Heavy-duty tapered roller bearins support the spindle
Editorial Review:
18in. milling/drilling machine has a 1-pc. cast iron column for added support, extra-large work table, positive quick-stop knob and easy-to-read internal depth gauge. Belt cover has quick-slide latch for faster belt adjustment to change spindle speeds. Heavy-duty tapered roller bearings support spindle for greater tolerance and more accurate drilling depth. 42 1/2in.L x 39 3/4in.W x 43 1/2in.H overall
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Wood and Metal ... a great machine for both:
I've used this machine for over a year now. And I really like it. As a drill press for wood, it gives me very acurate and square holes. This is very important in my business where accuracy is key. I use a wooden table and fence that I use over the mill bed. I use it also to do light milling with aluminum. It does a satisfactory job with that. I'm happy with the results. I think that if I were to do only milling and I had to do complicated parts, this mill would not be enough. Running the table back and... more info
Jet milling machines:
Jet machines are quite functional.
A milling machine is the heart of a machine shop.
If this is your first milling machine, expect to spend and equal amount on the tooling you will need to make it work. A clamping kit, an assortment of end mills chucks and holders, a vice, a rotary table, an indexing head and more will all be required to round out the purchase.
Horesepower translates into speed of material removal. Bigger bits require greater power.
