How to Compare Drill Presses
Drill presses are used to drill holes in various types of material, like wood. A drill bit goes on the end of the press, which rotates, allowing you to carve holes. If you're in the market for a new drill press for your home or place of business, you'll have to compare and contrast the various models to make sure the tool you're buying is best suited to the work you intend to do. Does this Spark an idea?
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Consider the "size" of a drill press. The size of the unit is directly related to the size of the material that you can work with. To measure the size of a drill press, find the distance (in inches) between the part of the unit called the "chunk" and the part called the "column." Multiply this number by 2 to find the size. This information should also be listed in the technical specifications for a drill press.
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Determine the horsepower of the motor of any drill press you're thinking of purchasing. The horsepower is directly related to the toughness of the material you can work with on the unit. For tougher material, you will need to purchase a drill press with a high horsepower motor. One horsepower, for example, is considered a "high" horsepower rating for a drill press.
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Look at how a particular drill press needs to be set up. This typically depends on the size of the unit. For example, some drill presses are set up on the top of a counter or work bench. Others are larger models that stand directly on the floor. Your available space will influence the type of drill press you should buy. For example, if you don't have the necessary floor space for a floor-standing unit, purchase a bench-top unit.
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