theothertom
Plastic
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Wondering what the proper tonnage for a Hydraulic Puch press would be to punch through 16 - 22 ga. sheet metal.
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Tonnage Recommandation
- Thread starter theothertom
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crossthread
Titanium
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- Richmond,VA,USA
I think what Rewt was implying is that without knowing the size of the hole you want to punch.....who knows how much tonnage you need.
CAMasochism
Stainless
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- DFW, Texas
20 meters! In 4340V!
Limy Sami
Diamond
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- Norfolk, UK
There is a formula, but I'm not a press guy - so let me do a quick google on that for you.
How to Calculate Punching Force (Formula & Tonnage Calculator) | MachineMfg.com
How to Calculate Punching Force (Formula & Tonnage Calculator) | MachineMfg.com
Mike1974
Diamond
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- Tampa area
I thought you were being a smart aleck, but the link is good.
Except there is no calculation for springs for strippers (if going that route)...Limy Sami
Diamond
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- Norfolk, UK
Another one here Tonnage Chart Showing Tons needed to Punch a Hole
theothertom
Plastic
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- Oct 22, 2019
Thanks for the Recommendation.
