Just wondering if you set the drill bit depth by lowering it until it touches the sacrificial base.
That should result in a small hole in the sacrificial base as indicated in the one you have in the video. Shouldn't doing this ensure that you never make a larger hole than what your base has in this video eliminating the need for spare bases ? Also would it be OK to just drill a hole right through the entire base with your largest bit - then you don't need sarificial bases ?
Another option would be the "Drill Press Extension Table with Fence" from Harbor Freight. Save a bunch of time and with the common 20% off coupon they always have, it'd be about the same price as buying the two small sheets of plywood, the bolts for securing the base and the fence, the screw knobs, etc.. minus the time it takes to make it. :)
I'm in the process of making one of these, and I thought of putting a track into the fence for adjustable stop blocks, so I was going to post a comment about that here, because I wanted to share my idea! Then I realized that MrTotalbadical already posted a comment about it. I'll post a pic somewhere once I have it complete so you can see it once it's done.
Nice table. I'm going to be making a few tables for a fathers day present. This will defiantly be one. But have you ever thought about putting a T slot in the fence to have slide-able stops?
my cheap hand-me-down Duracraft drill press lost its chuck screw. That is the screw that holds the chuck up against its spindle. THe screw is "left handed" and I can't find a replacement. I can't even find a tap and die set to make left handed screws. Any suggestions?
hi steve, i want a favour from you:-) would you be kind enough to show me how to make a simple home made drill press. i have checked several videos but none are simple to make , i shall be very gr8ful to you if u can. thanks
That is what I need for ,the one I have at home, I can see where it will help me out, I wish my wife dad had got one that would till, I would say more , but you would not have time for my BS, just saying thank you sir
Hey Steve, As a novice woodworker, I'm finding your videos extremely helpful, entertaining and most importantly...easy to follow. Thanks for your expert advice and useful information. Keep the vids coming. God Bless.
steve the reason that they don't make big tables on drill press tables is....castiron tables would drag the drillpress over. if you put a heavy cast iron table on the front combined with the weight of the head of the drill press...you would have to make the base of the drill press three or four times the size so that it wouldn't overbalance. That applies to both floor and table models...because there are not many people know who actually bolt thier drill presses down
Always use a sacrificial board on your platform to avoid having to replace it. Your bits should never touch the table. Just a note from shop practice.
Could you do a video on how to adjust the spindle return spring? I have a Delta 12 inch bench top drill press , very similar to yours, and the spindle will not stay up but falls back down to the work surface every time. Also show me how to get the handle cover off, so that I can get to the spring that I know is under neath there.
Very nicely done. I think I've seen t-slot cutters for routers, too. If you wanted to put t-slots on several tables, that might be easier, although your method is pretty elegant.
Very cool; thanks for sharing! You could have just used one board of wood for the base and used a dovetail bit to make the grooves; however, it might not work very well if you use plywood.
Also, it would be better to offset the part that you drill into to either side. This way you get more use out of each piece by reinserting it in the opposite direction when it waers down on one side.
It didn't come with mounting hardware, but all I had to do was pick up some hex bolts, washers and nuts, and then I was able to attach the vice to the table in whatever placement I choose. I don't know if you knew that or not, but I do believe that's why they have those small tables on drill presses. I don't think they have that big of tables on smaller drill presses (10", 12" or whatever) since they figure if you have on that size you'll only be using it for small projects.
Hey Steve, you made a comment in the video in regards to the stock table on the drill press.
I have a drill press myself, and although it does have a rectangular table, the table is small as well. It does have 4 slots though, shaped in an X pattern. What the drill press also came with is a small 2" vice. The vice has 4 slots on it, 2 on each side; one front, one back, and the 2 fronts parallel, as well as the 2 backs.
I like this video...you have come up with a novel way to cut a T slot...I have been using a T slot bit in my router but this is a far better way..the only time I will use my bit from now on is if I need a stopped T slot
yes you make the dadoes first thru 3/4 inch plywood, then glue 1/4 inch plywood on top, then cut a slot thru the 1/4 in plywood with the tablesaw to make your t-slot.
Hey Steve. I just stumbled upon your video when I was searching for "how to make a drill fence." This is a great idea and it can be made from some scrap wood I had laying around my shop. I'm glad I didn't buy one...I saved a lot money. Thanks a bunch!
Hey Steve, Love the vids. One question on this one. How do you bolt it down? are those T-nuts on the top of the table and a really well measured hex bolt. I imagine a 1 inch bolt and an embedded T-nut. Is that it?
@bsingin64 I should have showed that part. I used those little inset nuts (I'm not sure what they are called). They inset into the table from the top, under the thin plywood laminate and the bolts just screw into them from underneath.
@stevinmarin Can you maybe post a close up picture of what they look like? I really want to make this and can't get a good look at the nuts you talk about. thanks
You don't really have to worry about squaring the fence. Just slide it to where you want it and you're good to go. (It's different from a saw, where squaring is critical.)
nice place for good work
jetradialdrillpress 1 month ago
Nice one.
Supermachoo1 2 months ago
Just wondering if you set the drill bit depth by lowering it until it touches the sacrificial base.
That should result in a small hole in the sacrificial base as indicated in the one you have in the video. Shouldn't doing this ensure that you never make a larger hole than what your base has in this video eliminating the need for spare bases ? Also would it be OK to just drill a hole right through the entire base with your largest bit - then you don't need sarificial bases ?
SuperFruitsmoothies 2 months ago
how's that 3/4" plywood table holding up since it's almost two year old, has is warped at all? the table is good, but the gay music has to go.
odmcarp 3 months ago
nice drill press table you could also use the same desine for you band saw so you can split wood if needed to
censeless24 3 months ago
The intro swirl shot was AMAZING.
SubliminalKnowledge 3 months ago 2
@SubliminalKnowledge It's all expensive CGI.
stevinmarin 3 months ago 4
@stevinmarin suck
ethjedi 3 months ago
@ethjedi random word
stevinmarin 3 months ago 2
I built this table a couple of months ago and it works GREAT ! Thanks Master Mere Mortal a great tip. Great vid
gdevaux1 3 months ago
is a 120-Volt 10-Inch Drill Press big enough to do woodworking?
kirklanddavis 3 months ago
Cool table. I'm gonna attempt to make one. Ditch the Alanis Morrisette though.
YCreek 4 months ago
A little round table is made for metal work not wood. You can bolt down a vise or cross slide to drill metal in exact locations.
ralph5656 4 months ago
Another option would be the "Drill Press Extension Table with Fence" from Harbor Freight. Save a bunch of time and with the common 20% off coupon they always have, it'd be about the same price as buying the two small sheets of plywood, the bolts for securing the base and the fence, the screw knobs, etc.. minus the time it takes to make it. :)
00dahc 5 months ago
More coolness Steve, my ancient press could use one!
circledancer 6 months ago
Muy buenos tips, te felicito!
joseluisarmenta69 6 months ago
I'm in the process of making one of these, and I thought of putting a track into the fence for adjustable stop blocks, so I was going to post a comment about that here, because I wanted to share my idea! Then I realized that MrTotalbadical already posted a comment about it. I'll post a pic somewhere once I have it complete so you can see it once it's done.
larfsen 6 months ago
Nice table, very very good
urso3000 7 months ago
the song IRONIC
ATVmaniac50 7 months ago
hi,
damn, my first imprssion, Doc. House is talking to me.
these resemblance :-)
bluekolibri 8 months ago
Nice table. I'm going to be making a few tables for a fathers day present. This will defiantly be one. But have you ever thought about putting a T slot in the fence to have slide-able stops?
MrTotalybadical 8 months ago 2
@MrTotalybadical That is a great idea, in fact I may do that to mine.
stevinmarin 8 months ago
Love it! Thanks. I am going to make this table for my drill press.
unclelarry17 10 months ago
my cheap hand-me-down Duracraft drill press lost its chuck screw. That is the screw that holds the chuck up against its spindle. THe screw is "left handed" and I can't find a replacement. I can't even find a tap and die set to make left handed screws. Any suggestions?
SemiTall 10 months ago
@SemiTall Wow...that's a drag. All I can suggest is find a local machinist who can make it.
stevinmarin 10 months ago
Good video and description! It's nice that they build the tables with bolt slots to make your own table.
krcims 10 months ago
hi steve, i want a favour from you:-) would you be kind enough to show me how to make a simple home made drill press. i have checked several videos but none are simple to make , i shall be very gr8ful to you if u can. thanks
MultiTom1956 10 months ago
Nifty Idea. Good work again. Nice of you to share the how to and why, with us.
specialks1953 11 months ago
That is what I need for ,the one I have at home, I can see where it will help me out, I wish my wife dad had got one that would till, I would say more , but you would not have time for my BS, just saying thank you sir
thewooforfun 11 months ago
Hey Steve, As a novice woodworker, I'm finding your videos extremely helpful, entertaining and most importantly...easy to follow. Thanks for your expert advice and useful information. Keep the vids coming. God Bless.
DawgYankee 11 months ago
steve the reason that they don't make big tables on drill press tables is....castiron tables would drag the drillpress over. if you put a heavy cast iron table on the front combined with the weight of the head of the drill press...you would have to make the base of the drill press three or four times the size so that it wouldn't overbalance. That applies to both floor and table models...because there are not many people know who actually bolt thier drill presses down
Buzzsawman 11 months ago
Great Video, just curious though, what size is the table portion. I realize that's a pretty subjective question, but I was just wondering.
searcy3663 1 year ago
@searcy3663 It's about 2' x 1'.
stevinmarin 1 year ago
Hi Steve,
Thanks, just did my drill press like yours, like the dovetail panel.
Bandsaw box next.
Billy
billyensign 1 year ago
Always use a sacrificial board on your platform to avoid having to replace it. Your bits should never touch the table. Just a note from shop practice.
lunhil12 1 year ago
great project and video! thanks!
Could you do a video on how to adjust the spindle return spring? I have a Delta 12 inch bench top drill press , very similar to yours, and the spindle will not stay up but falls back down to the work surface every time. Also show me how to get the handle cover off, so that I can get to the spring that I know is under neath there.
Thanks
flywelder 1 year ago
a number of people have asked him about his drill press table only 1 and thats him lol jk
nickmcgowan16 1 year ago
Very nicely done. I think I've seen t-slot cutters for routers, too. If you wanted to put t-slots on several tables, that might be easier, although your method is pretty elegant.
Culturedropout 1 year ago
the small tables on drill presses are designed to be optimal for metalworking,
kaisaerpren 1 year ago
Very cool; thanks for sharing! You could have just used one board of wood for the base and used a dovetail bit to make the grooves; however, it might not work very well if you use plywood.
Also, it would be better to offset the part that you drill into to either side. This way you get more use out of each piece by reinserting it in the opposite direction when it waers down on one side.
jjenson2006 1 year ago
It didn't come with mounting hardware, but all I had to do was pick up some hex bolts, washers and nuts, and then I was able to attach the vice to the table in whatever placement I choose. I don't know if you knew that or not, but I do believe that's why they have those small tables on drill presses. I don't think they have that big of tables on smaller drill presses (10", 12" or whatever) since they figure if you have on that size you'll only be using it for small projects.
And nice video btw
GroveRunner 1 year ago
Hey Steve, you made a comment in the video in regards to the stock table on the drill press.
I have a drill press myself, and although it does have a rectangular table, the table is small as well. It does have 4 slots though, shaped in an X pattern. What the drill press also came with is a small 2" vice. The vice has 4 slots on it, 2 on each side; one front, one back, and the 2 fronts parallel, as well as the 2 backs.
GroveRunner 1 year ago
I like this video...you have come up with a novel way to cut a T slot...I have been using a T slot bit in my router but this is a far better way..the only time I will use my bit from now on is if I need a stopped T slot
Buzzsawman 1 year ago
Pretty good idea Steve. What about nailing a 1" x 2" under the outside perimeter of the table? Then you have no warpage or sag.
MrLeonard55 1 year ago
hey kewl video man, but i would suggest a different song LOL .. :)
swatregret 1 year ago
anyway you could show us how to make a router table
nickmcgowan16 1 year ago
great video. One comment though, you have people making the dadoes before gluing down the 1/4" ply. Presumably that is wrong?
herbfellows 1 year ago
@herbfellows
yes you make the dadoes first thru 3/4 inch plywood, then glue 1/4 inch plywood on top, then cut a slot thru the 1/4 in plywood with the tablesaw to make your t-slot.
coppercorgi 1 year ago
Realy good video thanks for shering
Scorpionjp65 1 year ago
Nice job steve!
I'm building the same thing for my incoming drill press.
The plans for that table are in shopnotes #38 or for free on the woodsmithtips website.
NiteWalkerGR 1 year ago
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orlandocomo 1 year ago
Hey Steve. I just stumbled upon your video when I was searching for "how to make a drill fence." This is a great idea and it can be made from some scrap wood I had laying around my shop. I'm glad I didn't buy one...I saved a lot money. Thanks a bunch!
joesuzukimusic 1 year ago
Hey Steve, Love the vids. One question on this one. How do you bolt it down? are those T-nuts on the top of the table and a really well measured hex bolt. I imagine a 1 inch bolt and an embedded T-nut. Is that it?
bsingin64 1 year ago
@bsingin64 I should have showed that part. I used those little inset nuts (I'm not sure what they are called). They inset into the table from the top, under the thin plywood laminate and the bolts just screw into them from underneath.
stevinmarin 1 year ago
@stevinmarin Yeah, those are T-nuts. You hammer them down into the wood. I like the idea. I think I'll make this one. Thanks Steve!
bsingin64 1 year ago
@stevinmarin Can you maybe post a close up picture of what they look like? I really want to make this and can't get a good look at the nuts you talk about. thanks
genimcnutt 10 months ago
Hi Steve, love your vids. Can you tell me the size of your drill press table please.
Jiromak
Jiromak 1 year ago
Sweeeeeeet!!! Thanks :^)
chevos81 1 year ago
wow im 12 and i understand everything you said..alas i dont have a drill press...but im getting one soon :)
(i make my own circuit boards and i need a drill press to mill the holes
chickenpoper 1 year ago
hey steve how do u square the drillpress fence to the position of the drillbit?
torgy 2 years ago
You don't really have to worry about squaring the fence. Just slide it to where you want it and you're good to go. (It's different from a saw, where squaring is critical.)
stevinmarin 2 years ago
Great video Steve!
JoeCubicle 2 years ago
The fence does not need to be square to the drill. It will be ok at any angle
rohojamagic 2 years ago
lol @ 1.00 ;) but you're right!
good vid.
azorenhoch 2 years ago
thanks really helpfull
TeenWoodworker 2 years ago
that's so cool :D
romanticprincess8888 2 years ago
How do you know if its square to the drill ?
Do you have to measure from the edge ?
TheYoungWoodworker 2 years ago