DAYTON Drill Presses

What points should be considered when choosing a drill press?

• Type: There are two main types of drill presses - bench top and stationary. Benchtop models are smaller, lighter and easier to transport. Stationary / floor models are heavier and more difficult to transport, but they have more power, capacity and features.
• Size: There are two major dimensions to consider - swing and spindle travel. Swing is calculated by multiplying the distance between the machine's central column and the spindle by 2. If you want to bore to the centre of a workpiece, this determines the maximum width of the material you can fit on your drill press. Spindle travel refers to how far your drill press can travel downward as you turn the handle.
• Power.
• Speed: For efficient drilling, most drill presses have variable rotation speeds.

Why use a drill press instead of a drill?

• Drill presses are designed to be precise, as opposed to handheld drills, which rely on arm strength and the operator's steadiness to drill an accurate & clean hole.
• Drill presses ensure that the bit is perfectly perpendicular to the material, eliminating crooked holes.

Are different drill presses used for wood and metal?

Yes. Drill presses for metallic workpieces typically spin bits at low speeds with high torque, whereas presses for wooden workpieces spin bits at high speeds with low torque.