Miniature punch press - video

[thehomeengineer]

Hi Toolmaker51
Thank you for the reply. It was more on the linkage to operate the clutch. From the downward force on the handle this operates the clutch to move at 90 degrees to the action is it maybe a bell crank lever?
Very nicely made item
The Home Engineer

[Toolmaker51]

Yes, a bellcrank is suitable. Some bigger presses use a cam, others an automotive style yoke ala manual shift. Each achieves axial movement for engagement.
Foot or hand trip levers aren't so prevalent anymore, most are electric or pneumatic switch retro-fits.