CLAUSING IBARMIA KS18 UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

Technical Description

The Clausing Ibarmia KS18 Upright Drill Press is a heavy-duty belt-drive round-column drilling machine with a 19.7-inch swing and 0.8 horsepower motor, designed for precision and versatility. It offers a maximum drilling capacity of 1 inch in steel and 1.18 inches in cast iron, with tapping capacities of 0.71 inches in steel and 0.87 inches in cast iron. The spindle features a 3MT taper and a quill diameter of 2.44 inches, providing a spindle travel (drilling depth) of 4.72 inches. The machine has 10 selectable speeds with a high/low speed range selector and includes a thermomagnetic switch, spindle reversing switch, and an automatic tool ejector for enhanced operational safety and convenience. Standard safety features include an emergency stop and a drill guard equipped with a microswitch. The KS18 is available in specialized models: "RS" with an automatic feed reversing system for threading, "EV" with electronic variable speed control, and "EVRS" combining both electronic variable speed and automatic feed reversing. Depth control is facilitated by a depth scale and adjustable depth stop. Optional accessories include a floor cabinet (with shelves or drawers), rotating table, cross slide table, foot pedal for reversing, worklight with magnetic base, and a coolant system with an independent container. This drill press is engineered for demanding industrial applications requiring accuracy, repeatability, and robust performance.