POWERMATIC PM2800B - 1792800B UPRIGHT DRILL PRESSES

Technical Description

The Powermatic PM2800B Upright Drill Press features an 18-inch swing and is powered by a robust 1 horsepower, single-phase 115/230V Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) motor delivering maximum torque. It offers a mechanical variable speed control ranging from 250 to 3,000 RPM, allowing precise spindle speed adjustments without belt changes. The drill press has a spindle travel of 6 inches and a quill diameter of 2.6 inches with a single handle completing one revolution for full quill travel. The spindle uses an MT-2/JT-3 taper and accommodates a 5/8-inch keyed chuck. Maximum spindle distance to the table is 27-3/8 inches, with a base to spindle distance of 46-1/4 inches and chuck distance to table at 24-1/2 inches. The work table measures 10 by 12 inches with an adjustable fence system for rapid and accurate stock alignment, and the base dimensions are 13-1/2 by 20-1/2 inches. The drill press stands 71 inches tall, with a net weight of 246 pounds and a gross shipping weight of 266 pounds. Additional features include twin LED lights to eliminate shadows, laser guides for pinpoint drill accuracy, reversible handles, and a front-mounted digital RPM readout. The solid column diameter of 3-1/8 inches ensures structural rigidity. The PM2800B is designed for ease of use and durability, backed by a 5-year warranty, making it suitable for woodworking and metalworking applications requiring precision and power.