Fires 20mm holes through steel!! - VEVOR Mhp-20 Electric Hydraulic Hole Punch - Full review

[@zednott]

when you make your new table mount, consider sub mounting it. so that the material can lay flush on your table when going inside the punch. like how a wood router is mounted under a table. heavy bit down.

[@joshuadelisle]

That's a great idea. Thank you. Cheers J

[@Matt_S104]

Never knew such a tool existed! For specific situations see it could be a real labour/time saver - thanks for reviewing!

[@joshuadelisle]

Yeah I got to do lots of bolt holes in a ton of angle iron frames. Been really useful for fixing holes in plates and other fabrication projects. Love how portable it is and packs away savings on space too. Cheers J

[@manmachinemake3708]

"My regular viewers" Who you callin' regular ? We are exceptional ! I'm quite impressed by the speed and effortless function. I've been looking at one of their benchtop units ($200 US) as i don't need the portability and have electric/hydro already. I think your review has tipped me towards the purchase. Todd

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Todd. I looked at the bench top ones too but you'll see in future video it's portability is so beneficial, especially when material is harder to move around than the punch. All the very best. Cheers J

[@DerekWoolverton]

I so miss having a shop with an iron worker. (Does the hole punch, plus plate steel and angle iron shear, and also bending.) But those are multi-thousand dollar things.

[@misterfixit1952]

I bought the VEVOR hydraulic punch that uses a separate hydraulic unit connected by a hose. I can use a standard porta-power pump or, in my case, a hydraulic pump setup in my shop. The punch unit itself only cost $124 US and I had the other hydraulic units. The pump is operated by a foot switch so my hands are free to hold the work being punched. VEVOR sells several sizes of these heavy-duty cast iron punches and I bought the smaller one, the CH-60. The 31-ton punch has a maximum thickness with iron plate of (3-8 mm) and will do up to 10mm in aluminum and comes with 4 die sizes, 3/8"(ф10.5 mm), 1/2"(ф13.8 mm), 5/8"(ф17.5 mm), and 3/4"(ф20.5 mm). The punch is not light but it has a nice handle on the top and is much lighter than the powered unit that you bought. The hose has a quick connect on it so it's easy to move around. For the money, especially if you already have the hydraulic pump, it is a great deal.

[@joshuadelisle]

I'll see if I can try one out. Cheers for the tip. Cheers J

[@donalregan207]

Hi MisterFixIt1952 Im thinking of purchasing the CH60 also as i also have a strong hydraulic pump. Im looking for some advise if you dont mind. I mostly only punch 6mm round holes in 3mm steel plate. Do you think the plate will bend, being so light for such a strong tool? and second question any idea where i can get a foot switch for the my pump? If it wont work Ill buy the VEVOR Mhp-20 Electric Hydraulic Hole Punch but they are out of stock at the moment. Thanks in advance. Donal

[@misterfixit1952]

@@donalregan207 The holes should punch cleanly through most any mild steel or aluminum up to the rated thickness. This mostly depends on how well the dies are maintained. Good punch lubricant helps for production punching. For occasional use grease would due just fine. As to the pump, you didn't say which kind you have. I have a 10 ton hand pump from Harbor Freight that I use but I also have an air powered foot pump that works. I also have an electric hydraulic pump that I salvaged from a wheel chair lift that I am thinking of using. I would use a two way valve, like those used for a wood splitter. They sell those valves pretty cheap all over the place including at VEVOR. VEVOR also sells several, similar, air powered foot activated pumps for around $100 each. I use a quick connect on my hydraulic lines so I can easily change power sources. If you wanted an electric foot switch activated hydraulic valve you could find one on eBay or aliexpress. You might want to install a relief valve set to the max rated pressure of the CH60 if you are going to use something more than a hand powered pump like a port-a-power. I personally think the electric punch is overpriced unless you have a specific need for extreme portability, and it's making you money. Most of my fabrication happens in my shop on my welding/fab table.

[@andyvan5692]

don't wreck the tool, just use a bush extractor, it expands in the internal space that way you can add a slide hammer to push it out.

[@tomayrscotland6890]

Hi Joshua! I got my Hole punch delivered, Just going to set it up later today, It will make my trailer builds a lot esier and a lot quicker and can see me making a profit this time round. Thanks for the great Idea. Next month I will swop my plasma cutter for a non contact unit.

[@joshuadelisle]

Well done Tom. I use mine a lot as it's so much quicker than drilling. Cheers J

[@frep420]

When a company puts their name on a tool, I expect them to stand behind it. Great job on them for realizing an opportunity to sell more units, and being open to the new media moguls: You and I

[@joshuadelisle]

So far for the price I think they are great. I might have some more stuff from them coming soon. Cheers J

[@branchandfoundry560]

Thank you for this demonstration. I just picked up this tool brand new at auction for $300USD. My past two jobs were handrails and a steel catwalk with 504 & 660 holes respectively for their mounting plates. Each was 2-3 days at the drill press. Hoping this is a huge time saving machine.

[@joshuadelisle]

It definitely will. Well done. Cheers J

[@joshg8458]

How did this workout? Interested to see how durable it was for a production situation

[@branchandfoundry560]

@@joshg8458 Oddly, I have not used it yet. Did a kitchen renovation and a ton of interior work on a 90y/o house the past several months. Now working on workshop improvements before another small kitchen job. After that I have a job for it though!

[@richardmills5450]

WOW! fabulous little tool. Wish I had one a few years ago when i was drilling 1000's of holes. Cheers matey

[@trevorjarvis3021]

Excellent review Joshua, looks like an amazing piece of kit.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Trevor. I'm pleased with it. Cheers J

[@terryherrera5252]

I have used a Whitney Punch for 45+ years !!!

[@tomwagemans1872]

Nice review. I don't need one but now I want one! I have wired a foot switch with regular plugs so I can use it on multiple machines.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Tom. I'll probably do the same as you did. Cheers J

[@brysonalden5414]

What a handy device, if you need to punch a lot of holes. Most of the material I work with would be too thick, but I am glad it works for you.

[@joshuadelisle]

I used it for a ton of angle iron as fixing holes for some panels. Fixing plates, light gage I-beam and sheet metal is what I'll use it mostly for. For really thick stuff I think hot punching is faster than drilling, I've recently acquired a large fly press which can do that. Cheers J

[@ChristCenteredIronworks]

Sweet tool! Now I need One 😃

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Roy. I love a lot of VEVOR tools and hoping to try out some more of their machines. Very good prices, service so far is excellent and all works as it should. Cheers J

[@tomayrscotland6890]

Hi Again Joshua, I do like the hole punch, however to expensive for me I just do odd jobs in my forge, And I work under a tarp so winter coming on I will have to shut shop. It is a bit of a struggle now at hitting 74 yrs. but I just get on with it. If it is to cold! I just heao on more coal... bye for now and excellent video on the hole punch though' well done and well presented.

[@rok1475]

Do you know if it is possible to punch a 1/4” hole in the middle of the flat part of a 3/4” steel angle? The hole would be about 0.43” from the outside corner. I worry there is not enough room and the punch will hit the side of the angle before hitting the side of the angle resting on the die Appreciate any help in this matter

[@joelalleman9591]

another great review joshua , keep up the great work !!!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. Cheers J

[@tomthompson7400]

a paintbrush in an oil tin and a wipe of the punch every three or four holes really helps the tings along ,,,

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Tom. It actually came with an oiler which I do use, it's Very useful. Cheers J

[@jayeff3196]

Ps....thanks for getting subscriber's a discount....appreciated....🙂

[@joshuadelisle]

You're welcome. I'll continue to use my leverage to get you guys the best deals. Cheers J

[@imajeenyus42]

Really cool to see one of these actually operating! Been eyeing up one for a while. Could you possibly shed a bit of light on how the punch advances when you pull the trigger - does it immediately retract as soon as the trigger is released, or does it only retract once it reaches the full travel? I was a bit surprised when you were able to advance the punch a little bit and it stayed there, not retracting. The application I have in mind is stamping designs on to metal, rather than punching holes, so I'm wondering whether this behaviour would actually work. At the moment I'm using a manual shop press, which works fine, but is bulky and a bit tiring after a hundred pieces!

[@joshuadelisle]

It does it in cycles. You can only get full extension then full retraction. However there is a lever on the side which is a bypass valve so you can control the pressure for lighter strokes. I don't recommend it for punching designs though. Cheers J

[@imajeenyus42]

​@@joshuadelisle Hi, thanks for the info. That's what I was afraid of - I was thinking it behaved more like a separate pump + ram. Search continues for a nice little electric/hydraulic press ;-)

[@joshuadelisle]

@@imajeenyus42 VEVOR did do 12v, 110v nd 240v hydraulic pumps with tanks. You just need a cylinder after that and a frame to mount on. Cheers J

[@georgegriffiths2235]

Great piece of kit nice discount hopefully they will add your mod to the model

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you George. At least it gives a purchaser a way of releasing the dies a bit quicker. Still faster than changing dies on a kingsland. Cheers J

[@luckystar4779]

Hi Joshua, great tool and presentation. It may be very helpfull to finish your new workshop 😁 Have a nice weekend 👍

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. Yes that would be nice. Too many pressing jobs to do first. Will just have to brace the cold for a little while. Cheers J

[@northernfool7453]

Handy, that is a huge time saver.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Mike. Massive time saver, really spead up a job I bought it for and definitely paid for it self already. Cheers J

[@iandonkin6762]

I don’t need one, but watching your excellent video makes me want to buy one! Thanks for sharing as always J 👍

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. It's definitely a fun toy that can pay for itself quickly on the jobs. Cheers J

[@tdruce66]

Great tool. I had to punch slots in 100. mailboxes using the hand cranked version of this. I agree about not needing a gym afterwards 🙂

[@joshuadelisle]

Ha ha. Yes. Makes it quick compared drilling though for sure. Cheers J

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Wowsers that is a very cool pice of a machinery. Congratulations on your new tool / toy my friend. Hopefully you get great use out of it my friend, for many years to come. Can't wait to see more videos soon. Really likeing your videos. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Weld on. Fab on. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you so much. It's definitely had a lot of use already. Lots more to shared. Blessings J.

[@sportflyer]

Lots of shiny new tools 😁 Good review, thank you.

[@joshuadelisle]

Building the collection gradually. Got a few more to share soon. Cheers J

[@TempleThomas]

that is slick - I need one !

[@spetsnaz1]

I contacted Vevor and they said they do not sell any other bits to this machine in any other sizes nor did they recommend another vender to obtain any from. After watching your review I’d like to buy this machine. Any ideas on anyone who could make a custom bit?

[@joshuadelisle]

Hi. I meant to put a link to this but I found these on eBay and they do other types also: "1set 21mm Punch Die of MHP-20 Electric Hydraulic Punch Machine up and down mold | eBay" www.ebay.co.uk/itm/333373789085?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&itemid=333373789085&targetid=1279388080546&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=1007256&poi=&campaignid=9437777969&mkgroupid=121333613743&rlsatarget=pla-1279388080546&abcId=578896&merchantid=113587099&gclid=Cj0KCQiAu62QBhC7ARIsALXijXQSRbsZlsB5iotNLUkL2z7UWFXH4tuJCbSH6-xcVg5-1LbIPH1TKP4aAiRTEALw_wcB

[@spetsnaz1]

Thank you for your fast response! I have seen these for sale on ebay and I did not know if they were compatible with this machine or not. I need a few different sizes 39mm being the largest I need for thin soft metals. Thanks again for answering as many of these company take awhile to respond.

[@joshuadelisle]

@@spetsnaz1 thank you. You're limited to 20.5mm with this punch but as far as I know you can get any shape within that diameter. For anything bigger I would use my plasma cutter or rotabroach. Cheers J

[@danielhill4925]

@@joshuadelisle Awesome, thanks for sharing! I just bought one and am looking to get a 5mm die set since most of what I need to punch for bus bar manufacturing is 5mm. Hope I can find it ok!

[@sv1bdo1966]

Hi, what is the type of hydraulic oil used? How often needs to be replaced?

[@joshuadelisle]

I'm not too sure. I've just topped mine up with compressor oil which is the same less the lubricant additives. All the very best. Cheers J

[@ThomasMcRaeCopland]

Hi Joshua' I did buy that electric hole punch, I got the discount too. I broke the 6.5mm die can you tell me how to get in touch i did register with them but no parts... can you let me know how to contact them. they did ask me for my purchase date. computer crashed and I lost all my data?.

[@joshuadelisle]

Hi. Its probably best to buy them from another retailer. These guys look good: beizetools.com/products/1-piece-punching-round-hole-die-for-mhp-20-jp-20-spm-20-electric-hydraulic-punching-machine

[@pythonsoft]

Just seen your video and looked them up and they are now£599

[@joshuadelisle]

No way. That's annoying. Even from my links?

[@17hmr243]

this or rebar cutter would u use more , the rebar dose not cut flush tho some tidy up work

[@joshuadelisle]

I would love a rebar cutter too. I actually cut a lot of round bar for railings using a large hand operated bolt cutter. Will do 12mm comfortably.

[@glenndarilek520]

Whoo yeah! Is right!

[@JesusvonNazaret]

i only knew the hydraulic ones, where you need a separate pump

[@joshuadelisle]

Yeah I saw those then found this which made more sense to me. Cheers J

[@troyladoux1953]

Cool punch. Just can't get in USA.

[@joshuadelisle]

Try this link: amzn.to/3PykzAc cheers J

[@heelf5277]

Fantastic product, love your videos.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thanks bro. Cheers J

[@LJbradbury]

Nice bit of kit

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Lyndon. I love it. Cheers J

[@davidlock8561]

Fantastic review great discount I wasn't going to buy any more tools as got no space as it is lol got to have one of these cheers I also bought the tig you reviewed like you opened up to check quality etc keep doing the reviews m8 spot on

[@joshuadelisle]

@@davidlock8561 thank you David. I don't wish to have too many tools also but if is useful and the right price Ill certainly review it. I'm actually hoping to review a hydraulic pipe bender for bending some 2" pipe and hopefully an 15kw induction forge at some point. Cheers J

[@davidlock8561]

Bought this at the discounted price then put your discount code in got extra £10 off champion

[@joshuadelisle]

@@davidlock8561 excellent. Well done 👍

[@tomayrscotland6890]

Ps Joshua I hope you don't mind. Has any of your viewers got an anvil that is workable?, I have seen some on ebay but they are to far gone for making horse shoes. Any good one will do. Thanks.

[@joshuadelisle]

I'm afraid good ones are getting rare or exported to the states. I don't have any for shoeing but I do own a few strikers anvils. Cheers J

[@jorgeadolforivera9757]

after how many holes should the oil be changed? what type of oil do you use? Thanks

[@joshuadelisle]

Hi. I would check my oil yearly to see if it's going dark/opaque, if it's still full and clear it's still fine. Hydraulic oil has anti corrosion properties which is ideal if you do a change, for topping up I use compressor oil which is the same less the additives and is always on hand for me if needed. All the very best. Cheers J

[@Adub86]

Any way to make that discount work for us across the pond? 🇺🇸

[@joshuadelisle]

VEVORYT should give you $5 off and VVSAVE should give you $10 off over $200

[@pistonslapuk]

Hey Josh, do you know if there is a 3 or 4mm die for punching holes please? I currently drill screw holes and this would save me so soooo much time!

[@joshuadelisle]

You can only punch a hole that is more than the thickness of the steel. You can get dies that are 3mm but the maximum you could punch is 3mm thick steel. There should be other dies available on eBay. All the very best. Cheers J

[@jayeff3196]

Waw....how much time and effort is that tool going to save you....tiring lifting it above your head but the flexibility of the tool ...🙂

[@joshuadelisle]

Lots of time saved. I actually think it's easier than drilling above my head, it maybe safer too as the drill nearly always snags and twists my wrist in that position. I should wear a hard hat with this though. Cheers J

[@jamescairney.]

Made easy work of it. I expected more resistance.

[@joshuadelisle]

I love it. 10t of force apparently and has a bypass valve lever on the side that I forgot to add in. Cheers J

[@ivanwalker3391]

🎶A "hole" lotta love🎶 Keep 'er lit Bro!

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Ivan. Cheers J

[@abbyxie81]

Thank you so much for the great sharing👏👍

[@joshuadelisle]

You're very very welcome Abby. Cheers J

[@ForgedInHolland]

Suprisingly fast!

[@joshuadelisle]

I love the efficiency. Cheers J

[@wilborth5th]

Thank you for sharing great video, since I’m a subscriber in the USA how do I order one of them, and thank you for looking after us with the discounts, please let me know

[@joshuadelisle]

Hi Willy. If you go onto the VEVOR website for you country, type in electric hydraulic punch and use Joshua10 as a discount coupon at the checkout you should find a great deal. All the very best. Cheers J

[@wilborth5th]

@@joshuadelisle Thanks Josh much appreciated I really need this machine, the drilling for holes can be a pain in the back the waste and the time it takes, not to say the price of drill bits, THANKS 🙏

[@joshuadelisle]

@@wilborth5th that's exactly why I bought one. I had so many holes to do and this thing did it so quickly it paid for itself on the first job. Cheers J

[@wilborth5th]

Josh thanks for the advice I just got my puncher, I have a question, that oil is provided is the oil to be use as hydraulic? Also the manual is very limited but I’ll manage, very impressive machine by the way, thanks again

[@joshuadelisle]

@@wilborth5th Hi Willy. Yes hydraulic oil is best, I used compressor oil which is the same less some additives for anti-wear but I only needed to top it up a little. Any lubricant is better than none when applying some to the punching die. The lever on the side, I didn't mention in the video, is a bypass valve so you can test it is centred without it punching all the way through, it'll only touch the material instead. All the very best. Cheers J

[@dragonwaterforge]

This tool is awsome

[@joshuadelisle]

Yep love it. Cheers J

[@NathanNostaw]

Great machine.

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you Nathan. I'm pleased with it. Cheers J

[@daveadams4128]

Interesting tool, but for about the same money i'll stick with my MAG drill & cutters ATB Dave

[@joshuadelisle]

Mag drills are awesome and can cut a wider range of materials. The job I bought the punch for was high quantity and short deadline which I couldn't achieve with a drill in time. Cheers J

[@terryherrera5252]

USE da Guide !!!

[@BulatsSchmiede]

Hi @Joshua!Thank you for showing !What amazing drill !Greeting #Bulatsschmiede (Bulat the Blacksmith from germany)😊🤙

[@joshuadelisle]

Thank you. I love it. Very satisfying to use on the right job. Cheers J

[@17hmr243]

die is that shape so ur not use all the cutting surface at same time less power needed

[@knifethrower9733]

Hell yeah everyone hates drilling holes lol

[@joshuadelisle]

Yes totally right. Massively speeds things up. Cheers J

[@honeycuttracing]

Nice tool but tooooo pricey for our shop! Over $500 in USA 🇺🇸 rather use a drill press

[@joshuadelisle]

That's a shame on the VEVOR website it's only £285 + discount. I can honestly mine payed for itself on the first job but then again there where a lot of holes. All the very best. Cheers J

[@theantichrist4267]

Oh it just chewed through the steel with no effort 👍

[@branchandfoundry560]

Here's a nice table build video for this machine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p56cdGaeqr6SeMU

[@dona5198]

Why have you got MANGY CHEAP steel sheds ?????

[@joshuadelisle]

All I can afford/ want to spend on. Cheers J

[@geoffreykeown2878]

Jesus, I want one, lol

[@joshuadelisle]

There not expensive compared to other types. I'm pleased with it. Cheers J