OPTIMUM B 34 H UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

The OPTIMUM B 34 H Upright Drill Press features a robust 2.95 HP industrial electric motor delivering up to 4,800 RPM, enabling efficient drilling in mild steel up to 1.34 inches in diameter. It offers a substantial 40.4-inch swing and an 11.0-inch throat depth, accommodating large workpieces with ease. The machine's precision is ensured by a spindle equipped with precision ball bearings and a spindle taper of MK3. The drill table, measuring 13.8 by 13.0 inches, is precisely machined with diagonal T-slots and includes a circumferential cooling water channel; it rotates 360° for versatile positioning. The column diameter is 4.5 inches providing stability to the casting column. Designed for user safety and convenience, the drill press includes a large, height-adjustable protective screen with an integrated safety switch, an emergency stop impact switch, and a V-belt cover with safety interlock. The drive system uses an efficient belt drive with ground multi-tooth drives and aluminum pulleys paired with high-quality toothed V-belts for smooth power transmission. Additional features include a digital depth gauge and speed display for accurate control, along with forward/reverse operation and easy tool changes via an integrated expeller. The machine’s dimensions are 36.2 inches long, 23.0 inches wide, and 74.6 inches high, with a weight of approximately 604 lbs, ensuring a solid, stable base suitable for industrial workshop environments. The base plate is substantial and strongly ribbed for durability, and the drill table can be swung away to use the base plate as a work surface for tall workpieces.