Drill press 16 mm

A drill press (also called a pillar drill or bench drill) is a stationary machine tool used to drill precise, straight holes in wood, metal, plastic, and other materials. Unlike a handheld drill, the workpiece is held in place while the drill bit moves vertically.

Main parts

• Base: Supports the machine.
• Column: Vertical post connecting the base and head.
• Table: Adjustable platform that supports the workpiece.
• Head: Houses the motor and pulleys/gears.
• Chuck: Holds the drill bit.
• Spindle/Quill: Moves the chuck and drill bit up and down.
• Feed handle: Lowers and raises the drill bit.

Advantages

• Produces accurate, perpendicular holes.
• Maintains consistent drilling depth.
• Can drill large or repeated holes efficiently.
• Safer and more stable than a handheld drill for many tasks.

Common uses

• Woodworking
• Metalworking
• Plastic fabrication
• Countersinking and counterboring
• Sanding or polishing with attachments