Drill Presses

Drill-press shelf holds parts and catches wood chips

July 27, 2016

When using the drill press, I never have a good place to set aside multiple parts I am working on. So I made an adjustable shelf that mounts on the…
Sanding on the Drill Press

March 30, 2016

Custom-made sanding drums let you smooth any curve
Add a Handle to an Awkward Chuck Key

March 30, 2016

Because the chuck key is so small and short, releasing a bit from my drill press stresses my wrist and fingers more than anything else I do in the shop.…
Mirror Makes Belt Changes Easier

March 30, 2016

Some of my power tools require moving the drive belts by hand to change the speed. This is fine with me, except on some tools, like my lathe, I almost…
Drill Press Tips and Tricks

December 2, 2015

Do more with this tool by improving your basic setup and adding a few simple accessories
Cushioned Depth Stop for Drill Press

July 29, 2015

Most drill presses have a depth stop that uses two jam nuts on a threaded rod. This works fine, but it requires two wrenches to make adjustments. An easier and…
Tool Test: Drill Presses

July 29, 2015

Floor-standing models have more power, capacity, and convenience than benchtop models
Super-simple drill-press fence adjusts without tools

January 28, 2015

A fence and stop block come in handy when drilling identically placed holes in multiple pieces and securing your work safely. This simple drill-press fence works great. It’s made from…
Powermatic PM2800B Drill Press

October 24, 2013

Has a 1-hp motor, cast-rin table, and weighs in at around 250 lb.
Guide a Tap for Precise Threads

April 4, 2013

My latest woodworking project required several small brass parts that were drilled and tapped for threaded fasteners. I tried to cut nice straight threads in 1⁄8-in.-thick material, but I just…