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DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Drill Press


  • DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Drill Press')"> Used for boring holes in precise, repetitive cuts. With the appropriate accessories, the drill press can also shape, carve, sand, grind, buff and polish.
  • Consists of a base and a column rising upward to a head holding the motor and drill. A radial arm holds a worktable that adjusts vertically. A feed handle enables the user to direct the drill chuck up and down.
  • On a radial drill press, the head rotates 360ยบ around the column and can drill at an angle or horizontally.