Description
Remember when power tools were actually powerful? WEN’s 12 in. Variable Speed Drill Press is a powerhouse for your shop. This bench-top, cast iron drill press has the power to drill through metal, wood and other materials. Max drill capacity is 5/8 in. and 1 in. thick cast iron. The variable speed feature allows you to target in the exact speed (infinitely from 580-3200 RPM) that works for your project. While you are working you simply move a lever and adjust the speed as needed without touching any pulleys or belts. A digital readout powered by LED lights displays the running speed. Rigid frame cast iron construction ensures accurate holes and prevents wobbling and walking during operation. Our powerful induction motor features ball bearings for an extended life and smooth and balanced performance even at high speeds. The 5/8 in. chuck with MT2 spindle taper gives you versatility with a variety of bits and features on-board chuck key storage, so you never have to hunt around for it. Worktable bevels 45 degree left and right for those tricky operations for the perfect right angles. Base has predrilled holes for mounting onto a bench or work stand. Slotted table allows for mounting clamps and vises for effective mounting. The X-pattern laser locks-on to your drill points saving on guesswork and sparing expensive materials. Remember when you could drill with laser precision? Remember WEN.
- Includes drill press, mechanical variable speed, laser, table roller extension, 5/8 in. keyed chuck and key, light, tools for assembly
- LED read out displays speed while the onboard light illuminates your workpiece
- Spindle travel of 3-1/8 in. with easy to read, locking linear depth stop for repeatable drilling operations
- Durable 2/3 HP induction motor develops ample torque and power
- 9-1/2 in. x 9-1/2 in. cast iron worktable features rack and pinion height adjustment
- Laser target your drilling operation marked with an X-pattern display
Specifications
- Magnetic: No
- Maximum Speed (rpm): 3200
- Spindle Travel: 3.125
- Chuck Capacity: 5/8 In.
- Chuck Key Storage: Yes
- Tools Product Type: Power Tool
- Amperage (amps): 4.8
- Minimum speed (rpm): 580
- 360- Degree Swivel: No
- Work Light: Yes
- Color Family: Yellow
- Condition: New
- Number of Speeds: 20
- Bench & Stationary Tool Type: Drill Press
- Built-In Light: Yes
- Portability: Bench
- Cord Length (ft.): 9.8
- Voltage (volts): 120
- Lockout Power Switch: Yes
- Product Weight (lb.): 89
- Product Height (in.): 37
- Product Depth (in.): 17
- Product Width (in.): 13.5
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Additional information
| Weight | 95 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 29 × 11 in |
| Model | 4214 |
| UPC | 044459042143 |
Reviews (71)
71 reviews for WEN 12 in. Variable Speed Drill Press
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Assembly was easy and simple. It will do for my needs, but the motor could use more power. When I first tried it at high speed, the motor would slow down so much that the start winding would be energized. This would enable the motor to speed up to where the start winding would automatically switch out. Then the motor would slow down again. Up and down, up and down. And this was without any drilling. It seems to be doing better now – – I don’t ordinarily drill at high speeds anyway. At lower speeds it drilled large holes in a 2×4 with ease. I am pleased to find that there is no slop in the quill; that was one of my concerns before buying. I like the roomy table and find it easy to position to where I want it. The laser crosshairs are accurate, and I like the built-in light. The assembly instructions tell how to removed the chuck, and these instructions seemed to me to be part of the assembly procedure. But they are for some future time when you might need to removed the chuck. The chuck can handle a small drill bit: 1/16 inch. Delivery was prompt, but as usual the tracking was wrong. One message said it would be delivered on Thanksgiving Day. Not.
October 24, 2022Verified Purchase -
Easy assembly and set up. Had a problem with one of the lasers but called service and they promptly sent a replacement. Overall good value!
October 19, 2022Verified Purchase -
Does not seem very well balanced, lot of vibration when running
October 18, 2022Verified Purchase -
This drill press was exactly what I was looking for, I am mainly using it for wood based products. I am using all size drill bits and have not had any issues as to date, ranging from small all the way up to 2 1/2 inch forstner bits. This is my first drill press, so I do not have any past examples to compare to, but the drill press table even when hand tightened from the back may sway from side to side if pushed.
September 18, 2022Verified Purchase -
very well made everything works perfectly it was easy to put together and the perfect size, the only downside is it’s a little noisier than I would have expected for a brand new drill press
September 16, 2022Verified Purchase -
Works great. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a drill press. I love the light and laser that shows exactly where you are drilling. I am very happy with with this purchase.
September 9, 2022Verified Purchase -
So far I am very happy with Wen 12″ VS drill press. I am using it right now for drilling rocks using a diamond bit. It has good power and the Variable speed is nice to have and works well. It was easy to assemble so t/hat was nice too. It does seem to have a little bit of runout at the chuck but I have not tried to adjust it yet. When I get a chance I will have to see if I can adjust that out but for what I am doing with it now it’s not a big deal. I also like the laser sights and the work light on it. All in all for the price point I am happy with the unit.
September 4, 2022Verified Purchase -
Well packed, runs smoothly good value.
August 20, 2022Verified Purchase -
Great bench top drill for the price. No issues and runs great.
August 9, 2022Verified Purchase -
The drill was easy to assemble and performed well.
August 8, 2022Verified Purchase
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