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Large Amounts Pressing Tips

• • When working with large amounts of powder, a larger machine is needed. If you have access to a hydraulic press (a hydraulic jack works good) you can use it to press a large quantity of powder under extreme pressure.

 

• • The amount of pressure required is dependant on the quantity and quality of powder. Larger amounts need more pressure to be applied. Lower quality powder will require a larger amount of pressure to be used, in order to be effective.

 

• • Start by placing the powder in some plastic or cellophane. Seal the bag and poke several small pinholes in the bag to allow trapped air to escape. Place the bag into a heavy-duty steel mold and apply pressure via the hydraulic press.

 

• • Hydraulic Jack Presses allow varying the pressure. Start at lower pressures and work your way up. Powder can be pressed with 10-20 tons of pressure if necessary.