blacksmith-450 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Yesterday I worked on my project. The frame is almost finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric Furrer Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 I assume you are planning to only make narrow forgings? The center of the ram rod is rather close to the frame. I understand this limits the lever effect of the ram, but it also limits the material you can forge. Ric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 6, 2017 Author Share Posted December 6, 2017 Yes, the upper die will be 6x6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhitee93 Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 Looks like a good start. If I am thinking about it correctly, and I may not be as it has been a rough day and my brain hurts, I think the full force of the press is going to be exerted on the stich welds holding your lower I-beam section to the main I-beam. As it is, I think you'll shear the lower section away in use. You may be intending to strengthen that connection up, but I thought I'd point it out just in case. Good luck with the build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalcain2 Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 Me want 1 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 16, 2017 Author Share Posted December 16, 2017 On 12/13/2017 at 3:13 PM, rhitee93 said: You may be intending to strengthen that connection up, but I thought I'd point it out just in case. Maybe overkill, but it can't be bad... I'll do before completing the assembly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coert Steenberg Posted December 17, 2017 Share Posted December 17, 2017 Hi Had to create a profile when I saw this. What pump are you planning to pair with your cylinder? Do you plan to put some kind of cover over the cylinder? I only ask, because if the cylinder breaks somewhere down the line it might be a good idea to have one in place for safety reasons So far it looks awesome, can't wait to see the finished product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eseemann Posted December 17, 2017 Share Posted December 17, 2017 On 12/13/2017 at 2:13 PM, rhitee93 said: I think the full force of the press is going to be exerted on the stich welds Rhitee93, What would you suggest to reinforce the press in the case of these stitch welds? Looking at it as an amateur grinder (since I seem to grind more than weld) I would not have thought of that. Maybe you would use some stock that welds to all 4 flanges (if that is the right word) of the 2 I-beams? Before I got my 220 installed I would have drilled holes for 1/2" grade 8 bolts. BlackSmith 450, please let us know the pump and the specs the ram requires and then post a video of you and your inner 12 year old squishing things! thanks, Ernest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ Smith Posted December 17, 2017 Share Posted December 17, 2017 Looks like the same cyl I Have 26 inches long almost 5 inches in Dia. with a 3 inch rod. I use a 16 gpm and has a good speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 17, 2017 Author Share Posted December 17, 2017 Cylinder : 23 X 4.5 5hp Motor (220) + this pump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eseemann Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 6 hours ago, TJ Smith said: 26 inches long almost 5 inches in Dia. with a 3 inch rod. I use a 16 gpm and has a good TJ, What PSI does your pump run? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eseemann Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Looking forward to seeing how well it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tech413 Posted December 18, 2017 Share Posted December 18, 2017 Can't wait to watch this build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 25, 2017 Author Share Posted December 25, 2017 I took up the weld all the way between the main beam and the table beam. I also added a belt to hold the cylinder in place, it is not yet installed in the picture. I still have to do the motor support and then install the hoses. It going ! Merry Christmas to everyone !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMike Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 Looks great. can't wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtknives Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 I ran your numbers through my calculator and with your motor and ram combo at 3000psi this is what you can run. This is assuming your running the pump at it's rated RPM and th low pressure side is 650psi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 jtknives - I have the Jim Batson book, and a 3hp would be suffisant for my setup. My first forging press was a converted artisanal log splitter and I have got great results (1.5hp and power steering pump). I'm very excited to see that one on duty. Thanks for the maths ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtknives Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 I was not saying your set up would not work. I was saying this is the numbers that the experts say to use. Your very close to these numbers but I don't think I would try it with a 3hp. Motors do have service factors but your not suppose to design a system around that number. I don't have the book and don't know Jim so all I can go off is the people that have a lot more schooling then I and thy say this is how it's done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 There is no problem. Jim Batson wrote the book how to make a forging press. You can find it on the web. For the specs, numbers are always more pessimistic than reality. I would not go with a 1hp or 2hp engine ... but a 3hp would be enough for my pump, I would bet a $ 2 there on it ... as for the Pats at Superbowl 2018. LOL !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted January 2, 2018 Author Share Posted January 2, 2018 The «heart» is in place ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted January 21, 2019 Author Share Posted January 21, 2019 Little update. I have to finish the dies and adjust the guide.... I'm not far from the end of this project ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted January 30, 2020 Author Share Posted January 30, 2020 I have finally finish the dies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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