CLAUSING KL18 UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

The Clausing KL18 Upright Drill Press is a heavy-duty industrial machine featuring a 25.2-inch swing and powered by a 0.8 horsepower motor. It operates through a belt-driven system with a 10-speed step pulley, delivering spindle speeds ranging from 294 to 4800 rpm for versatile drilling applications. The spindle includes a 3 Morse Taper (3MT) and a quill diameter of 2.44 inches, enabling a drilling depth (spindle travel) of 4.72 inches. It offers a drilling capacity of up to 0.71 inches in steel and 1 inch in cast iron, with tapping capacities of 0.55 inches in steel and 0.71 inches in cast iron. The adjustable worktable measures approximately 22 by 19.5 inches, mounted on a rigid 66-inch-tall, 4-inch diameter round column. User-friendly features include a depth scale with adjustable stop, thermomagnetic switch for motor protection, spindle reversing switch ideal for tapping, an automatic tool ejector, and a drill guard with micro switch and vertical adjustment for safety. The drill press also incorporates an emergency stop with an optional foot pedal and a high/low speed range selector. Chuck compatibility includes key-type chucks from 3/16" to 3/4" drill sizes, utilizing a 3JT to 3MT arbor adapter. The machine weighs approximately 693 pounds and measures about 32 by 23 by 83 inches (L x W x H). Optional foot pedals for emergency stop and cycle start enhance operator control. This combination of features makes the Clausing KL18 suitable for precision and heavy-duty drilling, tapping, and reaming tasks in industrial settings.