Rated to 10,000 psi (700 bar), the Two Speed, Lightweight Hydraulic Hand Pump, 20 in³ Usable Oil from Enerpac is built around a glass-filled nylon reservoir and nylon-encapsulated aluminum pump base, keeping weight to 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) while maintaining strong corrosion resistance. The compact form factor and integrated handle lock make it practical to carry and position in tight or elevated work areas.
Two-speed operation allows high flow output during the advance stroke, moving a cylinder or tool to load contact quickly, before the pump shifts automatically to the high-pressure, low-flow stage. This sequencing reduces handle strokes significantly compared to single-speed models, lowering operator fatigue over extended use. The 20 in³ (327 cm³) reservoir suits single-cylinder hook-ups across a range of industrial lifting and pressing applications. A non-conductive fiberglass handle and internal pressure relief valve are standard. This model is single-acting; for double-acting tool compatibility, refer to the P842.
Does the two-speed setup actually make a noticeable difference in how many strokes you're pumping, or is that mostly marketing talk?
Answer by: Customer Support on Jan 8, 2026, 1:22 PM
Real difference, not just a sales pitch. The two-stage design cuts handle strokes by up to 78% compared to a single-speed pump. The way it works is the pump delivers high flow first to move the tool quickly to the workpiece, then automatically shifts to the low-flow high-pressure stage once resistance builds. For anyone doing repetitive work or running a cylinder through a long stroke before it hits load, that reduction adds up fast on operator fatigue.
Question by: Howard H on Sep 18, 2025, 9:40 PM
trying to cut down on handle strokes, does this pump speed up the first part of the stroke before it gets under load?
Answer by: Customer Support on Sep 20, 2025, 6:30 AM
Two-speed operation gives you higher flow up front to move the tool or cylinder to the point of load contact, then it automatically switches over to the low flow, high-pressure stage. That setup can reduce handle strokes by as much as 78% compared to a single-speed pump.