FOLLOW B50E UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

Technical Description

The B50E Upright Drill Press features a robust 4.0 HP motor capable of operating at either 230 or 460 volts in a three-phase setup, delivering a maximum spindle speed of 1,400 RPM. It includes a nine-step gear head drive gearbox, with spindle speeds ranging from 66 to 1,255 RPM, controlled via shift levers located conveniently on the drill face. The spindle uses a 4MT taper with a quill diameter of 3.46 inches and a drill depth (spindle travel) of 9.06 inches, enabled by an electromagnetic clutch quill feed system that allows six feed rate options from 0.0039 to 0.0236 inches per revolution. Its drilling capacity reaches up to 1.97 inches in mild steel and 2.36 inches in cast iron. The adjustable rotating work table and 15.74-inch column-to-spindle-center distance provide flexibility for various machining tasks. Constructed with hardened and ground steel gears, the gearbox is lubricated automatically for durability and efficiency. For safety, the machine includes an emergency stop (E-stop) switch. The drill press dimensions are 22 by 38 by 97.4 inches (WxDxH), with a machine weight of 1,587 lbs and shipping weight of 1,725 lbs. This model is designed for heavy industrial use, combining precision, power, and operational versatility suitable for demanding drilling applications in metals.