Top 4 Industrial Drill Presses For Heavy-Duty Projects

Onix Machinery provides knowledgeable advice when it comes to purchasing your Baileigh industrial Drill Presses. Read about the top 4 drill presses on the market—below:

Drill press machines are most commonly used to bore holes in hard surfaces. These Drilling Machines usually come with a powerful motor, Variable Speed Control, Drilling and Tapping functions, a Work Table, a Work Light, and a Coolant system to keep your tools alive. High-tech drill presses are more complex to use but offer better functionality.

Drill press machines are one of the most utilized pieces of equipment in any workshop. Given their increasing demand, manufacturers have come up with a number of options that purchasers can choose from, with each choice having a set of benefits to offer. Here are some uses that drill press machines have consistently provided over time:

Drilling Holes: This is perhaps the most prominent and popular application of a drill press machine.

Deburring Holes: Holes are typically deburred after the drilling process is completed.

Hole Tapping: Threads inside the hole need to be cut sometimes. This can be completed using a drill press machine.

The most sold Baileigh Industrial Drill Presses are:

Baileigh DP-1000G Gear Driven Drill Press

Baileigh DP-1000G Gear Driven Drill Press

The Baileigh DP-1000G Gear Driven Drill Press has a 1.5 HP motor that requires 110 volts of power and will run in any fabrication or machine shop. Its maximum drilling capacity is up to 1” mild steel. The transmission offers multiple speeds (125, 420, 535, and 1740 rpm) for drilling and tapping an array of different materials. The sturdy 4″ diameter column reduces flexing to ensure accurate results, and you can easily adjust the gear head up or down on the column. It comes standard with a heavy cast iron base and adjustable table, a protective guard around the spindle for your safety, and a bright halogen work light and a coolant pump.

Baileigh DP-1200VS Variable Speed Drill Press

Baileigh DP-1200 VS Variable Speed Drill Press

The Baileigh DP-1200 VS Variable Speed Drill Press comes standard with a 2 HP motor that runs on just 220 volts of single-phase power. It tackles a maximum drilling capacity of 1-1/16” mild steel, and the heavy-duty spindle transfers power to the #3 Morse taper tooling. This Drill Press is equipped with Variable drilling speed, ranging from 10 to 2250 rpm, and lets you choose the right setting to suit your application. A bright, digital readout displays actual spindle rpm, ensuring precise results time after time. The wide column provides extra support and rigidity to reduce flexing even during the toughest drilling sessions. The table is made of a heavy iron casting to increase rigidity. The movable coolant system, with a magnetic fixture, sprays out where you need it to extend the drill bit and tap lifespan.
Baileigh DP-1375VS-110 Variable Speed Drill Press

Baileigh DP-1375VS-110V Variable Speed Drill Press

The Baileigh DP-1375VS-110V Variable Speed Drill Press comes with a standard 2 HP motor that runs on just 110-volt power so that you can plug it in anywhere. It tackles a maximum drilling capacity of 1-1/16” mild steel, and the heavy-duty spindle transfers power to the #3 Morse taper tooling beautifully. The variable drilling speed ranges from 120 to 2000 rpm, and it lets you choose the right setting to suit your application. It comes with a digital readout that displays actual spindle rpm, ensuring precise results time after time. It also features an auto-reversing tap function with up to 5/8” capacity. The coolant system, stored in the base, sprays out at the end of the spindle behind the splash and safety guard to extend the drill bit and tap lifespan.
Baileigh DP-1400VS Variable Speed Drill Press

Baileigh DP-1400VS Variable Speed Drill Press

The Baileigh DP-1400VS Variable Speed Drill Press has a 2 HP motor that runs on just 220 volts of single-phase power. This Drill Press tackles a maximum drilling capacity of 1.25” mild steel with a #3 Morse taper. The variable drilling speed, ranging from 80 to 2500 rpm, lets you choose the right setting to suit your application, and the digital readout displays actual spindle rpm, ensuring precise results every time. Finally, the coolant system, stored in the base, sprays out at the end of the spindle behind the splash and safety guard to extend the drill bit and tap lifespan.

In conclusion, if you are looking for a Gear Driven Drill Press that has tons of features and is priced right, choosing a Baileigh Industrial Drill Press supplied by Onix Machinery is the way to go.