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product_id: 8991264
title: "Palmgren Arbor press, 0.5 ton, Black"
brand: "palmgren"
price: "$268"
currency: NZD
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reviews_count: 8
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# Magnetic insert for versatile tooling 0.5 ton clamping force Trapezoidal-thread lead screw precision Palmgren Arbor press, 0.5 ton, Black

**Brand:** palmgren
**Price:** $268
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Master your micro-pressing game with precision and power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Palmgren Arbor press, 0.5 ton, Black by palmgren
- **How much does it cost?** $268 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- palmgren enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted palmgren brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready to Mount & Use:** Pre-drilled base fits bench or pedestal mounting; includes a 3-piece bit set and removable steel anvil for instant productivity.
- • **Engineered for Durability:** Crafted from fine grain FC25 cast iron with stress-relieved solid iron construction for long-lasting ruggedness.
- • **Customizable Tooling Setup:** Reversible ram with magnetic insert lets you quickly swap punches and tools for diverse applications.
- • **Precision Power at Your Fingertips:** Delivers up to 2000 lbs of controlled pressing force for flawless riveting, bending, and punching.
- • **Accurate & Adjustable Depth Control:** Lockable fine adjustment screw and removable anvil ensure precise, repeatable press depth every time.

## Overview

The Palmgren 0.5 ton Arbor Press is a compact, heavy-duty manual press designed for precision riveting, punching, bending, and light assembly tasks. Built from fine grain cast iron with a trapezoidal-thread lead screw, it offers less than 0.002" jaw deflection under 2000 lbs pressure. Featuring a reversible ram with magnetic insert for tool versatility, a lockable fine adjustment screw for depth control, and a removable anvil, this press is ideal for hobbyists and small prototype shops seeking reliable, accurate pressing power in a durable, bench-mountable design.

## Description

Product Description The Palmgren ½ ton Arbor Press Delivers the heavy force needed for riveting, squeezing, punching, bending, and other pressing applications. Removable machined steel anvil provides accurate work support in four slot positions. Depth stop securely clamps to the ram and withstands full pressure. A lockable fine adjustment adjusting screw accurately limits the depth of the ram stroke. The rugged steel ram is driven by a machined piston and dimensions are ¾ x ¾ inches. Punches or tools may be added to the end of the ram with the aid of a magnetic insert. The ram is reversible with one end solid and the other end with a hole and magnet to hold bits and tools. Sturdy cast-iron construction allows for the rugged strength needed for tougher jobs. The base is pre-drilled for mounting on either a bench or pedestal, and it is also machined to hold the included three bit set. The bit set includes one pointed bit, one round bit, and one square end bit along with a removable steel anvil. The removable anvil has a diameter of 3 ½ inches. From the Manufacturer 4' Palmgren cradle style angle vise is the quickest way to set your work between 0? and 90?. Jaw Width: 4' Jaw Depth: 1-1/2' Jaw Opening: 4' Base Size: 7-3/8' x 7-9/16'Made from FC25, fine grain cast iron; Trapezoidal-thread lead screwLess than 0.002' jaw deflection at 2,000 lbs. clamping pressure; Jaw surfaces square to 0.002'Solid iron construction with stress-relieved design; Replaceable jaw platesPin stops every 15? for quick angle set-ups. Heavy steel cam locking mechanism for securing vise at any angle; Scale indexed in 1? increments from 0? to 90?Fixed jaw is grooved horizontally and vertically for holding round stock

Review: No Magic - It's a basic arbor press. This baby one at 0.5 ton is not going to move the world, It's a simple rack and pinion + lever advantage tool (normally) used for joining or moving press fit metal components. (arbors, bearings on shafts, etc.) Clever users can find many other applications where controlled downward force is needed rather than brute hammering. For full force application it needs to be bolted to a sturdy bench or stand. A hole in bench beneath anvil may be requited for some applications needing more clearance. Works smart. Don't purchase a tack hammer to drive railroad spikes... This tool is 100% satisfactory in construction and material and for use within its capacity. The rack is reversible for solid or hole end. There is a depth stop clamp for the rack included which is not shown. The holding magnet in the hole end is never intended to receive press force. Supplied tools rest against square rack end, not against the magnet. Consider your application when designing tool holders. Good price and value in its class. I recommend for all hobbyist and/or miniature to small prototype machine shops. Any other light pressing operations that can be imagined.
Review: Good product ... good value - Well made, flexible to use. If you need a small press .. this is definitely the one you want. Well made, functional and dang what a value. Price them out there ... but you'll be back. Palmgren makes a wonderfully made product. No complaints at all. If the larger presses they offer are as well made as this one ... I might just have to pick one up later. Comparing what I got from Palmgren to the ones available locally ... no comparison. This is much better and comes with the three tips. Reversing the ram to use the tips couldn't be easier. Do I sound please? You bet I am. Great press and I spent at least $30 less than I would have for one that's not even on par with this one!

## Features

- Made from FC25, fine grain cast iron; Trapezoidal-thread lead screw
- Less than 0.002" jaw deflection at 2,000 lbs. clamping pressure; Jaw surfaces square to 0.002"
- Solid iron construction with stress-relieved design; Replaceable jaw plates
- Punches or tools may be added to the end of the ram with the aid of a magnetic insert

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00068U7QS |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #803,710 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #57 in Arbor Presses |
| Brand | Palmgren |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (66) |
| Date First Available | October 27, 2004 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 0.16 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9 x 5 x 9 inches |
| Item model number | AP05 (AmazonUs/ERCT9) |
| Manufacturer | Palmgren |
| Part Number | 9661051 |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 9 x 5 x 9 inches |
| Set Name | Three Piece Bit Set with Removable Anvil |
| Size | 0.5-Ton |
| Style | Non-Ratcheting |
| Tensile Strength | 2000 Pounds |
| Warranty Description | Two Year Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Palmgren
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 0.01 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 9 x 5 x 9 inches
- **Manufacturer:** Palmgren
- **Set Name:** Three Piece Bit Set with Removable Anvil
- **Style:** Non-Ratcheting
- **Tensile Strength:** 2000 Pounds

## Images

![Palmgren Arbor press, 0.5 ton, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41+1ickpdHL.jpg)
![Palmgren Arbor press, 0.5 ton, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61cEnLGnk7L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No Magic
*by R***N on May 10, 2017*

It's a basic arbor press. This baby one at 0.5 ton is not going to move the world, It's a simple rack and pinion + lever advantage tool (normally) used for joining or moving press fit metal components. (arbors, bearings on shafts, etc.) Clever users can find many other applications where controlled downward force is needed rather than brute hammering. For full force application it needs to be bolted to a sturdy bench or stand. A hole in bench beneath anvil may be requited for some applications needing more clearance. Works smart. Don't purchase a tack hammer to drive railroad spikes... This tool is 100% satisfactory in construction and material and for use within its capacity. The rack is reversible for solid or hole end. There is a depth stop clamp for the rack included which is not shown. The holding magnet in the hole end is never intended to receive press force. Supplied tools rest against square rack end, not against the magnet. Consider your application when designing tool holders. Good price and value in its class. I recommend for all hobbyist and/or miniature to small prototype machine shops. Any other light pressing operations that can be imagined.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product ... good value
*by H***E on February 5, 2009*

Well made, flexible to use. If you need a small press .. this is definitely the one you want. Well made, functional and dang what a value. Price them out there ... but you'll be back. Palmgren makes a wonderfully made product. No complaints at all. If the larger presses they offer are as well made as this one ... I might just have to pick one up later. Comparing what I got from Palmgren to the ones available locally ... no comparison. This is much better and comes with the three tips. Reversing the ram to use the tips couldn't be easier. Do I sound please? You bet I am. Great press and I spent at least $30 less than I would have for one that's not even on par with this one!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Do yourself a favor and just order it!
*by B***R on February 21, 2025*

I bought this to use to press in guitar frets and I must say it’s awesome! I tried another cheaper one and it was junk compared to this one. This one didn’t come all dirty and greasy and packed very well. Also much better quality than the other one I ordered and sent back. Also better than the Harbor Freight brand one. I haven’t used it for anything else so not sure how it works for pressing in bearings and stuff like that. It did come with a stop to keep it from falling down too far and a 3/8” hole to add the fret press caul and other accessories. Only thing I wish it had a treaded hole with an Allen nut to lock the fret caul in place but that’s easy enough to do yourself with a drill bit and threader tool. I actually got some 3/8” circle magnets and put up in the whole to hold the fret caul and works out perfectly! If you don’t want to spend the money on the Stew Mac press then this one is definitely worth it! Don’t try to save money and order a cheaper one because you’ll be disappointed and wish you just ordered this one in the first place!

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