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What are the Top 10 Things to Consider when Purchasing a Hydraulic Press Brake?

1. Tonnage and Bending Capacity: The tonnage and bending capacity of the press brake will determine the thickness and length of the material that can be bent.
2. Back Gauge System: Look for a press brake with an accurate and reliable back gauge system that can improve precision and reduce setup time.
   • The U.S. Industrial Machinery 88 Ton 8' Hydraulic CNC Press Brake USHB88-8 has a 24" backgauge travel. /product/9844
     

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3. Control System: Consider the type and functionality of the control system, which can range from basic manual controls to advanced CNC systems.
   • The GMC Machinery 70 Ton 6' 208V Three Phase Hydraulic Press Brake HPB-7006CNC comes with a full length gooseneck punch HRC 50 /product/15808
     

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4. Accuracy and Repeatability: Look for a press brake that can deliver high accuracy and repeatability for consistent and reliable results.
5. Tooling Options: Consider the available tooling options, which can include a variety of punches and dies for different applications and materials.
6. Durability and Reliability: Look for a press brake that is built to last and can withstand heavy use over time.
7. Safety Features: Consider the safety features of the press brake, including guards, emergency stops, and safety interlocks to protect operators and prevent accidents.
8. Service and Support: Look for a manufacturer or supplier that can provide reliable service and support, including installation, training, and maintenance.
   • The Betenbender 120 Ton 230V Threes Phase 8' Bed Hydraulic Press Brake comes with free installation and training. /product/468
     

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9. Price and Value: Consider the overall value of the press brake, including the initial purchase price, operating costs, and potential return on investment.
   • The Baileigh CNC Press Brake BP-3305CNC is very good value. /product/13129
     

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10. Bed Length: The length of the bed is an important consideration, as it will determine the maximum length of material that can be bent.

All oils are noncompressible, which is why you can use just about anything in a hydraulic system...even water, which of course you wouldn't, number one because it has too low a viscosity and number two it would rust out all the innards. ;-) Of most importance is the viscosity and that has more to do with operating temperature than anything else for a press. In New Mexico, I doubt that cold termperatures are going to be much of a concern for you, so a good medium viscosity oil would serve you well. Other considerations beyond viscosity would be detergent oil or nondetergent. Some hydraulic fluids also contain antiwear additives. I don't think you'd need to be too concerned with detergents nor antiwear in a home press.

If it were me, I'd go up to the local autoparts store and just buy a few quarts of ATF (which is a hydraulic fluid)...the press will work just fine.

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