Capacities
The combination of an 18” swing, the large vertical capacity and the expandable table make working with large pieces easy and safe on the PM2800 Drill Press.
POWERMATIC PM2800 18” Variable Speed Drill Press
The POWERMATIC 18" Drill Press has been designed from the ground up to exceed the norm in modern drill presses. Everything from our shadow- busting dual LED work lights to the dual laser guide system, one-handle variable speed, expandable work table and class-leading horsepower make the POWERMATIC PM2800 18" Drill Press exceptionally capable and user friendly.
The extensive use of high-end iron castings and heavy-duty steel components make the POWERMATIC 18" Drill Press as durable as it is versatile. The 3 1/8”-diameter steel column, over-sized quill and cast iron table system provide the rigidity that makes this an exceptionally accurate and repeatable drill press. The all cast iron 11 7/8” by 19 5/8” base contributes to that stability and the vibration-dampening287-pound overall weight. In addition, the base comes with holes in each corner for securing the POWERMATIC 18" Drill Press to a suitable floor. It also has a pair of slots in the machined center section for attaching work holding devices.
The PM2800 18” Drill
Press has all of the
capacity and features
you need in a solid
accurate, value-laden
package.
The 68”-tall by 31.5”-deep and 23.5”-wide overall dimensions are the result of design criteria specifying capacities that make the POWERMATIC PM2800 18" Drill Press an exceptionally useful and versatile machine. In addition to the full 18” swing, the POWERMATIC 18" Drill Press has a chuck to base clearance of 46” and a maximum chuck to table capacity of 30”!
The combination of class-leading power, capacities and a unique blend of user friendly features make the POWERMATIC 18" Drill
Press a machine that easily and accurately handles your drilling needs.
Power Controlled
The POWERMATIC 18" Drill Press is powered by a heavy-duty 1HP, 1Ph, 115/230V, 15/8-amp, TEFC (totally enclosed fan cooled) motor to be sure you have plenty of power for the tough jobs. The motor, rated using a continuous duty cycle rather than the “peak” or “max developed” formulas, is the most powerful in this class. The motor comes pre-wired for 115V power but can be converted to use 230V.
The full 1 HP motor (left) and control panel (right) make
controlling the PM2800 for your job easy. The green pilot light in the center of the red pull On, push Off button is an indication that the PM2800 is connected to electrical current.
