4-Post Hydraulic Press Plans
4-Post Hydraulic Press Plans
Do-It-Yourself Shop Press Plans designed for super high capacity, like 20-50 Ton with a Hydraulic ram or Jack. Choose these plans for times where perpendicularity and parallelism are important.
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Description
Description
This 4-post shop press is super heavy-duty — up to 50 Ton Hydraulic Press — with options for 20 Ton and 30 Ton as well. Use this one for applications where perpendicularity and/or parallelism are important. Because the upper press reaction beam is infinitely adjustable, it can fit many unique jobs. Adjust the 4 posts independently to make the plate as flat as you have the ability to measure it.
This press will handle the large jobs. Not just the high force requirements, but also for large parts. The 4 posts can be as long or short as needed, which gives the press a very large working height. Move the top plate up or down to suit the need. While posts shown in the image are on the shorter side, they come in many lengths.
The Anvil here is just one of many possibilities. Make others with the features you need to accomplish your job(s), because the anvil can switch out with other styles.
Specifications
Specifications
4-Post Hydraulic Press Plans
- 4-Post, Hydraulic Press Plans.
- Infinitely Variable Height Adjustment — Set each leg one at a time.
- The 4 separate posts give full leveling and parallelism adjustment.
- Options for 20 Ton, 30 Ton and 50 Ton Press Capacity. Build it the way you want it.
- Your choice of Hydraulic Press jack. Use a standard hydraulic jack, or a system cylinder.
- Almost any jack with do. Just insert the needed jack for fine press accuracy.
- Plans show one anvil design, however, it is interchangeable with other custom options.
- Plans include complete blueprints and instructions.
More About The Design Features
More About The Design Features
The 4-post 20 ton – 50 ton shop press is especially heavy duty with a design to help secure position for perpendicularity and/or parallelism during pressing operations. Each leg is infinitely adjustable to meet a wide variety of size requirements while exactly locating the upper press beam. This gives infinite options for whatever working height you need.
Incidentally, if you find you need more height later, simply change the 4 posts for longer ones. For small action, set the press on a stand if needed for a different working height.
Design options include hydraulic press capacities of 20 tons, 30 tons, and up to a full 50 tons. A max of 100,000 lbs force! This is not a wimpy Chinese mail order tool. This design will take the full hydraulic press force without complaining.
The anvil attaches directly to the hydraulic jack giving direct force application. Also, any number of anvil variations or attachments can easily substitute and meet the job or project requirement you have.
Press construction requires steel cutting and drilling.
Load Capacity is up to 50 Tons.*
Need something simpler? See our 2-Post Press!
Plans include easy to follow, fully illustrated instructions as well as engineering options for 20 Ton, 30 Ton and 50 Ton capacity. For more about the plans, please also see plans sample pages.
Maximize Your Project
Make the most of your new shop tools project. We have the plans, of course, and these additional resources as well.
First: Purchase the plans with the "Add to Cart" button, then right after payment, a digital copy is ready to save on your computer. Please see this article if you have questions about getting the plans.
Second: Look through the plans and decide on the many options, and which are right for you. (Things like size, capacity and customizing.) Read this article about When It's Safe To Customize the Plans for your project. You might also look to our Customer Stories page for inspiration.
Third: Get the most out of your new Tool with accessories. Press plates, Beam trolley(s), winch and lifting or pressing equipment, are useful for full function. We recommend Quality accessories that will serve you well for years. Try retailers like Grainger, MSC, McMaster and others. Cheaper stuff is easy to find on Amazon, eBay, etc..
Fourth: We have a lot of articles to help in building. Just type a question in the Show Me bar (top of this page) for a list. Or, for simple browsing, please see the many Articles from the Mechanic.
Reminder: Building requires skill and tools for things like cutting, drilling, and accurate set-up, as well as (for some plans) machining and welding. Strength, durability, and enjoyment depend on building it well. Build it well, and it will Serve you Well !!
Notes for Success
* Load capacity for a CRANE is a static vertical load which is highly dependent on materials used, construction techniques, assembly methods, orientation and squareness of the assembly, and proper load distribution. Load capacity does not include the individual component capacities for tools, trolley, cables, chains or other hoist equipment. Do not exceed manufactures limits on any of the equipment. Always use Extreme Caution when lifting, and don't allow hanging loads to swing. Here is some more good Crane Safety advice.
* Load capacity for a PRESS is a static, vertical load central in the frame, and is highly dependent on choices for materials, components, construction techniques, assembly methods, orientation and squareness of the assembly. It is made for a hydraulic or screw type prime mover only. Not for pneumatics. Load capacity does not include strength of purchased parts such as the hydraulic jack, tools, press plates or other equipment. Do not exceed manufactures limits on any of the equipment. Always Use Extreme Caution and Proper Safety Equipment When Pressing, and don't press items that are not inline with the forces from the prime mover (jack). For trouble-free life of the shop tools and accessories, we always encourage care and safety.
Please make sure all fastening methods will handle the vibration and environment of how and where it will operate – including proper fastener types, bolt grades, torques, and nut types. Then, be smart about loading, load distribution, force orientation, pressure, and surrounding conditions. We want you safe to enjoy your new tool for a long time ahead.
Thank You — The Mechanical Elements Team
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