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Drilling
Drilling
Drilling with a drill press is if properly set up and done, the easiest way to drill a hole in metal. The drill press is also known as a pillar drill or a pedestal drill. The drill press is only every used for drilling holes as they are designed to work in the vertical direction only.
The drill press utilizes a Jacobs Chuck to hold onto the drill bit. It is a three-jaw chuck that uses a key to open or close the jaws.
It is important to only ever clamp down on the shank of a drill bit when securing it in a Jacobs Chuck.
Different ways of securing your work on a drill press is with either slot clamps or a machine/drill vice.
The safety around a drill press is very basic. Always clamp and secure your work. Always wear safety glasses. Use cutting oil for thick metal drilling. Always keep the drill press clean. Familiarize yourself with the hazard sheet below.
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