Drilling a straight hole with a regular power drill is not fun. Drilling a lot of straight holes with a regular power drill is even less fun. You'll never realize how much you want or need a drill press until you've got one. This one is pretty basic but it does the job and I wish I had bought it years ago.
Things I don't like about it...
- The top cover on mine doesn't shut.
- The return spring on the handle is insanely strong and will hurt your fingers if you accidentally let go of it.
- The locking lever on the table is hard to adjust while holding the table in place at the same time.
- I wish it came with a bigger table and/or a bigger center hole, or even inserts. WEN sells a universal one but it costs half as much as this drill press itself.
Things I would suggest you do if you buy it...
- Bolt it to a work bench.
- Get a flat piece of wood to use as a sacrificial table and secure it to the drill press.
- Get a set of center drills if you are going to use twist bits.
Last note but not about the drill press itself, this thing is easily the messiest tool in my garage right now. The chips made from forstner bits are huge and they get everywhere and leave you wondering how they all got into the hole you just made.
| Brand | WEN |
|---|---|
| Power Source | AC |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 3140 RPM |
| Voltage | 1.1E+2 Volts (AC) |
| Amperage | 2.3 Amps |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 13 Millimeters |
| Color | Black/Orange |
| Included Components | 2.3-Amp 8-Inch 5-Speed Benchtop Drill Press |
| Special Feature | 360-Degree Swivel, Chuck Key Storage, Lockout Power Switch |
| Product Dimensions | 22.9"L x 7.5"W x 11"H |
| Number of Speeds | 5 |
| Speed | 3140 RPM |
| Item Weight | 34.2 Pounds |
| Drill Type | Drill Press |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| UPC | 044459420804 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00044459420804, 39710525095970 |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 4 Inches |
| Manufacturer | WEN |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.5 Inches |
| Part Number | 4208T |
| Item Weight | 34.2 pounds |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | 4208T |
| Size | 2.3-Amp, 8-Inch |
| Style | 2.3-Amp, 8-Inch Drill Press |
| Pattern | Drill Press |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | 360-Degree Swivel, Chuck Key Storage, Lockout Power Switch |
| Batteries Required? | No |
