Buy Delta 18-900L 18-Inch Laser Drill PressDelta 18-900L 18-Inch Laser Drill Press Product Description:
- Auto-tensioning belt drive system allows for fast and easy speed changes while maximizing transmission efficiency
- Full 6-inch quill stroke for deeper drilling applications and best-in-class capacity
- Micro-adjustable depth stops and independent depth scale allows the user to zero the scale and set up for repetitive drilling quickly and easily
- Fully adjustable TWINLASER projects a bright red crosshair on the work piece at the point of bit contact
- Backed by a five-year warranty
Product Description
Includes 18-in Laser Drill Press - 18-900L
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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful.
By Stephen R. Smith
This is my first drill press that I've added to my well equipped wood shop. It was easy to set up. I was able to carry the base, shaft and table by myself. A buddy helped me carry the head to my basement shop. I had it running within minutes. It does not come with a fence. So I ordered the Delta 18-901 24-in Biesemeyer Drill Press Fence The laser was spot on. It also comes with a light that mounts on the left side. When the light is on the laser is very difficult to see. Not a big deal but worth noting.I really like the 6" quill travel. It runs super smooth. Changing speeds is fast. Pop the lid open, push the handle which losens the tension on the belt, and move the belt then move the handle back. There is a chart glued to the bottom of the lid. Pick the type and size of bit along with the material and you have your needed speed. There is a spot on the right side of the head to put the key chuck. Which helps guys like me who are bad about misplacing tools. I am really impressed by the spindle nuts. They have a side button which allows them to quickly move without turning. Not new to those more knowledgeable about DP's but a nice for me. Machine operates quietly and looks great in my shop with the mobile base HTC HTC2000 Universal Mobile Base Delta supplied all the necessary hex wrenches necessary for assembly.So far the only problem I've had was the left over locknut after finishing the build. It is around 1/4". ??? Great machine that is probably more than I need. Just don't tell my wife!!
34 of 37 people found the following review helpful.
By Bobby Stanley
I looked at large drill presses for over a year before deciding on this model. I was looking at the other Delta drill press that never went into production. I compared this machine to the Powermatic model for about a month every time I went to my local Woodcraft store. I like things about both machines. I decided to go with the Delta model because it tilts forward, has very little vibration if any, 6 inch quill stroke, and super easy clamping ability. I like the keyed chuck on this model it ensures a good grip on the bit. I waited awhile before writing this review so I could do justice to the review. I prefer this model even though it isn't instant variable speed, however, it takes only one minute to change the belt speed and there is no run out on the bit. Read all the descriptions on both machines. I honestly love this machine and am very proud to own it and recommend it to my fellow woodworkers out there.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful.
By A. DuBeau
First I would like to say I was very impressed and Pleased with the free shipping... Delivered into my garage did not need unloaded it..I purchased this to replace my 12" bench top Ryobi drill press... It serverd me well for the time I had and it was time to move up to a much larger drill press...The fir and finsih of this drill is very nice and the assembly instructions were pretty easy to follow.... It took me about 30 minutes to assembly - attaching the drill head to the post requires two people... once I had it together I test spindle run out it was .001, played with the belt changing have to say it was pretty easy and not much fuss to it....The 6" quill stroke is nice and I drilled a few holes up to 1 3/8th with out any issues in QSWO....The work lamp is a great touch and the lasers required a little adjusting. Over all I am very happy with my purchase.....I had to decide between the Delta 18-900L and the PM 2800... I was fortunate enogh that the Local Rockler had both Drill Presses so I could compare one another.. I felt the Delta was a higher quality tool along woth this and the mixed reviews that the PM2800 was getting made me decide the Delta was the best way to go....Over all I am very happy with my purchase.....
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