OPTIMUM B 16 H UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

Technical Description

The OPTIMUM B 16 H Upright Drill Press is a robust industrial-grade bench drill designed for precise metalworking tasks. It features a 0.74 HP (550 W) electric motor powered by a 400 V, 50 Hz supply, delivering a speed range from 450 to 3,500 RPM across 5 gears, allowing versatile operation for various drilling needs. The drill press offers a 14.57-inch (370 mm) swing and a quill stroke of 2.56 inches (65 mm), enabling efficient drilling depths. Its spindle uses a Morse Taper 2 (MT2) chuck with guaranteed run-out accuracy better than 0.015 mm, ensuring precision. The machine is built on a 2.36-inch (60 mm) diameter stable cast iron column supporting an adjustable, precisely machined drill table that rotates 360°, with diagonal T-slots for flexible positioning and clamping of workpieces. The drill table workspace measures approximately 9.06 by 9.65 inches (230 x 245 mm), while the machine base workspace is about 7.87 by 9.45 inches (200 x 240 mm), providing ample area for various materials. The base is ribbed and features T-grooves for secure mounting. Designed for steel drilling (S235JR), the machine can drill up to 0.51 inches (13 mm) in steel with intermittent operation and 0.43 inches (11 mm) in continuous duty. The drill press weighs 143.3 lbs (65 kg), with compact dimensions (about 21.6 inches length, 11.8 inches width, and 33.4 inches height), making it suitable for workshop benches. Safety is enhanced with an emergency stop switch, V-belt cover with safety switch, and an adjustable protective shield. The lever includes ergonomic soft-grip handles for user comfort and control during operation.