Floor-standing column drill presses
Floor-standing column drill presses
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Pillar drills are robust and precise machines that are particularly suitable for drilling work in industrial areas. In this design, the clamping surface is fixed and the drill carriage with spindle moves on a drill carriage guide. As these machines have often been replaced by the Column drill presses design and unfortunately the term Columndrill presses is not clearly defined by Manufacturers and dealers, the termColumn drill presses has also become established for Column drill presses with a base. Column drilling machines with a pedestal are characterised by a drill press table that can be adjusted in height and, if necessary, Angle as well as swivelled.
The robust design of the Column drill presses with pedestal ensures that the machine works with low vibration even during intensive use and also has a high level of stability for complex tasks. Column drill presses with a base (pillar drill) can be used to drill precise vertical holes in materials such as wood, plastic or metal.
Main areas of application and advantages of Column drill presses (Column drill presses)
Column drilling machines are particularly suitable for use where high precision is required. They relieve the user of the need to manually guide the drill, making drilling more efficient and accurate. This means that not only individual, precise holes, but also series drilling can be carried out more accurately. The built-in depth stop ensures that the drilling depth can be set precisely to prevent drilling through the material or to produce blind holes. Some models also offer the option of tilting the table, and the Speed setting is also an important point that must be selected to suit the Material (e.g. metal or wood) and Size of the drill bit as well as the drilling depth (mm). Column drills can cover different Speed ranges by changing the belt or achieve precise values to suit the drill bit by means of infinitely variable Speed control.
Differentiation between Column drill presses with stand (pillar drill presses) and Pillar drilling machines bench drills
Column drilling machine:
This term generally refers to larger, stationary drills that are mounted on a stable stand or base. Column drills are usually firmly attached to their base. They are mainly used in workshops and are particularly suitable for larger, more demanding drilling jobs.
Pillar drilling machines bench drills:
The wordtable in Pillar drilling machines bench drills actually refers to Column drill presses with a drill table. This means that any column drill presses with a drill table would be a bench drill. However, the term Column drill presses has become established for column drill presses with a lower working height that are operated on a raised working position (a table or workbench). Pillar drilling machines bench drills are particularly popular in workshops and hobby rooms due to their compact design and light weight. They can differ in terms of working height (mm) and throat depth (mm) as well as performance (watts). At DICTUM, you will always find a Pillar drilling machines bench drills version with the same Engine power.
Important purchase criteria for a pillar drill
When purchasing a pillar drill, there are several key features that should be considered to ensure that the drill meets the respective requirements:
- Performance: high performance (watts) is particularly important when it comes to working on harder materials such as Steel or metal.
- Max. Drill diameter: This indicates the maximum diameter of the drill bits that can be drilled in a particular Material, such as Steel.
- Speed control: A variably adjustable speed enables adaptation to different materials and ensures high precision during processing.
- Stability and safety: A stable design, supplemented by safety guards, emergency stop and safety switch, ensures safe operation and reduces the risk of accidents.
Drill chucks for pillar drills
Drill chucks are important components of pillar drills and play a crucial role in the secure fastening of the Drilling tools. There are two main types of drill chucks that are frequently used: spider chucks and quick-action chucks, both in combination with an MK holder (Morse taper e.g. MK2) to the spindle.
Thering gear chuck is a classic and proven solution that impresses with its robust design. It is operated with a special clamping spanner, which enables the drill bit to be clamped securely and firmly. This variant is ideal for use where high clamping forces are required, for example for Centre bores in metal or other hard materials.
Thequick-release chuck, on the other hand , offers more convenient handling as the drill bit can be clamped without tools. The drill bit can be changed quickly and easily by simply turning the chuck. This variant is particularly suitable for work that requires frequent tool changes and saves valuable time. Despite the simpler operation, a quick-action chuck ensures that the drill bit is securely and stably fastened.
Both Drill chuck types are usually equipped with anMK holder, which ensures simple and precise fastening to the drill spindle cone. The MK holder is available in different sizes so that it can be adapted to different machines and uses. At DICTUM, we stock quick-action chucks with MK2 or MK3 holders.
Accessories for pillar drills
The functionality of a pillar drill can be expanded with various accessories. Drill clamps or screw clamps or lever clamps ensure precise fixing of the workpiece and optimise the accuracy of the Centre bores. In addition, many models are equipped or can be retrofitted with a cross line laser, which enables precise alignment of the workpiece by projecting a precise crosshair.
To summarise, pillar drills are practical tools for anyone who requires high precision and repeatability in drilling work. Whether in the workshop or in industrial production, they offer an excellent combination of flexibility, performance and accuracy for a wide range of uses. At DICTUM, you will find pillar drilling machines and bench drills in various sizes and performance classes. We will be happy to advise you on our range over the phone or on site.
