Power Hammers Sahinler Air Hammers

Sahinler SM-34, SM-50 and SM-60 Air Hammers

Sahinler SM-50 Hammer

The Sahinler SM-50, SM-60 and SM-34 air hammers are self contained forging hammers designed for use in blacksmith shops, welding and fabricating plants, maintenance facilities and schools. Bladesmiths will find the Sahinler SM-50, SM-60 and SM-34 the best choices for Damascus work.

Interchangeable upper and lower dies allow the user to form hot metal into an infinite variety of shapes. The basic machine comes standard with flat dies, 2.375" x 4.75". Examples of optional dies include radius and flat combinations and radius, flat and fuller combos. Open faced mold dies can also be used, such as leaf and scroll end.

Self Contained Air Supply

What exactly does self contained mean? Instead of having a noisy, expensive, high pressure, high maintenance reciprocating air compressor to provide the air-motive force, Sahinler Air Hammers use a low pressure, high volume system completely contained and integral to the machine. The motor drives a large flywheel via notched v-belts. The flywheel is connected via a pitman bearing and connecting rod to the rear piston. Basically, as the rear piston is pushed up, the front piston can come down, it's depth of stroke determined by the position of the main valve, which is operated by the foot control. The result is excellent control, always enough air, less noise, greater reliability and a more productive and satisfying hammering experience.

Unmatched Versatility

The nature of air hammers provides a versatility unmatched by any other type of hammer. A wide range of stock sizes can be worked interchangeably. There are no springs or arms to adjust when going from wide to flat. We have successfully forged, .5 x 6" mild steel, edgewise, as in the crown of this gate.

Square bar up to 2" x 2" is readily worked and larger sizes are possible. Power isn't everything, though, and the SM-34, SM-50 and SM-60 are also sensitive guys capable of light planishing blows or tapering .25" rounds.

Questions? Please visit our Sahinler Air Hammer Frequently Asked Questions.

Sahinler SM-34

Sahinler SM-50

Specifications

	SM-34	SM-50	SM-60
Ram Weight................	75 lbs	122 lbs	132 lbs
Motor(standard)...........	5 hp 3 phase	10 hp 3 phase	10 hp 3 phase
(optional)...........	5 hp 1 phase	10 hp 1 phase	10 hp 1 phase
Distance Between dies.....	9"	9"	9"
Piston Center to throat.....	9"	12"	12"
Blows per minute .........	240(max)	240(max)	240(max)
Die Size(standard)........	2.375" x 4.75"	2.375" x 4.75"	2.375" x 4.75"
Weight (net)..............	1700 lbs.	2800 lbs.	2800 lbs.
Price (standard motor)....	$8300	$9400	$9995
(upcharge for optional Baldor 1 Phase motor)....	$595	$695	$695
Accessories...............
Welded steel base...	$975	$1175	$1175
Hammerhead Dies.....
More Accessories.....
Foundation Requirements... The SM-34, SM-50 and SM-60 need a base of at least 9" height to sit on. This allows for foot throttle travel and raises the lower die to the proper working height. The best arrangement is a steel base, although wood timbers will work in a pinch. Concrete is not recommended for this part. The floor upon which the hammer and base sit can either be dirt, 6" reinforced concrete or, the best, a separate pad, 36" x 72" x 24" deep, which is isolated from the existing slab and poured flush with the floor. Click here for information on our optional welded steel base for Sahinler Power Hammers.

Side view of the SM-50

The SM-50 is 60 inches long and 60 inches tall. The single phase motor is shown here. The foot throttle is shown in the shipping position with the linkage detached. The throttle and linkage are user adjustable to accomodate different styles and physiques.

Front Piston and Dies of the SM-50

The piston assembly can be rotated in 45 degree increments. The sow block ( lower die holder) can be rotated to any position. The dies are held in dovetail ways with wedges. Once seated they stay tight. In operation, as the machine idles, there is approximately 9" between the dies..

Front View of the SM-50

The foot throttle wraps around the base and allows operation from three sides of the machine. The overall width of the unit (including motor and starter) is 30 inches.

Rear three quarters view of the SM-50

Lifting provisions consist of a central lifting eye which can accomodate a 1" round steel bar. A nylon lifting strap is shown holding the 2800 pound machine.

Starting the SM-34, SM-50 & SM-60

For safety and convenience all Sahinler Air Hammers sold by Powerhammers, LLC are equipped with high quality Siemens electromagnetic starters with pushbutton controls. Once the motor is running the bypass lever, seen on the left, is moved from the rear position ( A) to the forward position (B). This sends air to the front piston (ram) and begins the "tupping" or idling of the front piston. Operation of the ram is then achieved via the foot throttle. To shut down the procedure is reversed, returning the bypass lever to position A, then stopping the motor.

The Sahinler Factory in Bursa, Turkey

Sahinler has been making air hammers and hydraulic presses since 1954.