full collector shape. SUITABLE FOR: - Exhaust merge collectors - Header collectors - Custom exhaust manifolds - Naturally aspirated headers - Turbo manifolds - Motorsport exhaust fabrication - Racing headers - Stainless steel manifolds - Mild steel manifolds - Motorcycle exhaust fabrication - Custom automotive fabrication - Prototype exhaust systems - TIG welding - MIG welding - General tube fabrication Ø57.0 mm tubing is a common European metric size for larger exhaust runners, custom headers, merge collectors and manifold fabrication. This template is especially useful when several equal-size Ø57.0 mm runners need to converge into a single collector outlet. EUROPE METRIC OD SERIES This version is designed specifically for: Ø57.0 mm actual outside diameter tubing. The imperial value is included as an approximate international reference. IMPORTANT SIZE NOTE: Ø57.0 mm is not the same as exact 2-1/4 in OD tubing. Exact 2-1/4 in OD = Ø57.15 mm. These two sizes remain separate in the template range because the Europe Metric series and North America Inch OD series use different exact dimensions and markings. Always select the STL that corresponds to the actual tubing outside diameter and market standard being used. DIGITAL PRODUCT ONLY. This listing contains a digital STL file for 3D printing. No physical template, metal tubing, finished collector, exhaust manifold, welding equipment or cutting tools are included. IMPORTANT: Always measure the actual outside diameter of your tubing before printing. Tube manufacturing tolerances, welded seams, coatings, filament shrinkage and 3D printer dimensional calibration can affect template fit. The printed part is a MARKING AND FABRICATION GUIDE only. Remove the plastic template before cutting, grinding or welding. Always test-fit the prepared runners and verify the complete merge collector geometry before final welding.