Bulletin 1016C

Laboratory
Presses and
SINCE 1912 Accessories

ISO 9001:2008
Certified
 The World's Most Popular
Laboratory Presses

Tie Rods Safety Shield

High tensile steel with Standard on all new
precision threads for presses, recommended
parallelism and rapid for all applications
daylight adjustment

Tie Rod Nuts

Bolsters Dual nuts for precise
Iron castings for daylight and parallel
minimum deflection adjustment

Hydraulics Oversize Pressure

Heavy duty Release Valve
cylinder and Ease of operation
matched
pressure gauge

Carver
laboratory Extension Handle
manual presses For easy operation
provide these
benefits
Catalog No. 3851-0
Model C, 12 ton capacity

The international standard For more Applications molding, splitting chilled oils, transfer
than 100 years Carver hydraulic presses molding, and vulcanizing.
•Materials research: ceramics, compos-
have been the standard for laboratories ites, construction materials, cosmetics,   Specialized applications Special
around the world. Carver Model C presses drugs, pharmaceuticals, powder metals, presses dedicated to specific applications
alone are in use in more laboratories printed circuit boards, rubber, silicone and include ASTM test plaque or bar molding,
than any other press. The current Carver other elastomers, soil, thermoplastic resins pellet making (KBr specimens for infrared
line has been expanded and improved and thermosets. and x-ray spectroscopy) and laminating.
with more sizes, options, features, and   Custom presses, too In addition to
quality performance than any other line •Quality and performance testing of
physical properties: compression strength, the models shown in this catalog, Carver
of presses. designs and manufactures a wide variety
flexural strength, shear strength, flow and
  The widest choices Standard choices color dispersion. of custom made presses and accessories
now include two-column and four-column, to suit your specific application. Please
benchtop and floor standing, and manual •Laboratory testing: ASTM test plaque or
consult the factory for any equipment not
or automatic presses with clamping bar molds for polyethylene & polypropylene.
specifically listed in this catalog.
capacities from 7.5 to 100 tons. Auto- •Other applications: composite molding,
Contact us: Carver, Inc.
matic “Auto Series” presses include compression molding, crushing, laminat-
1569 Morris St., P.O. Box 544
user-friendly control system and integral ing, encapsulation, extrusion, forming,
Wabash, IN 46992-0544
safety enclosures. Accessories include insert pressing, producing KBr pellets Phone: 260-563-7577, Fax: 260-563-7625
self-contained, electrically operated for infrared spectroscopy, metal forming E-mail: [email protected]
AutoPak hydraulic power unit for existing (dimpling), insert molding, oil extraction, Visit Our Store online at www.carverpress.com
manual Carver presses. pelletizing, specimen preparation, splice ISO 9001:2008 Certified

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 More Choices, More Features,
More Performance

Inside
Integral Door Interlock Switch Carver presses/
Safety Shield Prevents operation when Applications overview.........2
Contemporary safety shield is open
styling and Press selection ...................3
safe operation
Full Touch Screen Table of contents.................3
Interface
Access Door For precise, programmed Auto Series benchtop
Clear shatter process control presses, 15 to 48 tons .....4,5
resistant
polycarbonate Enclosed Hydraulic
door permits Power Unit Monarch floor
observation Self-contained standing presses,
while protecting hydraulic system 30 to 100 tons ...................6
the operator
Presses for plastic ASTM
testing ..................................7
Heated Platens
Optional Portable chillers..................7
digitally controlled,
cartridge heated Heated manual benchtop
platens presses 7.5 to 30 tons ........8

Unheated manual
benchtop presses,
12 to 30 tons .......................9

Pellet presses
and accessories ................10

Pneumatic and
laminating presses ...........11
Catalog No. 3891 NE
Auto M-NE,H 25 ton capacity Heating and
cooling platens ................ 12

How to select the right Carver press Molds, dies and

accessories........................13
for your application:
Accessories catalog
1. Determine if you want a general 4. Refer to specification tables for listings............................... 14
laboratory press or one dedicated appropriate work area (platen size)
to a special application. and daylight opening (working AutoPakTM power unit
height between platens). for existing manual
General ...................... pages 4, 5, 6, 8, 9
presses...............................16
Special .......................... pages 7, 10, 11 5. Refer to photos and descriptions
2. Determine clamp force and choose to select two- or four-column Custom presses.................16
benchtop or floor standing model. configuration.
Wabash hydraulic
Benchtop 6. Select heat control level desired and presses and
7.5 to 30 tons ....................pages 4, 5, 7, platen options on page 12. molding machines ............16
8, 9, 10, 11
7. Refer to pages 12 thru 15 to select
Floor Standing
appropriate accessories for your
30 to 100 tons.............................. page 6 Cover photo: Carver presses molding
application. medical components.
3. Decide if heated platens will be needed.
8. Note the catalog numbers of your
Heated Floor Models ...........pages 6, 11
selections on your letterhead and
Benchtop ............................... pages 5, 8
fax to 260-563-7625.
Unheated Floor Models ............... page 6 Or, contact us for prompt assistance:
Benchtop .............................. pages 5, 9 phone: 260-563-7577
email: [email protected]

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 Auto Series Compact
Automatic Benchtop Presses
15 to 48 ton capacity

Automatic hydraulic laboratory presses in

two- and four-post models up to 48 ton clamp capacity

Access Door Auto Series

Clear, impact presses feature
resistant
polycarbonate door Steel Bolsters
integral power
permits observation Provide maximum unit for automatic
and serves as a rigidity operation
safety shield to
protect the operator Integral Safety Shield
Surrounds work area
Threaded Rods for safe operation
Permit adjustment of
daylight opening Door Interlock Switch
Prevents operation Full Touch Screen
when safety shield is Interface
Heated Platens open
With digitally For precise,
controlled cartridge programmed
heaters (optional) process control

Hydraulic Cylinder “Open” Button

Delivers up to Stops cycle
48 tons of and opens press
clamping force
Dual Operator
Unitized Base Buttons With
Makes installation “anti-tie-down”
and set-up easy feature requires
two-hand operation
for operator safety
available
Hydraulic Power Unit
Panel available Completely
Catalog No. 4533 self-contained,
Auto Four/3015-NE,H, 30 ton capacity electrically operated

Carver’s Auto Series presses bring a world

of power and control options to your lab
Carver has incorporated over 100 years
experience in laboratory presses into the
automatic electrically powered benchtop
presses for today’s labs. Each has a built-in
hydraulic system with a control system for
accurate programmable operation. A variety
of models are available ranging in clamp force
capacity from 15 to 48 tons and work areas
ranging from 69 x 69 to 189 x 189. From pellet-
izing presses, unheated, heated, heated and
cooled with two- or four-column press models.
All have integral safety enclosures with a clear Many Carver Auto Series
front door for operator safety and observation. (and Manual presses) are available
Carver Auto "C" presses molding in CE configurations. Please contact
medical components.* Carver for pricing and availability.
*AutoPak power unit available for existing manual presses. (See page 16)

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 A Complete Line of Automatic Electrically
Powered Benchtop Presses for the
Laboratory or Manufacturing Facility

Auto Series “NE”

Control Panel
Full Touch Screen
Interface
Degree setting for
Fahrenheit and Celcius
Units of measure setting
for lbs., Kg., U.S. tons
Dual "Close" Buttons & metric tons
Require two-hand
operation for operator
protection "Open" Button
Single button
opens press

“NE” Control Description:

Carver Auto Series automatic hydraulic laboratory presses feature or temperature mode may be chosen per segment. Clamp force
an enhanced “NE” digital control system. Offering 15 to 48 tons of values may be entered in pounds, kilograms. US tons or metric
clamping force (minimum 1,000 lbs). The Auto Series presses also tons and the display can easily be switched between the units.
offer a work area (platen size) range of 69 x 69 to 189 x 189. These Carver Auto Series Presses also have two hand “anti-tie-down”
benchtop presses are typically used in quality control, research close buttons and an interlocked safety enclosure with hinged
and development for test sample preparations, destructive testing, door are provided for operator safety. This programmable control
molding, laminating and fluid extraction. system has storage capacity of 10 recipes, each segmented recipe
The new “NE” controls feature full touch screen interface with a is capable of 20 programmable setpoints of: clamp force, dwell
proximity switch for adjustable slowdown position. Platen heat is time, platen temperature and bump (automatic bump sequence
controlled through the PLC on heated models and selection for may be programmed in any or all segments). Hydraulic power unit
auto reheat at end of cycle is provided. Platen temperature values is completely self-contained (1/4 HP) and electrically operated.
may be entered in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius and the display See below table for press specifications.
can easily be switched between the two units. Either force
available Panel available

Specifications
Catalog Max. Clamp Heated Platen Ram Daylight Dimensions Height Weight
Model Number Force, Tons (lb) Platens Size (in) Stroke (in) Opening (in) W x D (in) (in) (lb)
Auto C-NE 3888 15 (30,000) No 6 x 6 6 .75 to 17 37 x 22 41 350
Auto C-NE,H 3889 15 (30,000) Yes 6 x 6 6 0 to 14 37 x 22 44 400
Auto M-NE 3890 25 (50,000) No 9 x 9 6 .75 to 16 37 x 22 44 570
Auto M-NE,H 3891 25 (50,000) Yes 9 x 9 6 0 to 12 37 x 22 44 630
AutoFour/1512-NE 3892 15 (30,000) No 12 x 12 6 1 to 17 45 x 28 45 700
AutoFour/1512-NE,H 3893 15 (30,000) Yes 12 x 12 6 0 to 12 45 x 28 46 865
AutoFour/1515-NE 4530 15 (30,000) No 15 x 15 6 1 to 15 45 x 28 46 1,200
AutoFour/1515-NE,H 4531 15 (30,000) Yes 15 x 15 6 0 to 12 45 x 28 46 1,500
AutoFour/3012-NE 3894 30 (60,000) No 12 x 12 6 1 to 17 45 x 28 46 700
AutoFour/3012-NE,H 3895 30 (60,000) Yes 12 x 12 6 0 to 12 45 x 28 46 865
AutoFour/3015-NE 4532 30 (60,000) No 15 x 15 6 1 to 17 45 x 28 46 1,200
AutoFour/3015-NE,H 4533 30 (60,000) Yes 15 x 15 6 0 to 12 45 x 28 46 1,500
AutoFour/4815-NE 5400 48 (96,000) No 15 x 15 4 1 to 21 61 x 47 71 3,050
AutoFour/4815-NE,H 5401 48 (96,000) Yes 15 x 15 4 0 to 15 61 x 47 71 3,384
AutoFour/4818-NE 5402 48 (96,000) No 18 x 18 4 1 to 21 61 x 47 71 3,050
AutoFour/4818-NE,H 5403 48 (96,000) Yes 18 x 18 4 0 to 15 61 x 47 71 3,500

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 Monarch Hydraulic
Lab Presses
30, 50, 75, 100 ton capacity

Guards
Improved Access Module
Carver’s Monarch laboratory presses protection for Program press
with integral hydraulic system and high operator and functions
technology options are based on stan- by-standers
dard production press models adapted Control
to precision laboratory requirements. Solid Steel Cabinet
Bolsters NEMA rated
  Recommended for testing or research, Minimize enclosure
compacting, molding rubber or plastic, deflection protects
laminating and assembly where strip- operator and
ping force is required. Stress-Proof components
Tie Rods
  Standard features include double- Extra threads Pressure
acting JIC style cylinder for power open for adjustment Gauge
and power close. An integral hydraulic of daylight 4" gauge
reservoir is easily accessible for clean- opening displays
ing and includes a strainer or cartridge operating force
Heated Platens in tons
filter, air filter/breather, oil level indica- Electric
tor and oil cooler. A programmable con- cartridge Pressure
troller with access module is standard. heaters with Control Valve
  Optional equipment includes electri- individual digital Adjust
temperature clamping
cally heated platens to 500°, 650°, controllers force
800° or 1200°F, with digital tempera-
ture controllers, low pressure system, Hydraulic Powerful
pressing speed control and automatic System Hydraulic
platen cooling. Self-contained, Cylinder
quiet operation Double-acting
JIC design
Unitized Base
Rapid
installation
available Panel available

Specifications
Maximum Nominal Adjustable Cylinder Tie Rod Floor Space Approx.
Height
Model Capacity Work Area Daylight Stroke Dia. W x D Weight
(in)
(tons) (in) Opening* (in) (in) (in) (lb)
CMG 30H-15 30 15 x 15 6 to 12 6 1.25 42 x 40 72 1,850
CMG 30H-12 ASTM 30 12 x 12 6 to 12 6 1.25 43 x 40 72 1,850
CMG 50H-12 50 12 x 12 8 to 16 8 1.75 60 x 38 78 4,800
CMG 50H-15 50 15 x 15 8 to 16 8 1.75 60 x 38 78 4,800
CMG 50H-18 50 18 x 18 8 to 16 8 1.75 60 x 38 78 5,000
CMG 50H-24 50 24 x 24 8 to 16 8 1.75 66 x 38 78 5,600
CMG 75H-15 75 15 x 15 8 to 16 8 2 63 x 38 78 5,300
CMG 75H-18 75 18 x 18 8 to 16 8 2 69 x 38 78 5,500
CMG 75H-24 75 24 x 24 8 to 16 8 2 69 x 38 78 6,100
CMG 100H-15 100 15 x 15 12 to 22 12 3 66 x 38 78 7,000
CMG 100H-18 100 18 x 18 12 to 22 12 3 66 x 38 78 7,200
CMG 100H-24 100 24 x 24 12 to 22 12 3 72 x 38 78 7,500

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 Presses for Special Applications

Model "B"
3710-ASTM

No. 4391-ASTM No. 4393-ASTM &

with Safety Shield No. 4394-ASTM
Molding ASTM Test Specimens with Safety Shield
Plastics, elastomers and other materials
Carver has developed the following three presses which are specially n No. 4393-ASTM Model AutoFour/15P-ASTM, 15 tons
configured to perform the compression molding of test plaque or bar & No. 4394-ASTM Model AutoFour/30P-ASTM, 30 tons
specimens of Type I, II, III or IV polyethylene and other thermoplastic Carver Auto Series self-contained press with heating/cooling platens
resins. The procedure is in conformance with ASTM Method D 4703, and programmable controller. See pages 4 & 5 for press description.
Procedure C. The presses are equipped with heating/cooling platens
ASTM Chase Frame Kits*
and a programmable digital controller which has a heating/cooling
loop for each platen and built-in program for the required 15°/minute
Catalog Number
±2°C cooling rate. 100
n CMG 30H-12 ASTM Model B, 30 tons Description Teflon Mylar
Stainless
(Sample Size) Coated Steel Brass Sheets
Floor standing, four-column, automatic press with heating/cooling
Steel
platens and programmable controller.
4" x 4" x 1/8” 4079 4080 4081 4161
n No. 4391-ASTM Model 12-12H-ASTM, 12 tons
Benchtop, four-column manual press with heating/cooling platens and 6" x 6" x 1/8” 4082 4083 4084 4162
programmable controller. 8" x 8" x 1/8” 4085 4086 4087 4163
n Optional Portable Chillers available upon request *Includes two aluminum back-up plates and 50 mylar sheets.

Proppant Crush Test Press

Models CMG28-12-PCR & CMG40-12-PCR
Compatible with ISO 13503-2:2006
For use with (frac) sand, resin coated sand and ceramic proppant

Carver Inc. is proud to introduce Models CMG28- • 28 and 40 ton models

12-PCR & CMG40-12-PCR Proppant Crush Test • Hardened plates: 129 L-R x 129 F-B fully guided
Presses. These Monarch Series presses meet platens to ensure parallalism
the critical demands of ISO 13503-2:2006 with • Positive stop on plates for centering the crush die
unsurpassed cycle repeatability. The propor- • Open daylight: 69-129
tional hydraulic system is capable of applying • Cylinder stroke: 69
a constant rate of 13.8 MPa/min. (2000 PSI • Self-contained hydraulic system
min.) from 2 ton to 28 ton clamp force within a • Available with and without 29 ID crush die
(compatible with ISO 13503-2)
%2.5% deviation. The operator interface allows
• “Mini” Viewpoint control system including:
easy setup of press control parameters and
• Allen Bradley programmable controller
includes ample recipe storage.
• PanelView Touch screen interface
• Closed-loop control of clamp pressure
• Recipe storage (up to 30 recipes of 24 segments)
No. 5456 Proppant Crush Test Cylinder • Two hand close buttons
• Polycarbonate safety guards around molding area
Based on ISO 13503-2:2006(E) Crush Cell with manual sliding interlocked operator gate
Cell: 29 ID x 3.389 tall including removeable base, • Dimensions: 479 W x 349 D x 749 H
wall thickness is >0.59 • Weight: 1,900 lbs.
Piston: 3.59 tall
All parts constructed of D2 Tool Steel, available Panel available
hardened to 52-56 Rockwell C

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 Heated Manual Presses
with Digital Temperature
Controls & Safety Shields
7.5, 12, 25 and 30 ton capacity
Used for molding, laminating, embossing, (Thermostatic Temperature Control also available. Consult Factory for details)
and bonding of various materials

No. 3690 No. 4386 No. 4120 No. 3856 No. 4126 No. 4128

7.5 TON PRESSES heated platens for temperatures to 650°F with with dual scale analog gauge. Easy-to-read
digital controller for each platen. dual scale gauge, reading in pounds force and
n No. 3690
n No. 4123 metric tons.
(Model 7.5-15H) Seven and a half ton, four-
column press with 159 x 159 electrically heated (Model 12-12-2H) Same press as No. 4122 n No. 4126
platens. Designed for applications needing except has four electrically heated platens with (Model 25-12-2H) Same press as No. 3856
lower force over a larger area. Shown with two 39 daylights. Optional water cooled platens except has four electrically heated platens with
optional digital gauge. are also available. two 39 daylights. Optional water cooled platens
are available.
12 TON PRESSES 25 TON PRESSES
n No. 4386 n No. 4389 30 TON PRESSES
(Model CH) Twelve ton, manual, two-column (Model MH) Twenty-five ton, manual, two- n No. 4128
hydraulic lab press with digital heated platens. column hydraulic press with digital heated 99 x (Model 30-12H) Thirty ton, manual, four-
Daylight to 159. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, 99 platens. Daylight opening is adjustable. Rigid column, hydraulic press. Has two-speed
reading in pounds force and metric tons. cast iron and steel construction for precision pump, first stage for rapid closing and second
and durability. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, for pressing mode. Easy-to-read dual scale
n No. 4120
reading in pounds force and metric tons. Op- gauge, reading in pounds force and metric
(Model 12-10H) Twelve ton, manual, two- tional water cooled platens are also available. tons. 129 x 129 electrically heated platens for
column hydraulic press. Similar to No. 4386 temperatures to 650°F with digital controller
press, but heavier construction and guided n No. 3856
for each platen.
moving platen. Has electrically heated 109 x (Model 25-12H) Twenty-five ton, manual,
79 platens for temperatures to 650°F with four-column hydraulic press. Easy-to-read n No. 4129
digital controller for each platen. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading in pounds force (Model 30-12-2H) Same press as No. 4128
dual scale gauge, reading in pounds force and and metric tons. Electrically heated 129 x 129 except has four electrically heated platens with
metric tons. platens for temperatures to 650°F with digi- two 39 daylights. Optional water cooled platens
tal controller for each platen. Optional water are available.
n No. 4122
cooled platens are also available. SPECIAL 30 TON HIGH TEMPERATURE (1,100°F)
(Model 12-12H) Twelve ton, manual, four-
column hydraulic press. Four-post construction n No. 3693 PRESSES AVAILABLE. Consult factory for details.
assures parallelism over 129 x 129 surface. (Model 25-15H) Twenty-five ton, four-column
Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading in hydraulic press. The 159 x 159 heated platen available Panel available
pounds force and metric tons. Has electrically area allows for larger work area. Standard
NOTE: Pictures shown with both analog gauge and digital gauge. Standard manual presses come with analog gauge.
Digital gauges available upon request. Consult factory for details. Information on digital gauges may also be found on page 13.

Specifications
Catalog Number 3690 4386 4120 4122 4123 4389 3856 3693 4126 4128 4129
Model 7.5-15H Model CH 12-10H 12-12H 12-12-2H Model MH 25-12H 25-15H 25-12-2H 30-12H 30-12-2H
Clamping Force
  U.S. Tons 7.5 12 12 12 12 25 25 25 25 30 30
  Lbs 15,000 24,000 24,000 24,000 24,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 60,000 60,000
Max. Temp. (°F) 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650° 650°
Platens (in) 15 x 15 6 x 6 10 x 7 12 x 12 12 x 12 9x9 12 x 12 15 x 15 12 x 12 12 x 12 12 x 12
Ram Stroke (in) 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6 6
Daylight Opening (in) 5 0 to 15 0 to 11 0 to 10 2 @ 3 0 to 12 0 to 9.5 5 2 @ 3 0 to 12 2@3
Footprint w x d (in) 32 x 28 19 x 16 26 x 18 29 x 27 29 x 27 23 x 24 29 x 27 32 x 28 29 x 27 32 x 27 32 x 27
Height (in) 30 39 39 44 46 42 42 35 46 46 46
Weight (lb) 900 300 420 770 1,035 425 805 1,200 1,075 835 1,100
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 Standard Unheated Manual Presses
12, 25 and 30 ton capacity

For pelletizing, destructive testing, fluid extraction, pressure forming, etc.

No. 3850 No. 3851 No. 3968 No. 3853 No. 3855 No. 3970

12 TON PRESSES n No. 3968 n No. 3855

n No. 3850 (Model 12-10) Twelve ton, manual, two- (Model 25-12) Twenty-five ton, manual, four-
(Model Mini C) Twelve ton manual, two-column column hydraulic press, with 109 x 79 work column hydraulic press with a 129 x 129 work
hydraulic press with 69 x 69 square work area. area. Similar to No. 3851 press described area. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading
Compact and portable, requiring less bench above, but heavier construction with fully in pounds force and metric tons.
space than our Model C. This press is ideal guided moving platen and daylight to 169.
for constricted bench space or glove box Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading in 30 TON PRESSES
applications, as well as field work. It features pounds force and metric tons. n No. 3970
adjustable daylight, steel construction for rigid n No. 3969 (Model 30-12) Thirty ton, manual, four-
precision and includes safety shield for opera- (Model 12-12) Twelve ton, manual, four- column, hydraulic press with a 129 x 129 work
tor protection. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, column hydraulic press. Fully guided moving area. Has two-speed pump, first stage for
reading in pounds force and metric tons. platen assures parallelism over 129 x 129 rapid closing and second for pressing mode.
n No. 4350 surface. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, read- Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading in
Pellet press with 49 round platen. Available ing in pounds force and metric tons. pounds force and metric tons.
with and without pellet die (see page 10). Note: Existing Carver presses can be automated
25 TON PRESSES with an optional AutoPak power package (see
n No. 3851
n No. 3853 back cover).
(Model C) Twelve ton, manual, two-column
(Model M) Twenty-five ton, manual, two-
hydraulic lab press. Similar to Mini C above,
column hydraulic press, with a 99 x 99 work
but larger, heavier construction with daylight
area. Daylight opening is adjustable. Rigid
to 189. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, reading
cast iron and steel construction for precision
in pounds force and metric tons.
and durability. Easy-to-read dual scale gauge, available
reading in pounds force and metric tons.
NOTE: Standard manual presses come with analog gauge (as shown in pictures). Digital gauges available upon request. Consult factory for details. Information
on digital gauges may also be found on page 13.

Specifications
Catalog Number 3850 4350 3851 3968 3969 3853 3855 3970
with shield
Model Mini C Pellet Model C 12-10 12-12 Model M 25-12 30-12
Old Press* 3393 3620 2086 3724 2696 2089 2702 2698
Clamping Force
  Tons 12 12 12 12 12 25 25 30
  (lb) (24,000) (24,000) (24,000) (24,000) (24,000) (50,000) (50,000) (60,000)
Platens (in) 6 x 6 4 round 6 x 6 10 x 7 12 x 12 9 x 9 12 x 12 12 x 12
Ram Stroke (in) 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 6.5 6.5 6
Daylight Opening (in) .75 to 7 0 to 5.50 .75 to 18 1 to 16 1 to 15 .75 to 16 1 to 14 1 to 17
Footprint w x d (in) 12 x 16 10.5 x 15 15 x 16 17 x 18 21 x 28 19 x 24 21 x 28 24 x 27
Height (in) 25 23 39 39 44 42 42 46
Weight (lb) 125 115 200 345 560 350 600 625
*Use to refer to old models which are no longer available.

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 Presses for preparing pellets,
bricks, briquettes and cakes

No. 4350, 12 ton No. 3887 25 ton

Manual Pellet Press AutoPellet Press
(less the die)
available
available

Panel available

n AutoPellet Presses (3887 & 4387)

n Manual Pellet Presses (4350, 4555 & 4565) The self-contained 25 & 40 ton AutoPellet press has 59 diameter
The compact 12, 40 or 50 ton Pellet Press with 49 diameter platen is platen and integral safety shield cabinet enclosing electrically
perfectly suited for KBr pellet pressing. It can also be used for Glove Box powered hydraulic system. Rigid slab side construction maintains
applications, compound and formula testing, compression strength precise alignment and includes provision for a vacuum line connec-
tests, fluid extractions and on-site field testing. Includes integral Safety tion to the pellet die. The touch screen control interface allows for
Shield, buffer plate and 13mm evacuable die. (not shown in picture) programmable force and programmable decompression rate.

Specifications
Catalog Max. Clamp Force, Platen Die Ram Stroke Daylight Footprint Height Weight
Number U.S. Tons (lb) Dia. (in) (mm) Stroke (in) Opening (in) W x D (in) (in) (lb)
4350 12 (24,000) 4 13 5.1 0.0 to 5.5 10.5 x 15.0 23 115
4350L 12 (24,000) 4 N/A 5.1 0.0 to 5.5 10.5 x 15.0 23 115
4555 40 (80,000) 4 31 6.0 0.0 to 6.0 32.5 x 15.0 31.2 400
4555L 40 (80,000) 4 N/A 6.0 0.0 to 6.0 32.5 x 15.0 31.2 400
4565 50 (100,000) 4 31 6.0 0.0 to 6.0 32.5 x 15.0 31.2 420
4565L 50 (100,000) 4 N/A 6.0 0.0 to 6.0 32.5 x 15.0 31.2 420
AutoPellet 3887 25 (50,000) 5 N/A 1 1.5 to 7.25 31.5 x 19.75 22 (+ handle) 400
AutoPellet 4387 40 (80,000) 5 N/A 1 1.5 to 7.25 32.5 x 19.75 22 (+ handle) 450
Note: Pellet Models with an “L” means less die. Additional Pellet Die sizes available below and on page 13 and 15 (sold separately).

n Evacuable Pellet n No. 5022 KBr Buffer Plate Kit n No. 2090-0, 1.1259
Dies Used with Pellet Assembly Includes: (1) KBr Buffer Plate ID x 39 High, 440
Presses to form the (90mm diameter), mounts to the Top Stainless Steel Test
pellets for use in IR Bolster and (1) 99 x 99 hardened steel plate Cylinder Outfit (TCO)
and x-ray spectros- with centering grooves, mounts to the n No. 2091-5, 2.259 ID x 39 High, 440 Stain-
copy. Complete with plunger, cylinder base Moving Bolster on top of ram. For use with less Steel Test Cylinder Outfit (TCO) For use
plug, ejector and (2) polished anvils, along pellet dies and test cylinder outfits. with standard unheated presses (excluding 4350
with a fitting for vacuum source connection
n No. 3874 Vacuum Pump Series) for molding, forming bricks, briquettes,
when applicable. Constructed of 440 stain-
Kit Used with pellet press to pressure forming, crushing, pressing plant and
less steel. Available in sample diameter sizes
evacuate dies. (Available in animal tissues, fluid extraction, extrusion and
6, 12, 13, 25, 31 & 40mm. Not recommended
115 or 230V) flow tests. Not recommended for use in heated
for use in heated presses. (See pages 13 & 15
for additional details)
presses. (See pages 13 & 15 for additional details)

n No. 5021 KBr n No. 2090-1 Filter pads

Buffer Plate Kit Assembly for 1.1259 Test Cylinder Outfit.
n No. 5023 Set of (2)
Includes: (1) KBr Buffer 69 x 69 Unheated n No. 2091-1 Filter pads
Plate (90mm diameter), Hardened Steel Plates for 2.259 Test Cylinder Outfit.
mounts to the Top Bolster for smooth surface n No. 237005
and (1) 69 x 69 hardened pressing. Steel Plates Stainless Steel Pan
steel plate with centering mount to top and moving bolsters. Used for fluid extraction when
grooves, mounts to the
n No. 5024 Set of (2) 99 x 99 Unheated using the Test Cylinder Outfits
Moving Bolster on top of
Hardened Steel Plates for smooth surface and filter pads to make a
ram. For use with pellet dies and test cylinder
pressing. Steel Plates mount to top and sandwich sample. The stainless steel pan
outfits. (Picture shows 5021 plate kit installed in 3851
press) moving bolsters. captures the released fluid.
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 Pneumatic Low Force
& Laminating Presses

Pneumatic Low Force Press

Carver’s Pneumatic Low Force presses are fully guided
with either two or four post construction. Benchtop or
Floor Standing model presses available. The Pneumatic
models provide accurate force control custom design to fit
your specifications. Proportional force control or manual
precision air regulator with analog gauge and/or digital
force display options also available. Additional options
include Low friction seals in the clamp cylinder, linear ball
bushings in the moving bolster and an integrated load cell
design for accurate force feedback. Multiple clamp force and
platen size configurations are available.
Please consult factory for details and available options.

available

Panel available

Shown with enhanced control options

Laminating Presses
Manually operated hydraulic laminating presses with stacked heating and cooling platens in bench top
model. Thermostatic control, aluminium platens, heating one opening while simultaneously cooling the other
results in faster production of laminated samples, plastic plaques and other R&D items. Temperature control
150-500°F (Shown with analog gauge)
n No. 4130 (formerly 2112) Laminating Press, 12 ton capacity with Safety Shield
Four 69 x 69 aluminum platens for one hot and one cold daylight opening.
Thermostat control of heated platens in top opening as shown in picture to the left.
n No. 4132 (formerly 2630) Laminating Press, 30 ton capacity with Safety Shield
Four 129 x 129 aluminum platens for one hot and one cold daylight opening.
Digital control of heated platens in top opening.

Specifications — Laminating

Presses

Catalog Number 4130 4132
Model Number 150-C 30-12-L
Old Model Number* 2112 2630
Clamping Force, U.S. tons (lb) 12 (24,000) 30 (60,000)
Platens Size (in) 6 x 6 12 x 12
Stroke (in) 5-1/8 6
Daylight Openings (in) 2 @ 1-3/4 2@3
Footprint w x d x h (in) 16 x 19 x 39 32 x 27 x 46
Weight (lb) 265 1,000
115V or 230V
Supply Voltage 230V - 1ph
- 1ph
Temperature Range 150-500 deg F 150-500 deg F
available
Note: Available in deg C upon request.
*Use to refer to old models which are no longer available.

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 Heating and Cooling
Platen Options

Carver Heat Control Options

There are several levels of control for heating and cooling to give
you a choice to meet the specific demands of your application.
Manual thermostat control Basic heated platens are controlled
by an integral sensor and individual manual thermostats.
Digital control For more precise control, individual digital tempera- Heated Platens w/Digital Control
ture controllers automatically control platen temperature from a Heated Platens and Disconnect (available with
separate control panel. Thermostat Control cooling channels)
n No. 3984
Digital control assembly for existing hotplates.
Manual cooling Manual water cooling permits hand operated
cooling of platens with monitoring by analog thermometers for
thermostatically controlled platens and digitally on the digital
platen packages.
Note: All heaters are single phase unless otherwise noted.
Heating/Cooling Platens
Thermostat Control Cooling Platens
available Panel available

CUL available for digital controls only

Specifications
For Presses Platen Heated Platens Heated Platens Heating/Cooling Heating/Cooling
Catalog Size Thermostat Digital Platens Platens
Number/Model (in) Control Control Thermostat Control Digital Control
(230V available upon request)

3796 - steel 3772 - steel,

2101 - aluminum to 650°F (115V) with hoses
3850/Mini C 150 to 500°F, 115V 2103.1 - steel to 650°F (115V)
3851/Model C 6x6
2102.1 - steel 150 to 500°F
4130/150-C
150 to 500°F, 115V 4286 - steel, 3988 - steel
to 650°F
to 650°F (230V)
with hoses (230V)


2107.1 - steel 3973 - steel 2108.1 - steel 3972 - steel,
3853/Model M
9x9 150 to 500°F, 115V to 650°F (230V) 150 to 500°F with hoses
to 650°F (230V)

3749 - steel
12 x 12 3906 - steel with hose assemblies
to 650°F (230V)
Four-column to 650°F (230V)
Presses
6316 - steel
15 x 15
to 650°F (230V)

Optional Heat Tube Platens Available
For both Carver Benchtop and Floor Standing Presses
Accu-HeatTM Heat Tube Platens – For heat uniformity
• Accuracy and uniformity up to ±1 F° approx.
• Standard sizes include; 69 x 69, 99 x 99, 129 x 129, 159 x 159,
189 x 189 and 249 x 249
• Custom engineered sizes quoted upon request
• 500°F maximum temperature
• Heated/cooled configuration also available
• Can be designed to fit existing Carver or other brand presses
• Contact factory for details and/or to request a quotation

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 Laboratory Accessories
for Carver Presses
Tile Mold Color Dispersion Disc Mold
Plated steel or stainless steel For making plastic film to check
frame with polished steel top color dispersion or clarity.
and bottom covers. Can be Provides precise film thickness
used up to 400°F to form and parallelism. Made of stain-
plastic or rubber sheets. less steel or hardened tool steel.
Use with Carver heated, or Includes die, upper punch, lower
heated and cooled platens. punch and 3 spacers for optional
film thicknesses.

Molds, Dies and Test Cylinder Specifications

Catalog Sample Sample Maximum
Description
Number Dimensions Thicknesses Applied Load
818701D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 50mm x 50mm 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
818702D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 100mm x 100mm 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
818703D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 150mm x 150mm 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
818704C Color Dispersion, 440 Stainless Steel 50mm diameter 0.1mm, 0.2mm & 0.5mm N/A
818705C Color Dispersion, 440 Stainless Steel 100mm diameter 0.1mm, 0.2mm & 0.5mm N/A
4417 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 6mm N/A 3,500 Lbs Max
4946 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 12mm N/A 13,000 Lbs Max
3619 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 13mm N/A 18,000 Lbs Max
4369 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 25mm N/A 47,000 Lbs Max
3902 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 31mm N/A 60,000 Lbs Max
3876 Pellet Die, 440 Stainless Steel 40mm N/A 70,000 Lbs Max
2090-0 Test Cylinder, 440 Stainless Steel 1.1259 N/A 19 US Tons Max
2091-5 Test Cylinder, 440 Stainless Steel 2.259 N/A 51 US Tons Max
818698D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 49 x 49 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
818699D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 69 x 69 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
818700D Tile Mold, 440 Stainless Steel 109 x 109 1mm, 2mm & 5mm N/A
Special Application Test Cylinder (See page 7)
Catalog
Description
Number

Based on ISO 13503-2:2006(E) Crush Cell; Cell: 29 ID x 3.389 tall including removeable base, wall thickness is >0.59
5456
Piston: 3.59 tall; All parts constructed of D2 Tool Steel, hardened to 52-56 Rockwell C

n No. 2092 Swivel Bearing n No. 2096CE & 2096-1CE

Plates Two Gauge Manifolds
Carver presses are frequently The 2096CE is for most standard
used for crushing and breaking manual presses, except the Mini
tests of standard 29 x 29 cubes C. The 2096-1CE is specifically
and 29 x 49 cylinders of concrete designed for the Mini C Model
samples or similar crushing tests. Press only. These manifolds per-
Swivel Bearing Plates adjust mit mounting of both high (right)
slightly to the sample to assure and low (left) range gauges for
proper application of pressure. more precise application of force.
Requires safety shield. Hand operated shut-off valve
protects low pressure gauge when using high pressure. Analog
Gauges sold separately. (see page 15)
n No. 818744C
Punch and Die Holder
This punch and die holder permits n No. 6306 Digital Gauge
off-line testing of pellet and tablet Optional digital force gauges for
samples. It works with standard manual presses. Available in 10
BB2 production tooling in most or 100 pound increments. They
Carver presses, including Auto are scaled per press model.
Series presses. The set includes Approximate accuracy: %1% of
an anodized aluminum holding reading between 1,000 lbs up to
fixture, steel shims to adjust for tonnage maximum of press (12,
various size samples, and an 25 or 30 tons). Consult factory
anodized aluminum ejector. (does for press details.
not includes dies)

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 Laboratory Accessories
for Carver Presses

FLOOR STANDS — Designed for most vintage models SAFETY SHIELDS

Catalog/ Dimensions Description
Description Weight Catalog/Item
Item Number HxWxD (Fits most vintages with
Number
or without heat)
Press Stand Repair parts for (gray) Carver hydrau-
223160C 309 x 23.59 x 23.59 150#
(Model 3690 & 3693 presses) 3404 Mini “C” Presses lic units. Repair kits contain hydraulic
oil, seals, gaskets, pins, fittings, valve
Press Stand 3295 Model “C” Presses
223171D 309 x 199 x 199 125# parts and jack handle bracket for
(2 & 4 column presses)
3253 Model “M” Presses quick maintenance. (restrictions ap-
Press Stand (2 & 4 column ply, visit carverpress.com for details)
223215C 309 x 369 x 369 260# Presses with 109 x 79
presses with 6” casters) 3322
Work Area n No. 3729 12 ton
Press Stand for Standard hydraulic unit repair kit
Presses with 129 x 129
223219D Auto Series presses 309 x 479 x 22.59 280# 3418
Work Area n No. 3730 25 ton
(excluding 48 ton models)
hydraulic unit repair kit
Press Stand for Standard Auto Presses with 159 x 159
4427 n No. 319002 pump assembly
223229C Series presses with 6” casters 309 x 479 x 22.59 280# Work Area
for 12 & 25 ton jacks
(excluding 48 ton models)

ACCESSORIES 2108.1 Set of (2) 99 x 99

Catalog number heated and cooled,
steel platens, thermo-
cross reference index statically controlled,
HEATING/COOLING 150° to 500°F
Platens for Model C Presses with hoses (Specify
(also available in deg C upon request) 115 or 230V)
2109 Set of (2) 99 x 99
2101 Set of (2) 69 x 69 steel steam heating
heated, aluminium plates, with
platens, thermo- insulation and
statically controlled, braided hoses
150° to 500°F
(Specify 115 or 230V) 3972 Set of (2) 99 x 99,
heated and cooled,
2102.1 Set of (2) 69 x 69 steel platens,
heated, steel digitally controlled,
platens, thermo- 650°F, 230V
statically controlled,
150° to 500°F, Platens for four-column presses
(Specify 115 (also available in deg C upon request)
or 230V) 3906 Set of (2) 129 x 129,
3796 Set of (2) 69 x 69, heated, steel
heated, steel platens, digitally
platens, digitally controlled,
controlled, 650°F, 230V
650°F, 115V 3749 Set of (2) 129 x 129
4286 Set of (2) 69 x 69, heated and cooled
heated, steel steel platens, digi-
platens, digitally 3772 Set of (2) 69 x 69 Platens for Model M Presses tally controlled,
controlled, heated & cooled (also available in deg C upon request) 650°F, 230V
650°F, 230V steel platens, digitally 2107.1 Set of (2) 99 x 99 6316 Set of (2) 159 x 159,
controlled, 650°F, heated, steel platens,
2103.1 Set of (2) 69 x 69 heated, steel
115V thermostatically
heated and cooled, platens, digitally
steel platens, thermo- 3988 Set of (2) 69 x 69 controlled, 150° to controlled, 650°F,
statically controlled, heated & cooled 500°F, (Specify 230V
150° to 500°F steel platens, digitally 115 or 230V)
with hoses (Specify controlled, 650°F, 3973 Set of (2) 99 x 99,
115 or 230V) 230V heated, steel
2104 Set of (2) 69 x 69 2105 Set of (2) 69 x 69 platens, digitally
aluminum cooling aluminum steam controlled,
plates, with valve plates, with insulation 650°F, 230V
and hose assemblies and braided hoses

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 Accessories for Many Applications

MOLDS AND DIES 4163 (100) SAFETY SHIELDS Two Gauge Manifold
(See page 10 & 13) 109 x 109 mylar (See page 14) (See page 13)
sheets for
Test Cylinders & Pellet Dies 89 x 89 molds 3404 For most Mini C 2096 Two gauge manifold
Presses 2096 -1 (mini C only)
2090-0 Test cylinder
outfit, 1.1259 ID Tile Molds and Color Dispersion 3295 For most Model C
Disc Molds Presses
2090-1 Set of 12 filter pads
(See page 13) 3253 For most Model M
for 1.1259 ID TCO’s
818698D 49 x 49 tile mold, Presses
2091-5 Test cylinder outfit
2.259 ID 1mm, 2mm or 3322 For most presses
5mm thick, with 109 x 79 platens
2091-1 Set of 12 filter pads Stainless steel
for 2.259 ID TCO’s 3418 For most presses
818699D 69 x 69 tile mold, with 129 x 129 platens Dial Thermometers
237005 Stainless steel pan 1mm, 2mm or
for either TCO size 4427 For 3690 and 3693 385001 Dial face
5mm thick, with 159 x 159
4417 6mm pellet die Stainless steel thermometer
platens 150°F to 750°F
440 stainless steel 818700D 109 x 109 tile
4946 12mm pellet die mold, 1mm, 2mm ANALOG GAUGES 385019 Dial face
440 stainless steel or 5mm thick, (See page 13 thermometer
Stainless steel for digital gauge 50°C to 400°C
3619 13mm pellet die
440 stainless steel 818701D 50mm x 50mm options)
HYDRAULIC UNITS
4369 25mm pellet die tile mold, 1mm, (Specify press Serial Number)
440 stainless steel 2mm or 5mm thick,
Stainless steel 3912 12 ton hydraulic
3902 31mm pellet die, Gauges for Model B/C unit
440 stainless steel 818702D 100mm x 100mm
tile mold, 1mm, 381005 Gauge normally 3925 25 ton hydraulic
3876 40mm pellet die, unit
440 stainless steel 2mm or 5mm thick, furnished with
Stainless steel Model C press, 321007 Pump and
5456 29 ID Proppant 818703D 150mm x 150mm 0 - 24,000 lbs reservoir for 30
Crush Test Cylinder tile mold, 1mm, applied force, ton presses
based on ISO 2mm or 5mm thick 11 metric tons, 3467-0 Hydraulic cylinder
13503-2:2006(E) Stainless steel 200 lb increments for 30 ton presses
Page 7 & 13 381042 Model B/C gauge,
818704C 50mm diameter 3729 12 ton repair kit
2092 Swivel bearing plate color dispersion 0 - 500 lbs, (gray only)
(Requires safety disc, .1mm, .2mm .225 metric tons,
3730 25 ton repair kit
shield) or .5mm thick, 5 lb increments
(gray only)
2095 KBr buffer plate Stainless steel 381001 Model B/C gauge,
2170 Carver hydraulic fluid
818705D 100mm diameter 0 - 1,000 lbs,
(pint size)
818744C Pharmaceutical color dispersion .45 metric tons,
pellet die holder disc, .1mm, .2mm 10 lb increments AUTOPAKTM POWER UNITS
or .5mm thick, 381002 Model B/C gauge, (See page 16)
ASTM Molds Stainless steel 0 - 2,000 lbs,
(See pages 7 and 13) .9 metric tons, 3946NE AutoPak/12,
4079 49 x 49 chase TESTING/PROCESSING 20 lb increments for 12 ton existing
assembly, Teflon manual presses.
Polished Plates 381003 Model B/C gauge,
4080 49 x 49 chase (For laminating applications) 0 - 5,000 lbs, 3947NE AutoPak/25,
assembly, 2.25 metric tons, for 25 ton existing
Stainless steel 235020 SS Plate with #8 50 lb increments manual presses.
mirror finish, 3948NE AutoPak/30,
4081 49 x 49 chase polished on 1 side, 381004 Model B/C gauge,
assembly, Brass 0 -10,000 lbs, for 30 ton existing
69 x 69 x .039 thick manual presses.
4082 69 x 69 chase 4.5 metric tons,
235021 SS Plate with #8 100 lb increments
assembly, Teflon mirror finish, FLOOR STANDS
4083 69 x 69 chase polished on 1 side, Gauges for Model K/M (See page 14)
assembly, 99 x 99 x .039 thick
381008 Gauge normally 223160C Press stand for
Stainless steel 235022 SS Plate with #8 furnished with 3690 & 3693 presses
4084 69 x 69 chase mirror finish, Model M press,
assembly, Brass polished on 1 side, 223171D Press stand for
0 - 50,000 lbs 2 column and
4085 89 x 89 chase 99 x 129 x .039 thick applied force, 4 column presses
assembly, Teflon 235023 SS Plate with #8 22.5 metric tons,
mirror finish, 500 lb increments 223215C Press stand for
4086 89 x 89 chase 2 column and
assembly, polished on 1 side, 381006 Model K/M Gauge,
129 x 129 x .039 4 column presses
Stainless steel 0 - 5,000 lbs, with casters
thick 2.25 metric tons,
4087 89 x 89 chase 223219D Press stand for
assembly, Brass 50 lb increments
Heated Test Cylinders standard Auto Series
4161 (100) 69 x 69 381007 Model K/M Gauge, presses (excluding
mylar sheets for 2472 1.1259 heated 0 - 10,000 lbs, 48 ton models)
49 x 49 molds test cylinder 4.5 metric tons,
100 lb increments 223229C Press stand for
4162 (100) 89 x 89 2417 2.259 heated
standard Auto Series
mylar sheets for test cylinder 381176A Model K/M Gauge, presses with casters
69 x 69 molds 0 - 1,000 lbs, (excluding
.45 metric tons, 48 ton models)
10 lb increments

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Add Power to Existing Presses
AutoPakTM Power Units
•Self contained 1/4 HP hydraulic power unit
• Develops maximum clamping force for most of our
12, 25 and 30 ton manual press models (minimum
1,000 lbs)
• Six feet of hose for connecting to existing Carver
hand operated press
• Programmable control system (force only)
- Full touch screen interface
- 10 recipe storage capability
- 20 programmable segments of clamp force dwell
time per recipe
- Programmable in units of Kg, US Tons, Metric Tons & Pounds
- Automatic bump sequence (can be programmed in any or all segments)
• Two “anti-tie-down” close buttons for operator safety
- Interlocked switch for existing safety shield door included
(See page 14 for recommended safety shield)
• 115V 1-Ph or 230V 1-Ph supply voltage (please specify) Custom Presses
• Electrical disconnect (non-fused)
• Approximate Dimensions & Weight: 249 L x 209 W x 219 H, 130 Lbs Customized presses can be configured from
the many options and accessories listed in
Capacity Supply Voltage this catalog. In addition, Carver engineers
Catalog No. Model
(tons) (230V available upon request) will work with you to design special presses
3946-NE AutoPak/12 0.5 - 12 115V 1-Ph for your particular application. Consult the
3947-NE AutoPak/25 0.5 - 25 115V 1-Ph factory for more information. Press shown is
3948-NE AutoPak/30 0.5 - 30 115V 1-Ph a custom designed Auto Series four column
press with casters and built in floor stand.
Specify press model and serial number when ordering

Carver Warranty
Rely on Carver
Carver Inc. warrants all equipment we manufacture
to be free from defects in workmanship and material and Wabash Presses
when used under recommended conditions. The
Company’s obligation under this warranty is limited
to those parts which within twelve (12) months
for Every Need
from delivery of equipment to original purchaser are
returned to the factory with transportation prepaid,
and upon examination shall disclose them to be Carver, Inc. and Wabash MPI are sister com-
defective. Carver neither assumes, nor authorizes panies located in Wabash, Indiana. For over
any other persons to assume any liability in connec- 75 years Wabash MPI has met the challenge
tion with the sale of its equipment except under the
conditions of this warranty.
of designing and manufacturing standard
  This warranty does not cover any labor charges and special presses for industry worldwide.
for replacement of parts, adjustment, repair or any Parts, service and support information are
other work done. This warranty shall not apply to any readily available. Ask to see installations
apparatus which in our opinion has been subjected
of Carver or Wabash presses performing
to misuse, negligence or pressures in excess of limits
recommended, or which shall have been repaired or productively in your area. Consult with us
altered outside of the Carver factory. to discuss all of your molding requirements.
  Replacement of defective material(s) will be FOB Wabash manufactures 15 to 1,000 ton molding machines for elastomers and thermoplas-
the Carver factory. Replacement of component parts
tics, Compression molding machines, C-Frame presses, Vacuum chamber molding and
not of its manufacture will be limited to the warranty
of the manufacturers of such parts. laminating presses and Trim presses. For more information on any of our presses call
Warranty claims: Please contact our Service 260-563-1184, fax 260-563-1396, email: [email protected], or visit our
Department at 260-563-7577 ext 5238 or website at www.wabashmpi.com.
[email protected]

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