SHOP FOX W1670 UPRIGHT DRILL PRESS

Technical Description

The Shop Fox W1670 Upright Drill Press is a versatile floor radial drill press featuring a powerful 1/2 HP, 110V single-phase motor operating at 5A. It offers a maximum swing of 34 inches, allowing drilling into large diameter workpieces. The unit provides five speeds ranging from 550 to 3,470 RPM, controlled via a precise spindle with 3-1/4 inches of travel. Its drill chuck is a keyed JT33 type with a 5/8 inch capacity, supporting bits up to 16 mm in diameter. The 12-1/4 inch diameter precision-ground cast iron table can rotate a full 360 degrees and tilt 90 degrees left and right, accommodating a variety of angled drilling applications, while the head tilts 45 degrees left and 90 degrees right. The press has a drilling capacity of 1/2 inch diameter in both wood and metal, suitable for typical workshop tasks. Additional features include a horizontal sliding headstock for extended reach and rack-and-pinion elevation controls for smooth, accurate table height adjustment. The overall height is 64-1/2 inches and the machine weighs approximately 147–157 lbs depending on the source, ensuring a stable and robust setup. Finished in black, silver, and white enamel, it combines functionality with durability for metalworking, woodworking, and general-purpose drilling operations.