DELTA 17-990X X5 3/4 Horsepower 16-1/2-Inch Variable Speed Drill Press
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Product Details
Manufacturer: DeltaModel: 17-990X
Accessories:
- Delta 17-939 Drill Press Utility Tray
- DELTA 17-922 9-Inch Drill Press Vise Clamp
- DELTA 20-619 6-Inch Drill Press Vise
- DELTA 20-622 4-Inch Drill Press Vise
- DELTA 17-921 6-Inch Drill Press Vise Clamp
Description of DELTA 17-990X X5 3/4 Horsepower 16-1/2-Inch Variable Speed Drill Press
Everything about this drill press says quality, whether you're a professional or a home do-it-yourselfer or woodworking hobbyist. To our delight, this model doesn't feature the belts and pulleys of the lesser machines; rather, there are two variable speed ranges?from 150 to 1100 rpm and 500 to 3200 rpm, suited to your material and bit size. The table is larger than those found on other brands with the same throat capacity, and bigger is always better where that's concerned. It rides extremely smoothly on a rack-and-pinion system that requires practically no effort. We like that the power switch is right on the front of the head, rather than on the side, for quick starts and stops. When we examined the 1/2-inch chuck, we found yet more quality in the Jacobs name. It runs like a dream with no play that we could discern, assuring a quality bore every time along its 6-inch stroke. It's hefty at 230 pounds, so there's no vibration whatsoever. Perfect for the cabinetmaker or exacting home woodworker.--Kris Jensen-Van HesteTools and Hardware Reviews of DELTA 17-990X X5 3/4 Horsepower 16-1/2-Inch Variable Speed Drill Press
Customer Review: Delta X5 variable speed drill press.
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this machine new a while back. Generally it is a very good machine. It has plenty of power and the variable speed controls work easily. The 6" stroke is very nice. The table is flat and true but the design leaves a little to be desired for a wood shop. The only way to really clean it is to blow it out with compressed air. I did not like the opened top. I immediately built a hinged cover for the top. In a wood shop a lot of dust would collect and probably cause problems at some point. The machine is quite noisy compared to most drill presses. The chuck is massive and looks good but I had trouble with it becoming very hard to adjust and had to clean and lubricate it frequently. I finally replaced the chuck with a good Jacobs chuck. Over all this machine is a nice addition to the shop.
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