A Hydraulic press is a device using a hydraulic cylinder to generate compressive force. Hydraulic presses are commonly used for forging, clinching, moulding, blanking, punching, deep drawing and metal forming operations.
Since the hydraulic press works on the basis of Pascal’s Law, its working is similar to the one of the hydraulic system.
A hydraulic press consists of basic components used in a hydraulic system that includes the cylinder, pistons, the hydraulic pipes, etc.
The working of this press is very simple. The system comprises of two cylinders, the fluid (usually oil) is poured in the cylinder having a small diameter.
This cylinder is known as the slave cylinder.
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