Enlist any four merit and demerits of mechanical press

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Answer :

Merit :-

1. Machine structure is rational and small.

2. It is very easy to operate and it operate at a high utilization ratio.

3. Less cost of machine

4. Simple in construction.

Demerit:-

1. The large no. of relative moving parts and subjected wear & tear.

2. Relatively limited tonnage capacity.

3. Limited stroke length.

4. The force does not remain constant throughout the stroke.


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