mkustom Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 Howdy fellows, I have finally got all the parts and pieces together to complete my press. Question #1) What type of switch do yo recomend for a 5 horse 220 motor? Question #2) Is there a simple layout plan for the hydraulics piping? Your suggestions are greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orgtwister Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 well for the switch i would go to a eletrical supply house and pick one up there that its rated for your motor as for the piping lay out you have suction line from the tank to the pump then the presure line out to the valve then outlet lines to the ram(they should be marked on the valve ) then a return line to the tank as for the postion of the valve lever i like my self to have the down stroke of the ram so you have to lift the valve handle up that way if you slip or fall on the handle the press will go up but thats my 2 cents and i would put quick disconects on the power lines so i could power other equitment in the future with the same pump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweany Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 Hydraulic Press Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptree Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I woulld use a rated magnetic starter for that size motor, or at least a mechanical pushbutton switch with the right size heaters to protect against over current. Take all the motor nameplate data with you and the electrical supply house can help you. be prepared for about $100+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.