PRAKASH P40AA UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

Technical Description

The PRAKASH P40AA Upright Drill Press is a heavy-duty, all-geared auto-feed pillar drilling machine engineered for precision and durability. It features a robust 1.5 HP motor running at 960 RPM and offers a spindle speed range of 70 to 1225 RPM across 9 speeds, controlled by a hardened NiCr steel gearbox in an oil bath for extended gear life and smooth operation. The machine can drill mild steel up to 1.57 inches and cast iron up to 1.77 inches, with a tapping capacity of 0.98 inches and a rough boring capability of 2.95 inches in mild steel. The spindle has a travel of 9.84 inches with an MT–4 taper and a RAM diameter of 3.07 inches, ensuring rigidity and stability during operation. Autofeed is adjustable between 0.002 and 0.0035 inches per revolution. The drill press accommodates workpieces with a maximum distance of 22.64 inches from spindle nose to table and 36.22 inches to the base, supported by a large rectangular work table measuring 17.72 by 17.91 inches. The 5.31-inch diameter column and gear-driven design maintain precision under load. The machine’s exterior measures 34.65 inches in length, 26.57 inches in width, and stands 82.68 inches high, suitable for workshop environments requiring versatile, reliable drilling performance in metalworking applications.