Hydraulic Power Tools

Hydraulic tools are often heavy equipment. These tools Transmit high-pressure hydraulic fluid throughout the various motors and cylinders. This fluid is automatically controlled by valves, which are distributed through hoses and tubes.

Water in a contained system has pressure put on it from one side. That pressure forces it against a piston on the other side of the container. This transfers the energy into the piston, forcing it upward to lift something. Because the pressure on the water will not let it flow backward, the piston can never move in the opposite way unless that pressure is released. This means that whatever the piston is lifting is secure until the system operator allows it to be released. 

Safety precautions

Only fill pump to the recommended level; only fill when the connected cylinder is fully retracted.

Check each component before you set up your hydraulic system. Do not use damaged or worn components. Turn them in for repair or replacement.You must know the weight of what you intend to lift and choose a ram with at least 20% more capacity. Be aware of possible load shifts requiring more capacity at any particular lifting point.

Here are some Hydraulic power tools in the workshop.

Hydraulic riveter

Hydraulic punches