12, 15 & 20 Ton Hydraulic Laboratory Presses

Product Description

NATIONALs new patented Press hydraulic lab presses feature a unique lightweight ergonomic design. All Press laboratory press models weigh less than 90 pounds due to NATIONALs patented unibody construction. The 12 ton Press laboratory press weighs a mere 51 pounds! The 15 and 20 ton Press will handle a variety of lab applications, including pressing KBr pellets for FTIR spectroscopy and briquetting samples for XRF spectroscopy. Ports in the walls of the lab press frame allow access for vacuum lines and electrical cords to the area between the platens, which enables use of the press with evacuable dies and heated platens. The 15 and 20 ton Press can also be used for making thin films with NATIONALs Precision Thickness Film Maker and Heated Platens. Automated versions or our laboratory presses are available which are driven by pneumatic motors powered by your labs compressed air supply.

The newest additions to the Press laboratory press line are NATIONALs new 1 and 2 ton  Presses. The 1 and 2 ton units offer sensitivity at low pressure levels in applications where precise control of the load on the sample is required, such as pressing pellets of intrinsic pharmaceutical ingredients for dissolution rate analysis.

All Presses lab presses feature built in polycarbonate safety shields with solid brass hardware. There are die centering depressions in the round bottom platens. Each press comes with a standard stainless steel filling disc to flatten the platen. The bottom platen of the 2 and 12 ton Press automatically centers NATIONALs 13mm Macro-Micro die. The bottom platen of the 15 and 20 ton Press has a 4" diameter depression and optional donut shaped inserts are available to automatically center NATIONAL's 13mm, 20mm, 32mm, 35mm and 40mm die sets. Optional extra long handles are also available for all presses for extra leverage.

Features:

Built in Polycarbonate Safety Shields
Adjustable Overhead Lead Screw
Access Ports for Vacuum and Electrical Lines
Lightweight
Unibody Construction 
Ergonomic Design
Automatic Die Centering

Part No.	Description
43212-5859	12 ton Press lab press, with safety shields, shipping weight approx. 57 pounds, CE marked
43212-7418	15 ton Press lab press, with safety shields, shipping weight approx. 90 pounds, CE marked
43212-6306	20 ton Press lab press, with safety shields, shipping weight approx. 90 pounds, CE marked
43212-6631	Film Maker Kit with 20 ton Press, Heated Platens & Temperature Controller (43212-6664) & Precision Thickness Film Maker (43212-4608)
43212-6632	KBr Pellet Kit with 13mm die set (43212-2477), 20 ton Press (43212-6306)
43212-5908	KBr Pellet Kit with 13mm die set (43212-2477) & 12 ton Press (43212-5859)
43212-2477	13mm KBr die set
43212-5223	20mm die set
43211-184	KBr SpectroGrade powder, 100 grams
43212-6636	Die Centering Disc with 3.65" (92.7mm) aperture and 4" OD, centers NATIONAL 20-40mm die sets
43212-6637	Die Centering Disc with 2.15" (54.6mm) aperture and 4" OD, centers NATIONAL and Specac 13mm die sets and NATIONAL and Distek intrinsic dissolution die bases. Also centers any die or device with 2' to 2.10' base diameter
43212-6638	Die Centering Disc with 2.85" (72.3mm) aperture and 4" OD, centers Specac 20-35mm die sets
43212-6639	Extra long handle for extra leverage makes pumping easier

Precision Engineering for Laboratory Demands

These presses are meticulously designed to ensure uniform pressure distribution and consistent performance during testing. Whether manual or electrically operated, their construction incorporates advanced safety and durability features, making them suited for regular use in academic or industrial research environments.


Customizable Features for Varied Applications

Laboratories can choose from multiple capacities12, 15, or 20 tonsand tailor daylight, platen size, and operation type according to their unique testing needs. Each model provides flexibility for a broad spectrum of material assessments, contributing to research accuracy and efficiency.


Reliable Safety and Ease of Operation

The integration of overload relief valves and electrical enclosures ensures user safety. Simple manual or motor-driven controls enable precise adjustments and repeatability, while the heavy-duty frame and quality finishes guarantee long-lasting, trouble-free operation.