Bench Top Auto Presses

Standard

Carver has incorporated more than 100 years of experience in laboratory presses into this line of automatic electrically powered bench top presses for today’s labs. Carver Auto Series Plus automatic laboratory presses feature a large 7” color touch screen operator interface, enhanced platen temperature control with auto-tuning, ramp heating capability, storage of up to 250 recipes and real-time trending of force and temperature. Optional features include seven day timer for auto platen heat-up, data logging for cycle parameters, and access to logged data through Wi-Fi. 48 ton models include an integral wrap-around floor stand. Five models are available with 15 to 48 tons of clamping force and 6″ x 6″ to 19″ x 19″ platens.

Pellet

The self-contained 25 & 40 ton AutoPellet press has 5″ diameter platen and integral safety shield cabinet enclosing electrically powered hydraulic system. Rigid slab side construction maintains precise alignment and includes provision for a vacuum line connection to the pellet die.

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Carver Bench Top Standard Auto Series Plus Model Presses: 15, 25, 30 and 48 Ton Capacity



Picture shows Auto Four/3012-PL,H, 30 ton capacity

Carver Auto Series Plus automatic laboratory presses feature a large 7” color touch screen operator interface, enhanced platen temperature control with auto-tuning, ramp heating capability, storage of up to 250 recipes and real-time trending of force and temperature. Optional features include seven day timer for auto platen heat-up, data logging for cycle parameters, and access to logged data through Wi-Fi. 48 ton models include an integral wrap-around floor stand.

Auto Series Plus press models are available with 15 to 48 tons of clamping force and 6″ x 6″ to 19” x 19” platens. These benchtop presses are used in quality control and research and development for test sample preparations, destructive testing, molding, laminating and fluid extraction. See below table for press specifications.

Model Catalog Number Max. Clamp Force, Tons (lb) Heated Platens Platen Size (in) Ram Stroke (in) Daylight Opening (in) Overall Size W x D x H (in) Weight (lb) Voltage Supply
Two-Post Model
Auto C-PL 3888 15
(30,000)
No 6 x 6 6 .75 to 16 42.50 x 24 x 45 625 115/230
1 phase
Auto C-PL,H 3889 15
(30,000)
Yes 6 x 6 6 0 to 13 42.50 x 24 x 45 670 115/230
1 phase
Auto M-PL 3890 25
(50,000)
No 9 x 9 6 .75 to 16 42.50 x 24 x 45 625 115/230
1 phase
Auto MH-PL,H 3891 25
(50,000)
Yes 9 x 9 6 0 to 12 42.50 x 24 x 45 690 230
1 phase
Four-Post Model
AutoFour/1512-PL 3892 15
(30,000)
No 12 x 12 6 1 to 17 50 x 29.25 x 46 995 115/230 1 phase
AutoFour/1512-PL,H 3893 15
(30,000)
Yes 12 x 12 6 0 to 12 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,200 230 1 phase
AutoFour/1515-PL 4530 15
(30,000)
No 15 x 15 6 8 to 17 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,500 115/230 1 phase
AutoFour/1515-PL,H 4531 15
(30,000)
Yes 15 x 15 6 2 to 12 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,775 230 1 phase
AutoFour/3012-PL 3894 30
(60,000)
No 12 x 12 6 1 to 17 50 x 29.25 x 46 995 115/230 1 phase
AutoFour/3012-PL,H 3895 30
(60,000)
Yes 12 x 12 6 0 to 12 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,200 230 1 phase
AutoFour/3015-PL 4532 30
(60,000)
No 15 x 15 6 8 to 17 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,500 115/2301 phase
AutoFour/3015-PL,H 4533 30
(60,000)
Yes 15 x 15 6 2 to 12 50 x 29.25 x 46 1,775 230 1 phase
48 Ton Auto Series – Design includes wrap around Floor Stand
AutoFour/4815-PL 5400 48
(96,000)
No 15 x 15 4 6 to 19 55 x 36 x 72 3,074 115/230 1 phase
AutoFour/4815-PL,H 5401 48
(96,000)
Yes 15 x 15 4 0 to 15 55 x 36 x 72 3,384 230 1 phase
AutoFour/4818-PL 5402 48
(96,000)
No 18 x 18 4 6 to 19 55 x 36 x 72 3,074 115/230 1 phase
AutoFour/4818-PL,H 5403 48
(96,000)
Yes 18 x 18 4 0 to 15 55 x 36 x 72 3,444 230 1 phase
Available Options
Item Description Catalog #
Floor Stand: 51″ L-R x 23.5″ F-B x 24″ H, Wt. 385# for all standard Auto Series Presses (Excluding 48 Ton Models) 223321D
Floor Stand: 51″ L-R x 23.5″ F-B x 24″ H, Wt. 385#, w/6″ Casters for all standard Auto Series Presses (Excluding 48 Ton Models) 223319C
Auto cooling option; including manifolds and hoses List separate when requesting quote or placing order.
Temperature Calibration by instruments traceable to NIST on heated presses 1525.00003 (sold per controller)
Force Calibration Certificate using equipment traceable to NIST 1525.00001
Additional kits available Consult Factory for details
For existing equipment/gauges and/or PM services, please contact our Service Department to set up a Return Authorization Number by calling 260-233-6900 or email wabashservice@acscorporate.com for details.

Hydraulic, Bench Top Lab Presses From Carver, Inc.

AutoPellet Presses for Preparing Pellets, Bricks, Briquettes and Cakes

The self-contained 25 & 40 ton AutoPellet press has 5″ diameter platen and integral safety shield cabinet enclosing electrically powered hydraulic system. Rigid slab side construction maintains precise alignment and includes provision for a vacuum line connection to the pellet die. The AutoPellet presses have a programmable control system with 10 recipe storage capacity, with programmable decompression rates.

Carver Pellet Dies available in sample sizes of 6, 12, 13, 25, 31 and 40mm. (sold separately) Click here for details

Specifications of the Bench Top Auto Pellet Press Model 3887NE.L & 4387NE.L:

  • Your choice of clamping force in 25 & 40 tons (minimum 1,000)
  • Daylight Opening 1.5″ – 7.25″
  • Stroke 1″
  • Rugged slab-side construction
  • Daylight adjustment wheel with swivel handle
  • Self-contained hydraulic unit
  • 5″ diameter work area
  • Programmable setpoints for clamp force, dwell time and ejection force
  • 10 recipe storage capability
  • Programmable in units of pounds
  • Programmable decompression rates
  • Interlocked safety enclosure with hinged door
  • Available in 115V-1Ph or 230V 1-Ph supply voltage upon request
  • Electrical disconnect (non-fused)
  • Dimensions: 32.5″L-R x 19.75″F-B x 22″ min. to 28″ max.H, including handle (uncrated)

Available Options:

  • Force Calibration Certificate using equipment traceable to NIST (part #1525.0001) [each]
  • Floor stand 47″L-R x 22.5″F-B x 30″H Wt 280# (catalog #223219D)
  • Floor stand 47″L-R x 22.5″F-B x 30″H W/6″ Casters Wt 280# (catalog #223229C)
  • 1/8 HP Vacuum pump (catalog #3874)
  • Evacuable 6mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #4417)
  • Evacuable 12mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #4946)
  • Evacuable 13mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #3619)
  • Evacuable 25mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #4369)
  • Evacuable 31mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #3902)
  • Evacuable 40mm Pellet Die Set (catalog #3876)
  • Spare parts kit (part #6315.17)
  • Three pints of hydraulic oil, push buttons, rod seal, polyseal, relays & fuses
  • Carver Special Hydraulic Fluid (Oil) (part #2170)
  • Hydraulic Vent Valve (solenoid/cartridge valve & coil) (part #6315.19)
  • UL/CUL Certified electrical panel available upon request as an option
Calibration Options Available
Force calibration (p/n 1525.00001) by instruments traceable to NIST are available for new equipment and new gauges. For existing equipment/gauges, please contact our Service Department to set up a Return Authorization Number by calling 260-233-6900 or email wabashservice@acscorporate.com for details.
Catalog Number Max. Clamp Force, Tons (lb) Platen Size (in) Ram Stroke (in) Daylight Opening (in) Overall Size W x D (in) Height (in) Weight (lb)
AutoPellet 3887.NE.L 25 (50,000) 5 dia. 1 1.5 to 7.25 31.5 x 19.75 22 (+handle) 400
AutoPellet 4387.NE.L 40 (80,000) 5 dia. 1 1.5 to 7.25 32.5 x 19.75 22 (+handle) 450