# Radial force on press piston

NOTICE

Radial force on the PST Press piston rod may completely damage the Press.

If the piston rod is not supported enough to withstand radial movements, the piston rod may be completely damaged or the service life and PST Press accuracy will be reduced.

- For vertical installation: Assemble the press vertical on the end surface to prevent radial movement.

- For horizontal installation: Use a radial support in order to keep the piston rod level.

Max allowed Press tooling weight (mass) for vertical installation

PST Press Model | With Brake (kg) | With brake (lbs) | Without brake (kg) | Without brake (lbs)
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
PST5 | 25 | 55 | 8 | 17,6
PST10 | 50 | 110 | 8 | 17,6
PST20 | 100 | 220 | 16 | 35,5
PST35 | 175 | 385 | 28 | 61,6
PST50 | 250 | 550 | 40 | 88
PST60 | 250 | 550 | 40 | 88
PST100 | 500 | 1100 | 80 | 176

Required tools

- Allen keys or bits 4-10 mm

- Screw bits and sockets

- Torx® keys or bits T6-T25

- Torque wrench

- Lifting device

- Screwdrivers

- Pliers

- Bearing puller (optional)

- Feeler gauge

Assembly

1. Fit a lifting eye in the rear end of the press.

2. Lift the press to a vertical position.

3. Fix the press and tighten screws diagonal to specified torque.