What can a 1 ton arbor press handle?

Light work: pressing bearings and bushings, broaching small keyways, staking and riveting. It is not meant for heavy press fits or thick steel.

How much room is there for work?

There is 4-1/2 inches between the plate and press area, 5 inches of maximum stock height and 4 inches of swing. Check your part against those figures before buying.

Is it cast iron or steel?

The frame and base are cast iron and the ram is steel. The whole press weighs 34 lbs.

Does it need power or mounting?

No power is needed; it is a manual hand-lever press. It works best bolted to a sturdy bench because of the lever force.

Where is the Famco 1 Ton Arbor Press cheapest?

At Machine Shop Discount Supply, for $71.70, as of our latest check.

Famco 1 Ton Arbor Press

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Our take on the Famco 1 Ton Arbor Press

The Famco 1 Ton Arbor Press is a manual, hand-lever arbor press with a cast iron frame and base and a steel ram. It offers a 4-1/2 inch working area between the plate and press area, a 5 inch maximum stock height and a 4 inch swing, and weighs 34 lbs. Its best new price is $71.70 at Machine Shop Discount Supply as of November 6, 2026, and only one store lists it new.