HHIP 8600-3401 3-Ton Ratchet Arbor Press – Heavy-Duty Cast Frame, 4-Position Steel Anvil, 1-1/2" Ram, 21-1/2" Height, 9.44" Max Work Dia, Manual Hand Press for Riveting, Bending, Broaching, Punching

The HHIP 8600-3401 3-Ton Ratchet Type Arbor Press delivers professional-grade performance for press-fit, staking, broaching, riveting, and other precision tasks, combining rugged construction with a smooth, manual ratcheting mechanism for consistent results in industrial, educational, and workshop settings. Its heavy-duty cast-iron frame absorbs impact while maintaining alignment under load, and the 4-position steel anvil provides multiple working heights for pressing bearings, seating bushings, forming small components, and more. The 1-1/2-inch diameter ram operates via a ratcheting lever and hand-wheel system, allowing both incremental and rapid movement, with the ratchet locking securely for controlled pressure from any angle. With a 21-1/2-inch press height, 12-5/8-inch capacity over the table, and 11.61-inch clearance over the anvil, it accommodates diverse workpiece geometries. Weighing 132 pounds, the press maintains rigidity and precision through years of use, while manual operation ensures a low-maintenance, energy-free setup suitable for toolrooms, repair shops, and technical education, where it demonstrates mechanical leverage and force distribution. Common applications include riveting, staking, bending, straightening, bearing installation, broaching, and light-duty punching. Precision-machined for accuracy and durability, the HHIP 8600-3401 Ratchet Arbor Press is a versatile, reliable, and cost-effective bench press for professionals, educators, and serious hobbyists seeking long-term performance and precision.

• INDUSTRIAL-GRADE 3-TON CAPACITY: The HHIP 8600-3401 Ratchet Type Arbor Press delivers controlled repeatable force for pressing staking riveting and broaching Compact yet powerful provides up to 3 tons of hand-operated pressure for precise workholding.
• HEAVY-DUTY CAST FRAME CONSTRUCTION: Built with a reinforced cast-iron body and 4-position steel anvil this arbor press ensures stability and vibration resistance Provides a press height of 21-1/2 inches 1-1/2 inch ram and 12-5/8 inch table capacity.
• RATCHET & HAND-WHEEL DESIGN: Equipped with a ratcheting mechanism allowing lever movement in convenient positions plus a hand wheel for rapid ram advancement. Delivers smooth incremental force with precision control ideal for shop maintenance or teaching.
• ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT & COMPACT FOOTPRINT: Offers 11.61" clearance over anvil and supports 9.44" maximum work diameter for various workpiece sizes. Its 7.87" × 17.72" base fits on benches or pedestals without sacrificing power or accessibility.
• VERSATILE MANUAL OPERATION: Operates safely without external power ideal for metalworking, woodworking, jewelry making and mechanical training. A reliable, low-maintenance solution for bending, pressing bearings, broaching bushings, or precision assembly.