SH-Series
2.5 Ton to 15 Ton Compact Hydraulic Press
These compact hydraulic presses deliver up to 15 tons of force in a space-saving design, offering smooth, fast operation for pressing, forming, and assembly. Built to order and fully customizable, they adapt perfectly to your unique production needs.
Applications: Bushing/Bearing Insertion, Stud Insertion, Broaching, Swaging, Trimming, Assembly, Notching, Joining, Forming, Fastening and more.
The Model SH-250 Hydraulic Press is a mid-range, compact, high speed, hydraulic press designed to satisfy a wide range of production needs. This press package comes standard with a 240V/480V, 3 phase, self-contained hydraulic power unit and an air/oil heat exchanger for those high duty production applications.
SH-Series Hydraulic Press Information & Options
Standard Models
- Model SH-250 (2.5 Tons)
- Model SH-300 (5-10 Tons)
- Model SH-500 (15 Tons)
Standard Features
- “Opto-Touch” Control Buttons, Non-Tie Down Control Circuit
- Rapid Ram Advance Using a Hi-Lo System
- Anti-Rotation Ram Guide
- 240V/480V, 3 Phase, Self-Contained Power Unit with Heat Exchanger
- Oil Level Gauge
- Nema Enclosure
- 120V Control Voltage
Available Standard Add-ons
- Matching Floor Stands
- Pressure / Dwell / Distance Return Options
- Adjustable Downstop
- Jog Control Circuit
- Fault Circuit Control Package (E-FI)
- Increased Stroke Lengths
- Press Frame Modifications
- Other Voltage Options
- Additional information on Control Packages
SH-Series Compact Hydraulic Press Model Comparison
| Description | Model SH-250 2.5 Ton Hydraulic Press | Model SH-300/400 5 to 10 Ton Hydraulic Press | Model SH-500 15 Ton Hydraulic Press |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specifications | |||
| Force Range | 2,000 lb. – 5,000 lb. | 3,500 lb. – 20,000 lb. | 7,400 lb. – 30,000 lb. |
| Stroke (Standard) | 6″ | 6″ | 6″ |
| Cylinder Bore | 3.25″ | 4″ | 5″ |
| Ram Diameter | 1.375″ | 2.000″ | 3.000″ |
| Reservoir Capacity | 16 Gallons | 23 Gallons | 25 Gallons |
| Motor H.P. | 3 HP / 1,800 RPM / 3 phase / TEFC | 5 HP / 1,800 RPM / 3 phase / TEFC | 5 HP / 1,800 RPM / 3 phase / TEFC |
| Daylight (Standard) | 12″ | 14.50″ | 16″ |
| Throat (Standard) | 6.25″ | 6.25″ | 8.25″ |
| Approximate Weight | 700 lb. | 1,100 lb. | 1,700 lb. |
| Floor Stand Weight | 205 lb. | 205 lb. | 405 lb. |
| Ram Speed I.P.M. | |||
| Approach | 420 | 300 | 165 |
| Press | 65 | 60 | 40 |
| Return | 440 | 320 | 210 |
| Operating Pressure (P.S.I.) | |||
| Minimum | 250 | 250 | 250 |
| Maximum | 600 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
Custom Modifications for Your Compact Hydraulic Press
Available Customizations
- Light Curtains & Guarding Packages
- PLC Control Options
- 4-Post and 2-Post Designs
- Load Cell & Distance Monitoring Packages
- Selectable Modes of Operation
- Control Systems Designed for Future Expansion
- Custom Tooling and Fixture Packages
- Emergency Stop Control Circuit
- 24vDC Control Circuit
- Linear Position Transducer
- Custom Control Packages
10-Ton Hydraulic Press with Special Electric Dual Opto-Touch Control Package
What custom modifications are best for your press equipment?
This free guide goes through key equipment modifications and which ones are best when you’re looking for optimal performance, efficiency and productivity for your operation.
Want the power of a hydraulic press without the high cost and maintenance?
We specialize in air-over-oil press technology. In many scenarios when customers have come to us for hydraulic presses without requiring hydraulic control for both the extend and retract of the press cycle, they are often better served by a hydropneumatic press, with it’s smaller energy footprint and faster return on investment. Our air-over-oil presses come at a fraction of the cost compared to hydraulic presses, require less maintenance, emit minimal noise, and do not require a high voltage power source, all the while delivering the same force and performance as their hydraulic counterparts across a variety of applications.
Meet the C-Series Air Hydraulics Press: the perfect alternative to the SH-Series Hydraulic press for force capabilities with higher efficiency and lower up-front investment.
