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METALpro Ironworker, 45-Ton, Foot Switch Control, Model# MP4500FS

Item# 971640
METALpro Ironworker, 45-Ton, Foot Switch Control, Model# MP4500FS

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METALpro Ironworker, 45-Ton, Foot Switch Control, Model# MP4500FS

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$6311.25

  • Shipping: 

    Factory shipped

    Heavy/large item. Lift gate service available.

  • Store Pickup: 

    Not available - online only
  • Country Of Origin - USA
  • Capacity - 45 Tons
  • 3 year Warranty
  • Flar Bar Shear Capacity - 1/4" x 8", 3/8" x 6", 1/2" x 4"
  • Angle Iron Capacity - 1/4" x 4" x 4"

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Product Summary

The MP4500FS is a 45-ton ironworker, powered by a 110V, single phase standard wall outlet or generator. Its compact, sturdy design boasts 45 tons of pressure at the punch station and 22.5 tons of pressure at the central workstation. This allows the user to punch a 7/8”” round hole through 1/2”” mild steel (capable of larger holes through thinner mild steel). METALpro’s footswitch design controls a hydraulic power system. This machine comes standard equipped with METALpro’s 8in., 3in. 1 combination shear. The shear consists of a flat bar shear, angle iron shear and round/square rod shear, built into one singular unit. METALpro stands behind their machines with a three-year limited manufacturing warranty. All METALpro machines and accessories are proudly made in the USA and built to last. *All METALpro accessories can be used across all METALpro Ironworker models. (MP45PSP on 40 ton models is the only exception) *ALL METALpro MACHINES ARE RATED FOR MILD STEEL

What's Included

    (1) METALpro Ironworker

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Features + Benefits

  • Country Of Origin - USA
  • Capacity - 45 Tons
  • 3 year Warranty
  • Flar Bar Shear Capacity - 1/4" x 8", 3/8" x 6", 1/2" x 4"
  • Angle Iron Capacity - 1/4" x 4" x 4"
  • Rod Shear Capacity - 3/4"
  • Square Shear Capacity - 5/8"
  • Forming Capacity - Up to 1/2" Mild Steel
  • Punch Capacity - Up to 1/2" Mild Steel
  • 110/120V Single Phase
  • 1.5 Horsepower
  • Hydraulic Pressure 2900 PSI
  • Throat Depth - 3-3/4"
  • Operating Weight - 575 lbs
  • Machine Dimensions: 24" x 36.5" x 59"
  • OSHA/ASNI B11-8 Approved

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

971640

Brand

Metal Pro

Manufacturer's Warranty

3 months parts/3 months labor

Ship Weight

550.0 LB

Horsepower

1.5 HP

Volts

115

Phase

Single-phase

Hydraulic Pump Speed

1.5 GPM

Valve Pressure

2,900 PSI

Foot Switch Control

Yes

Throat Depth

3.75 in
AttributeSpecification

Punching Pressure

45 Tons

Reservoir Size

1.5 Gal

Flat Bar Shear Capacity

0.5 in

Square/Round Shear Capacity

0.75 in

Angle Shear Capacity

0.25 in

Coper Notcher Capacity

Pipe notcher capacity: 1/2in.–-2in. Sch.40 pipe

Amps

20

Portable

Yes

Product Weight

550.0000 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

37.0 x 24.0 x 56.0 in

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Questions & Answers

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  1. Can you make 90 degree bends with the basic model? Or do you need any additional attachments? Thank you.

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    1. You would need to purchase an additional brake accessory to make 90 degree bends with this ironworker.

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  2. What items comes with the metal pro ( such as punch dies, metal shear , foot control) ?

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    1. The METALpro Ironworker comes equipped with an 8” 3-in-1 cutting shear, foot-switch control, and punch station. Punch dies are not included. Dies are available in 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2" and 2" from the manufacturer directly.

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  3. What is the stroke per minute? I need to punch a lot of holes in angle iron.

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    1. This Ironworker has a 6 to 8 stroke per minute rate.

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  4. Is the speed of the press adjustable, or just one speed?

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    1. This is one speed controlled by the foot-switch control.

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  5. How wide of a strip can the 45Ton cut. I am cutting scrap that can be up to 5" wide but never thicker than 1/4"

    1 answer

    1. The Ironworker comes with an 8" shear and can cut up to an 8" wide bar.

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  6. Does this machine punch holes also? If so what size and thickness will it punch 

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    1. The Metal Pro Ironworker will punch holes. It will work with mild steel up to 3/8" thick and diameters from 1/8" to 1 1/4".

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  7. What hydraulic fluid would you recommend using?

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    1. Any standard hydraulic fluid that is ISO 32 would be recommended for use with the Ironworker.

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  8. Can this shear 3/4" rebar?

    1 answer

    1. This METALpro Ironworker is rated for 3/4" round rod. This would include 3/4" rebar.

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  9. can this cut an angle iron at 45 degree or at any angle?

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    1. It can be used to cut angle iron at a 45-degree or any preferred angle.

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  10. Will this shear 3 x 3 x 3/16" 304 SST angle?

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    1. This Metalpro Ironworker will shear 3 x 3 x 3/16" stainless steel angle.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

3 months parts/3 months labor

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