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Default Drill Press For Metal Work Versus Wood Work


"Richard J Kinch" wrote in message
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Ed Huntress writes:

A drill press that will cover the appropriate speeds for both is a not
very common.


My Delta woodworking drill press goes down to 250 rpm. Home Depot item
from about 1996, with a 3-pulley system and 1720 rpm motor.


You've got the rpm covered. How does it do in thick stainless with a 0.25"
bit?

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Ed Huntress