Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #43300 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Delta
• Model: SM300
• Dimensions: 68.00 pounds

Amazon.com Product Description
Delta offers the SM300 Shopmaster Bench 10 inch drill press as a cost effective alternative for those in need of a large drill press without the high cost of a 12 inch press. Constructed with industry leading features, including a cast-iron tilting table with the ability to tilt up to 45 degrees for angled drilling, the SM300 offers innovative components and easy assembly for user convenience. Constructed with a standard three jaw, 1/2 inch capacity chuck which easily locks onto a range of drill press cutting tools. This convenient chuck works with bits with up to 1/2 inch shanks so even larger wood boring bits may be used. With five speeds ranging from 620 to 3,100 rpm, the SM300 induction motor provides enduring, flawless results while the swiveling mount for the motor keeps correct belt tension and executes speed changes. The tilting table also features slots designed for speedy clamping, mounting, and attaching various accessories. Other handy features include: a three spoke pilot wheel, an adjustable locking depth stop for precise measurements and constant drilling, rack and pinion raising mechanism for simple adjustments, and a removable on/off switch so unauthorized use is prevented.

From the Manufacturer
Delta SM300 Shopmaster Bench 1/4 Horsepower 10 Inch Drill Press

Customer Reviews

A solid 10" drill press for the money
This is my first drill press, so I did a little research before buying it. I was looking for a smaller press for precise work with stone beads and fine diamond bits. After realizing that smaller didn't mean cheaper I realized that this 10" machine would be good enough (small runout and a chuck that goes nearly to zero for holding small bits), and also allow me to do some small woodworking projects. Setup was very easy. The manual has good pictures and explanations at each step. Somehow figure 31 has the wrong picture behind the labels, but anyone who ever used a drill chuck shouldn't need figure 31 anyway. Bolts to hold the base down to your workbench are included, as are allen wrenches. The other tools you'll need to set it up are a soft mallet and an adjustable open-end (crescent) wrench or 12mm metric wrench for tightening the column to the base. You'll also need a 40W max. reflector bulb for the built-in lamp. Oh, and rags for cleaning oil from pretty much everything.

Operating this machine is as easy as any floor model you may remember from shop. I haven't tried tilting the table yet, but other controls are well marked and easy to understand including the depth stop. The motor runs quite smoothly and quietly, which is nice after using a portable variable-speed drill. I saw a review in Popular Mechanics that seemed to suggest the motor on this machine is underpowered, but from what I've tried so far there is no noticeable drag with up to 3/8" bits in hardwood even at the highest speed setting (which isn't recommended according to the speed chart included in the manual).

smooth operator
assembly was a snap it took longer to unpack than to assemble,easy instructions though wasn't necessary to even have them if you have ever had a drill press, I needed a smaller drill press for smaller items and this works just fine, my floor model gets a lot of dust now, the other one I was considering had a laser sight but I grew up eye-balling it and just kind of prefer doing the job myself that is part of the fun of the hobby is doing it your self . I have a laser chop saw and laser radial arm, but other than turning it on to see if it worked initially , the laser has not been on since. smooth operating piece of equipment my table was square and plumb right out of the package

GREAT ADDITION
Purchase was painless and had a large array of reviews to help in selection process. Assembly was simple with easy to follow instrustions. I did take the liberty of lubricating moving parts as assembly progressed. There is a Worm-Gear that is not easily accessed after assembly that should see grease. The Drill Press works very well and is better than expected for the price. Delta provides useful RPM Tables based on materials that saves alot of guess work and burnt bits. Don't expect to drill holes in Plate Steel all day but for a mostly part time mechanic this little Drill Press was a good addition.