01 — Press System
500T Four Pillar Hydraulic Press Machine
A high-tonnage four-pillar hydraulic press engineered with rigid guiding for precise, multi-stage compaction of powder metallurgy materials. It delivers uniform density across complex geometries, making it ideal for high-volume industrial component production.
Use Case
Specifically designed for high-density compaction of metal powders to produce structural mounting brackets and heavy-duty housings. It ensures high repeatability, minimal deflection, and reliable mechanical properties for critical automotive and industrial parts.
- Core Applications: Compacts iron, bronze, and stainless steel powders into structural automotive and heavy industrial housings. It delivers high mechanical strength and precise net-shape forming for demanding OEM component applications.
- Material: Processes iron-based, bronze, iron-copper blends, and stainless steel powders mixed with lubricants and graphite. This custom composition provides excellent strength, friction resistance, and post-sintering self-lubricating capabilities.
- Products Processed: Produces medium-sized mounting brackets, self-lubricating bushings, structural flanges, and durable equipment housings. These precision components feature tight dimensional tolerances and consistent material density throughout.
- Why 500-Ton Hydraulic Press: Provides the essential tonnage to achieve target compaction densities across larger component surface areas. The four-pillar design minimizes frame deflection, ensuring perfectly parallel pressing and long-term tooling stability.
02 — Technical Specifications
SM 500 HP – HYDRAULIC PRESS MACHINE COMPLETE TECHNICAL DATA
The SM 500 HP – 500 Ton Hydraulic Press Machine is designed for manufacturing complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings that require high precision, uniform density, and superior structural strength. Its advanced compaction system ensures consistent pressure distribution across intricate features such as ribs, bosses, and multiple wall sections, resulting in excellent dimensional accuracy and green strength.
Capacity & Structural Design
- Rated Capacity: 500 Tons (≈ 4900 kN)
- Type: Fourpillar hydraulic PM compaction press
- Frame: Heavy-duty welded, stress-relieved structure
- Safety factor: ≥ 1.35–1.40
- Parallelism accuracy: ≤ 0.03–0.05 mm
Hydraulic System
- Cylinder: Multi-action hydraulic system
- Bore: 380–450 mm
- Stroke: 400–800 mm
- Working pressure: 28–32 MPa
- Control: Servo-proportional control system
Multi-Level Compaction System
- Independent upper punch control
- Independent lower punch movement
- Floating die option
- Multi-stage pressure application
Benefits
- Eliminates density gradients in complex shapes
- Ensures uniform structure across ribs and thin sections
- Improves sintering stability
Compaction Cycle
- Powder filling into complex cavity
- Multi-axis punch movement
- Pre-compaction (air removal)
- Main compaction (densification)
- Holding stage
- Controlled decompression
- Green part ejection
Working Envelope
- Platen size: 700 × 700 mm
- Daylight: 700–1000 mm
- Column diameter: 140–180 mm
Control System
- PLC: Siemens / Mitsubishi / Beckhoff
- HMI: Advanced multi-recipe interface
Controls:
- Pressure stages
- Stroke and displacement
- Compaction speed
- Density consistency
Features:
- Real-time monitoring
- Data logging (automotive traceability)
- Industry 4.0 readiness
- Safety PLC
SM 500 HP — Model Specifications
- Nominal Force: 5000 KN
- Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 25 MPa
- Max Opening Height of the Slider: 1500 mm
- Max Stroke of the Slider: 900 mm
- Effective Bed Size: 1400 × 1400 mm
- Slider Down Speed: 150 mm/s
- Slider Pressing Speed: 10–85 mm/s
- Slider Return Speed: 180 mm/s
- Ejector Cylinder Nominal Force: 500 KN
- Stroke of the Ejection Cylinder: 300 mm
03 — Die / Mold System
Precision Complex-shaped Powder Metallurgy (PM) Brackets and Housings Die Mold Engineering
Precision Complex-Shaped Powder Metallurgy (PM) Brackets and Housings Die Mold Engineering focuses on the design and manufacture of advanced tooling for producing structurally demanding components with intricate geometries, including ribs, bosses, holes, and varying wall thicknesses. Engineered for high-precision compaction, these die molds ensure uniform density distribution, superior dimensional accuracy, and consistent part quality across complex features.
Technical Specifications (Tooling)
Tool Type
- Multi-piece PM compaction tooling system
- Multi-level punch arrangement
Tool Materials
- Tool steels: H13 / D2 / PM tool steel
- Inserts: Carbide inserts for wear-prone areas
Hardness: 60–64 HRC
Tool Construction
- Upper punches: Multi-profile shaping
- Lower punches: Density and support control
- Die cavity: External geometry
- Core rods: Internal holes / slots
Multi-Level Tooling
- Split punch segments
- Variable compaction zones
- Floating die alignment
Alignment Accuracy: ±0.01–0.02 mm
Surface Finish
| Area | Finish |
| Structural surfaces | Ground |
| Functional zones | Precision machined |
| Internal features | Smooth |
Lubrication
- Internal powder lubrication
- Tool coatings (TiN / DLC optional)
Tool Life: 150,000 – 400,000 cycles
Complex-shaped Powder Metallurgy (PM) Brackets and Housings Die Mold
04 — Product Application
Where Complex-shaped Powder Metallurgy (PM) Brackets and Housings Are Used
Complex-shaped Powder Metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings are widely used in applications that require lightweight, high-strength, and dimensionally accurate structural components. They are commonly found in automotive systems, home appliances, industrial machinery, power tools, and electrical equipment, where intricate designs and reliable mechanical performance are essential.
Industry Applications
Automotive Industry
Complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings are extensively used in the automotive industry, where high strength, precision, and lightweight construction are essential. These components are commonly found in engine mounting brackets, transmission housings, structural support components, and brake system housings, where they provide reliable load-bearing performance and dimensional stability.
Home Appliances
Complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings are widely used in home appliance applications, where precision, durability, and cost-effective mass production are essential. These components are commonly found in motor housings, compressor brackets, and structural casings for washing machines and air-conditioning units, providing reliable structural support and vibration resistance.
Industrial Machinery
Complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings are widely used in industrial machinery where strength, precision, and durability are critical for reliable operation. These components are commonly found in mounting brackets, structural housings, and machine supports, providing stable load-bearing performance and structural integrity under continuous operating conditions.
Electrical & Consumer Products
Complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings are widely used in electrical and consumer products that require compact, durable, and precision-engineered components. These parts are commonly found in actuator housings, gearbox casings, and small structural components, where they provide reliable support, alignment, and protection for internal mechanisms.
| Industry | Scenario |
|---|---|
| Automotive | Engine and transmission structures |
| Appliances | Motor and compressor housing |
| Industrial | Structural mounting components |
| Electrical | Actuator and casing parts |
| Manufacturing | High-volume precision components |
Finished Product Gallery
05 — Key Advantages
Why Choose the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press
The 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press is specifically designed to manufacture complex-shaped PM brackets and housings that require high precision, uniform density, and excellent structural strength. Its advanced compaction system ensures consistent pressure distribution across intricate features such as ribs, holes, bosses, and varying wall thicknesses, resulting in superior dimensional accuracy and part integrity.
Near-net shape production
Near-net shape production is a major advantage of the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press, enabling complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings to be manufactured very close to their final dimensions. This significantly reduces secondary machining operations, minimizes material waste, and lowers overall production costs. The precise compaction process ensures excellent dimensional accuracy, consistent quality, and efficient utilization of raw materials.
Multi-feature compaction capability
Multi-Feature Compaction Capability enables the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press to precisely compact powder into complex-shaped PM brackets and housings with features such as ribs, bosses, holes, cavities, and varying wall thicknesses. Advanced pressure control ensures uniform density distribution across multiple design elements, improving dimensional accuracy and structural integrity. This capability reduces defects, enhances part consistency, and supports the efficient production of intricate near-net-shape components.
Reduced machining operations
Reduced Machining Operations is a key benefit of the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press, as it produces complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings with near-net-shape accuracy. This minimizes the need for secondary machining processes such as drilling, milling, and finishing, reducing material waste and production time. The precise compaction process ensures consistent dimensional accuracy and repeatable part quality, helping lower manufacturing costs.
Good wear and fatigue resistance
Good Wear and Fatigue Resistance is a key advantage of complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings produced using the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press. The controlled compaction process ensures uniform density and strong material bonding, enabling components to withstand continuous mechanical stress, vibration, and friction. This enhances durability, minimizes the risk of premature failure, and extends service life in demanding operating environments.
High demand in automotive & appliance sectors
High demand in the automotive and appliance sectors is driving the adoption of complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings due to their strength, precision, and cost-effective production. These components are widely used in vehicle assemblies, transmission systems, motor housings, compressors, and structural appliance parts where dimensional accuracy and durability are essential. The 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press enables consistent production of high-quality PM components with intricate geometries and excellent mechanical properties.
Cost-effective mass production
Cost-effective mass production is a major advantage of using the 500-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press for complex-shaped powder metallurgy (PM) brackets and housings. Its high-precision compaction process enables near-net-shape manufacturing, reducing material waste, machining operations, and overall production costs. The press delivers consistent part quality, rapid production cycles, and reliable repeatability, making it ideal for high-volume manufacturing environments.