The IBERDRILL BC-50VE Upright Drill Press is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered machine designed for industrial drilling and tapping tasks. It features a maximum drilling capacity of 1.97 inches (50 mm) in mild steel and 2.36 inches (60 mm) in cast iron, with tapping capacities up to M42 (1.68 inches in steel and 2 inches in cast iron). Powered by a robust 5.5 HP main motor and a 0.1 HP coolant pump motor, it delivers spindle speeds ranging from 190 to 1,900 RPM across three stepped stages controlled by either a mechanical speed variator (Model V) or an electronic frequency inverter (Model VE), coupled with a front-mounted digital speed display for precise speed monitoring. The machine’s spindle uses a 4MT taper and offers a quill stroke of 7.87 inches (200 mm) with a throat depth of 14.17 inches (360 mm), supported by a 6.89-inch (175 mm) diameter column ensuring rigidity and stability. The 21.65 x 21.65 inches (550 x 550 mm) worktable, equipped with MGI rotation and tilt features, allows flexible positioning of workpieces. Additional features include an electromagnetic clutch enabling automatic feed and retraction with feed rates from 0.1 to 0.4 mm per revolution, an automatic feed reversal specifically designed for tapping operations, and an automatic tool ejector for enhanced productivity. Safety and operational convenience are ensured with an emergency stop button, height-adjustable chip protection with a microswitch, built-in machine lighting, and integrated low-voltage electrical controls within the drill head. The drill press weighs approximately 1,870 lbs (0.85 tons) and occupies about 7.22 x 2.3 x 4.27 feet (2.2 x 0.7 x 1.3 m), making it suitable for heavy-duty workshop environments requiring precision and reliability.