Bosch Home and Garden Bench Drill PBD 40 (710 W, Maximum Drilling Diameter In Steel/Wood: 13 mm/40 mm, Drilling Stroke 90 mm, In Carton Packaging)

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This pillar drill has an optimum drill stroke of 90mm which is actually 40mm more than some of the cheaper models on the market. Its maximum drilling diameter is 40mm in wood and 13mm in steel. The drilling depth is highly accurate thanks to the digital display, which means no more old-fashioned depth stop. You easily set and confirm how deep you want to go before activating the drilling process. I like the simple but practical parallel bar which is easy to move and has a flat upright which means you can clamp to it in addition to using the hold down clamp. In addition, high-quality gadgets and technology products tend to have better performance. This is particularly important for products that are used for tasks such as gaming, video editing, or graphic design. A high-quality BOSCH PBD 40 Bench Drill is likely to have better specs and features, which will translate into better performance and a better user experience. Our Best Pillar Drill review looks at a range of pillar drills, from models for starting DIYers through to drills for serious hobbyists and professionals. We list the pros and cons of each model and discuss their features. Our Buyer’s Guide highlights the issues to consider before making the leap and purchasing your pillar drill. The Clarke CDP5RB 5 Speed Bench Mounted Pillar Drill is an impressive piece of kit, perfect for the DIY enthusiast and hobbyist. The bright red colour catches your eye at first. This pillar drill has top-of-the-line features and high build quality. The model is powered by a powerful 350 watt motor that offers consistent energy as you drill through materials with ease.

Electronic speed control and torque setting for close control over how deep and how fast the drill goes. I was concerned about the size of the machine but there is plenty of clearance for drilling into even quite a large piece of timber if you wind the head up to the top. The base is made from cast iron so it is fairly heavy butdurable.To know how deep you want the drill to go, you can select between 0-50mm in depth. ProsDo you get upset when you’re drilling holes in your beautifully cut piece of DIY and your hand wobbles, making a hole go all askew? A pillar drill (aka a drill press) takes all the irritation and guesswork out of drilling holes in wood, metal and plastic. Replace your hand drill with a bench-mounted drill sitting atop a column on a steady base. There’s nothing to wobble and you control the depth of the hole, its angle, and how fast the drill bit goes through the material. It’s almost too easy to drill perfect holes with a pillar drill. The weight is just about manageable for me (over 50 female) to move around the workshop and I dont think it will prove too heavy and bow the work stand as it is a similar weight to the mitre saw. Firstly, high-quality gadgets and technology products tend to be more reliable. This means that they are less likely to break down or malfunction. When you’re relying on a product for an important task, such as work or communication, reliability is key. Investing in a high-quality BOSCH PBD 40 Bench Drill can give you peace of mind and help you avoid frustrating situations where your device fails you. Finally, thisunit comes with a two-year warranty for full peace of mind and is a bonus because most cheaper models only include a one-year guarantee. Pros The Sealey GDM120B Pillar Drill Bench is a serious pillar drill that is perfect for lighter industrial, agricultural, and woodworking applications. This heavyweight unit has a 350 Watt motor with an input power of 550 Watts. This is the motor performance level that the industry uses for smaller units like this one.

The reason I gave it a lower value for money is that it is quite noisy and I would have thought for the money this could be better. This Sealey GDM790BR comes with a tiltable table that is convenient when drilling angled holes as well as a radial arm that can travel 285mm to give you more flexibility. This pillar drill also features an active depth control mechanism and mouse taper mechanisms. All these features make working a bit more convenient. Pros Features wise the variable speed is excellent though you should note that you do not set the speed to a value rather it tells you what speed you have set, by turning the knob on the front, when you actually start it up. It is also very easy to work the depth feature. Another useful function for controlling the accuracy of the holes you drill is the depth stop. Before you start drilling, set this feature to the depth that you want the hole to be and the drill automatically stops at that depth. No more guessing when you’ve gone down deep enough!A pillar drill could be an essential component in your DIY toolbox if your projects involve making many holes in various materials. These power tools allow you to drill holes more accurately and precisely than with a handheld drill, and faster too. The models we reviewed range from budget-friendly models suitable for those just starting out in DIY or for occasional use, to models with all the features anyone, even professionals, could want. The Einhell feels reassuringly solid, but it’s hard to justify its scale-shattering weight in use. The base is sturdy, and the handles don’t feel flimsy, but its performance statistics aren’t that far above the Bosch. The Sealey GDM790BR Pillar Drill Bench is the only model we recommend for lighter industrial, agricultural, and woodworking applications. The top speed of the model is higher than the other models we review, and it has 16 different speed settings. This lets you accurately select the correct speed for the material you’re working with. The tiltable table moves 45°C left or right and has a depth stop to help you drill the holes as you want to.