Description
MF600-1HP
The MF600-1HP (1-HumanPower™) Basic Hydraulics Training System is a zero-emissions, human-powered learning platform that teaches fundamental hydraulics in the most intuitive way possible. By using the student as the prime mover, the system allows learners to feel how changes in flow, pressure, torque, and horsepower directly affect actuator behavior. Pedaling speed becomes flow. Pedaling force becomes pressure. These real-time cause-and-effect relationships make abstract concepts instantly understandable.
A back-lit crane assembly with boom, mast rotation, and hydraulic winch enables learners to see pressure, area, load, torque, and speed interactions in a clear and visual format. With digital instrumentation and a complete set of industrial hydraulic components, the MF600-1HP provides one of the most engaging and memorable introductions to hydraulic science, perfect for high schools, technical colleges, workforce development, and entry-level industry training programs.
MF600-1HP — Key Features & Benefits
Students Experience Hydraulics Physically — Not Theoretically
Because the student is the prime mover, they immediately feel how changes in pedal force and speed affect system pressure, flow, and actuator response.
Makes Pressure, Force, Torque & Area Concepts Easy to Understand
The crane boom cylinder shows how pressure changes with surface area when the load is held constant. These concepts are normally difficult to teach with theory alone.
Real Hydraulic Components for Real Learning
The system includes cylinders, motors, a fixed-displacement pump, D03 solenoid valves, flow controls, a hydraulic winch, and digital instrumentation, all visible and accessible.
Zero Emissions. Zero Noise. Zero Hazards.
The only power source is the student, making the system ideal for indoor classrooms, labs, and youth training environments, no electrical motors, no fumes, no risk.
Brings Hydraulics to Life Through Movement
Learners see actuator speed change as they pedal faster or slower and see pressure rise as the load increases or boom geometry changes.
Supports 14 Essential Learning Outcomes
Includes hydraulics safety, torque calculation, actuator speed calculation, pressure differential, hydraulic horsepower, force/area relationship, pump behavior, and more.
MF600-1HP — Specifications
Prime Mover & Power System
- Prime mover: student-powered (pedal-driven)
- Human mechanical energy converted to hydraulic energy via flywheel & belt-driven pump
- Pedal speed = flow rate
- Pedal torque/force = pressure generation
Crane Functions
- Boom raise/lower (dual-acting cylinder)
- Mast rotation left/right (180° either direction)
- Hydraulic winch with belt & hook for attaching weight
Hydraulic Components
- Fixed displacement gear pump
- Dual double-acting cylinders (boom raise/lower)
- Single-rod double-acting mast extension cylinder
- (2) Bi-directional hydraulic motors (belt reel & rotation)
- (4) D03 solenoid-controlled directional valves
- One-way flow control valve
- 0.75-gallon (3.79 L) hydraulic tank
Digital Instrumentation
- Flow meter
- Pressure gauge
- Digital tachometer (pedal/flywheel speed)
Seat & Ergonomics
- Comfortable gel seat
- Tool-free height & lateral adjustment
Learning Activities (14 Outcomes)
Students learn:
- Hydraulic safety
- Force & torque calculation
- Relationship between flow, speed, and torque
- Actuator speed calculation
- Pressure sourcing & pump behavior
- Load vs. pressure changes
- Pressure vs. area relationships
- Hydraulic horsepower
- Pressure differential
Dimensions & Shipping
- Height: 80″ (2032 mm)
- Width: 51.5″ (1308 mm)
- Depth: 89″ (2261 mm) at full boom extension
- Shipping weight: 700 lb (318 kg)
MF600-1HP — Curriculum Overview & Topics Covered
Overview:
The MF600-1HP curriculum allows students to physically experience how hydraulic variables interact by using their own power to generate flow and pressure. Hands-on crane operations reinforce fundamental hydraulic concepts.
Topics Covered:
- Flow, pressure, torque, and force relationships
- Hydraulic horsepower
- Load-induced pressure changes
- Actuator speed and control
- Pump and valve fundamentals
- Safety procedures
- Interpreting measurements from live systems
