For the typical DIY-er, this is usually is not necessary. The distance from the centre of the chuck to the column or pillar is also known as the throat depth. As any experienced pillar drill user will tell you, throat depth can be a critical parameter to consider when buying a drill press.
The throat depth limits the distance from the side of a workpiece that a hole can be made using the drill press. For example, the Clarke CDP5RB bench drill which has a throat depth of mm, cannot make a hole in the centre of a square workpiece that is 21cm x 21cm or larger irrespective of how the workpiece is rotated.
Throat depth on Clarke drill press models range from mm to mm. Like most drill presses, the distance from the chuck to the drill table on Clarke drill presses is variable as the drill table is free to slide up and down the column of the drill.
Clarke drill presses use one of two mechanisms to secure the drill table in place as a stable platform. On smaller Clarke bench drill models, a locking mechanism is used to immobilise the free-sliding drill table, while on larger, more professional models, a rack and pinion system is used to more precisely control drill table height.
The maximum distance the table can move away from the chuck gives some idea of the maximum 'thickness' of workpiece that can be accommodated within the drill area. However, it is important to note that most drill bits, protrude a significant distance from the chuck, even when fully inserted, thereby reducing the maximum thickness of workpiece permitted within a particular drill model.
The maximum chuck-to-drill table distances on Clarke models range fro mm to mm. In general, the bigger the drill table size, the better it is, as a larger drill table surface area can better support larger workpieces.
Clarke pillar drill models sport drill tables in a range of shapes including, square, rectangular and circular, and in a range of sizes depending on the model. I bought this for my home hobby workshop, I mainly make things out of wood. I get a steady supply of pallets and scrap wood and make things like work benches, planters, small tables etc..
I have been after a pillar drill for ages and took the plunge after a lot of reading with this one. The clincher for me was the aluminium pulleys for accuracy and durability.
The drill arrives disassembled but is very easy to put together. You start with the base and bolt on the mast. Then add the work plate and the drill unit.
You will finally need to attach the handles and mount the chuck by gently lining it up on the spindle then, with a piece of scrap wood underneath, pull the handles to push the chuck on make sure the jaws are in first.
One point with the packing is - the bottom of the motor fan cover is right against the cardboard. I noticed when I took out the drill unit the motor fan cover bottom was dented in. You can unscrew this, which I had to do to hammer out the dents using a piece of scrap wood. This damaged the paint finish so I had to sand and respray it black. Not a major problem but not something you ideally want to do with a brand new item.
When I first tried to start the drill nothing happened so I opened the top to expose the pulleys. There is a safety microswitch under the top which cuts power if you open it. The plastic stop that activates the microswitch was slightly out of line so I just unscrewed it and adjusted it slightly.
When I shut the top and tried again it was ok. I've used it for making a new work bench and it was so much easier having this set up and getting perfectly straight holes done quickly. Make sure you have some kind of clamp for securing your work piece - I used quick release g-clamps onto the plate. I don't think I will bother with a specific bench drill clamp.
Overall I am very pleased with this drill - it's obviously only a hobby tool but good quality and not only works well but looks good too. I would definitely recommend it for the money.
This is my first pillar drill and I'm delighted with it. It looks great in my workshop and represents very good value for money. It does not feature 'soft start' but this doesn't seem to be a problem for me. Spare parts are readily available should you need them. The guard which holds the rubber switch cover is a very brittle yellow plastic and three of the 'arms' have snapped off. A twin barrel, fast action air foot pump for tyres, balloons, airbeds, boats, swimming pool and beach toys plus a host of other inflatables.
Lightweight and highly portable this v mains powered, propane gas fired heater is ideal for small workshops or the home garage user. FeaturesMax out.. This submersible pump is ideal for draining surface water including flooded cellars, sumps etc. It can be used to remove both clean and dirty water. Single 70x70mm interlocking grey corner piece for use with FLG1 Grey interlocking floor tiles and edge pieces. Ideal for adding the finishing touch.. Single x70mm interlocking grey edge piece for use with FLG1 Grey interlocking floor tiles and edge pieces.
Ideal for adding the finishing touch t.. Single x70mm interlocking black edge piece for use with FLB1 Black interlocking floor tiles and edge pieces. Single 70x70mm interlocking black corner piece for use with FLB1 Black interlocking floor tiles and edge pieces.
The best torx t55 bit Reviews. The best sander grinder Reviews. The best star screwdriver set Reviews. The best diy multi tool Reviews. The best carbide burr sets Reviews. The best half inch torque wrench Reviews.
The best press stud machine Reviews. UK for our comprehensive website. Skip to content Clarke Tools - buy Clarke tools with fast delivery. Woodworking Hand Tools 16 Products. Woodworking Benches.
Welding Consumables 16 Products. Welding Accessories 50 Products. Vices, Anvils Etc 36 Products. Vehicle and Motorcycle Lifts 3 Products. Tool Chests, Tool Cabinets 20 Products. Three Phase Electric Motors 6 Products. Thread Repair Kits 5 Products.
0コメント