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Powermatic 18-Inch Floor Drill Press, Variable Speed, 1 HP, 1Ph 115/230V (PM2800B)

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Brand Powermatic
Power Source Corded Electric
Maximum Rotational Speed 3000 RPM
Voltage 115 Volts
Amperage 20 Amps

About this item

  • Infinitely variable speed (250 to 3,000 RPM) with no belt changes
  • Laser guides provide an accurate indication for tool point
  • Oversized cast iron base for added stability
  • Reversible handles can be mounted on either side of the machine
  • Adjustable fence system provides a perfect 90-degree relationship to the table
  • Two independently-adjustable LED work lights eliminates shadows
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Easy to use
4.1 4.1
Accuracy
4.1 4.1
Value for money
3.6 3.6

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Accuracy
4.1
4.5
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4.3
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Value for money
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4.5
4.4
4.5
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power source
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
AC
AC
speed
3000 rpm
3200 rpm
2800 rpm
3140 rpm
3100 rpm
voltage
115 volts
120 volts
120 volts
maximum chuck size
0.62 inches
0.62 inches
0.5 inches
13 millimeters
amperage
20 amps
6.2 amps
6.2 amps
2.3 amps
5 amps
weight
246 pounds
86.5 pounds
46.65 pounds
34.2 pounds
57 pounds

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Powermatic PM2800B Drill Press
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Product Description

At Powermatic, we have a woodworker’s intuition which drives our design process. We look for every opportunity to raise the workshop experience to new levels of performance and functionality. So when we set out to redefine what it means to use a Powermatic Drill Press, we wanted it to be as easy and as intuitive as possible; to allow you to focus your creative energy on the tasks that make woodworking so rewarding. The PM2800B is the culmination of our efforts. The PM2800B brings simplicity to your shop. An ease of use that is truly unique. A level of mechanical elegance that you'll only find in a Powermatic. As with every product Powermatic builds, the PM2800B pushes the limits of design, innovation, and durability.

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Bulb Voltage

115 volts

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
79 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, speed and build quality of the drill press. They mention it's a well-designed machine, with a variable speed and easy-to-use speed control. They're also impressed with the performance, saying it functions perfectly straight from the box. Customers also appreciate the lighting. However, some complain about the durability and weight, while others are mixed on ease of assembly.

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17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tool. They mention it's a well-designed machine, with plenty of power. Some appreciate the large table and the fence. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...The large table is nice and the fence excellent...." Read more

"...Pro: variable speed, 6 inch quill travel. Looks cool. Light is bright" Read more

"Great press for whatever your using it for." Read more

"...Overall a well-designed machine that I am happy to own." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers like the speed of the tool. They mention it's quiet, has a smooth operation, and is well built. Some appreciate the variable speed and the ease of changing speeds. The speed control is easy to use and is a huge time saver.

"...The speed adjustment is so much easier than changing belts that I actually do change speeds...." Read more

"...The speed control is so easy to use that I now understand how deficient I was with my old unit in changing speeds, the result is better holes and..." Read more

"...I bought this for the speed changes which works great. I reluctantly cut six inches off the top to be able to reach the crank. Worked out though...." Read more

"...Pro: variable speed, 6 inch quill travel. Looks cool. Light is bright" Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the tool. They mention that it is well-built, has an impressive quality of engineering, and is a heavy duty drill press.

"This drill press says QUALITY in workmanship and design...." Read more

"...They always seem to be cheaply made but this one is surprisingly high quality. Only downside is the price but that's powermatic..." Read more

"...This is a heavy duty drill press. Assembly is straight forward. Be warned that the head/motor is very heavy, and will take 2 people to lift in place...." Read more

"...Ease of changing speeds.- Smooth.- Well Built.- Integrated lightWhat I would like to see improve or added feature:..." Read more

8 customers mention6 positive2 negative

Customers are impressed with the performance of the tool. They say it works great, functions perfectly straight from the box, and appreciate the improvements over the previous model.

"...Perhaps I got a bad chuck. That said, the machine runs well, and the ability to quickly adjust speeds without removing the top cover and adjusting..." Read more

"...Started it up and it runs great have used it for about 5 hours and it is working properly.Thank you Powermatic for the replacement." Read more

"...What a fantastic machine. functions perfectly straight from the box. The improvements over the previous model are great and well appreciated." Read more

"Set up was straightforward, works as billed, all the features are a great upgrade from my old standard unit...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the lighting of the tool. They mention that the two work lights are perfect with no shadows, and the laser cross works with pin point accuracy.

"...The two work lights are perfect with no shadows and the laser cross works with pin point accuracy...." Read more

"...Bright LEDs and a very powerful motor. The chuck is also easy to use. the table and fence are very sturdy ...." Read more

"...Pro: variable speed, 6 inch quill travel. Looks cool. Light is bright" Read more

"...Ease of changing speeds.- Smooth.- Well Built.- Integrated lightWhat I would like to see improve or added feature:..." Read more

9 customers mention6 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of assembly of the tools. Some mention it's easy to assemble, with the adjustable fence and quick release toggles making setup and use easy. However, others say it'd be unsafe to erect by yourself without any help, and the parts used in assembly are not better than any other Chinese made cheap drill.

"...The rest goes together easily although I would recommend waiting until later do have a couple beers. The large table is nice and the fence excellent...." Read more

"...this is a really heavy machine, it's not safe to assemble yourself without any help.Con: quality could be higher...." Read more

"...Worked out though. This was an easy assemble. Especially for me but I had two friends to lift while I lined it up to drop the head over the shaft...." Read more

"...I like the adjustable fence; the quick release toggles make setup and use easy...." Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the tool. They mention that the chuck constantly falls out, the arbor falls out and the bits wobble. They also say that the depth stops do not hold and the Chuck jaws froze up and refused to budge.

"...It deflects with the slightest bump. The chuck constantly falls out. The depth stop slides up with every pass...." Read more

"...developed after only a few hours use: the chuck jaws froze up and refused to budge...." Read more

"...Number one the Depth stops do not work it’s a great idea but they do not hold so it is easy to push through them...." Read more

"...The Reeves drive seized within months of use, depths stops don't hold, run out on chuck, etc...." Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the tools. They mention it's very heavy and needs a hoist or fork lift to assemble.

"...It arrived quickly and was quite heavy, required three of us to get it out of my truck. I attempted initially to assemble it myself. Bad choice...." Read more

"...They said the head was very heavy. The 6 inch crank distance is really nice to have along with the bottom and top stoppers...." Read more

"...This one popped out, and seemed promissing. this is a really heavy machine, it's not safe to assemble yourself without any help...." Read more

"...Assembly is straight forward. Be warned that the head/motor is very heavy, and will take 2 people to lift in place. Plenty of youtube videos...." Read more

Sturdy machine with plenty of power
4 Stars
Sturdy machine with plenty of power
This is a great drill press with plenty of power. In addition ot the fact that I like the Powermatic brand, I purchased this particular version due to the ability to change speed without adjusting a belt. To test this drill press out, I used a 2 1/2" forstner bit and drilled through 3" thick hard maple with no issues. The fence, connected to machined tracks in the table is a nice feature as well. The only thing I do not like is the laser sight. Powermatic blew it on this design. In my opinion, it is totally useless. I can lightly tap the cover over each laser mechanism and the line jumps 1/4" to 1/2" from where it was. I think Powermatic needs to redesign this feature and provide retrofits to those who have purchased this feature. That's why I gave it 4 vs. 5 stars.You will definitely want a second pair of hands, but if you are in a rush like I was, here is a trick: Attach the column to the base and then cut away the edge of the styrofoam around the base of the motor assembly. Lay the base/column on it's side and engage into the housing and TIGHTEN it!!! The, use a chain host to slowly lift the unit into the upright position (see attached picture)
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