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20" Metal Drill Press

This drill press has 10" between the chuck and the column, giving it 20" of swing. It is for drilling holes in metal.

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  1. Prerequisites None required
  2. Review materials
  3. Pass quiz
  4. Checkout
Review materials
Badge Video
badge Video Timestamps
When and why to use a drill press
Drill bit types and sizing systems
Using center drills and punches
Selecting and preparing scrap metal
Loading and tightening drill bits
Adjusting spindle speed with belts
Safety measures before drilling
Starting holes and peck drilling technique
Drilling through and using cutting oil
Using the drill press for tapping and special setups
Cleanup procedures and depth indicator use
Pass Quiz

3 questions · You can retake if you don't pass.

Badge Checkout Requirement
In person checkout required
Facilitator Checkout

Pick a checkout time below. All bookings flow through the appointment system — please do not arrange checkouts via Slack.

Day Morning (before 12 PM) Afternoon (12 - 5 PM) Evening (after 5 PM)
Monday
October 12, 2026		    
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Sign in to schedule 7:30pm
With Mara Heneks
Wednesday
October 14, 2026		    
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Sign in to schedule 6:00pm
With Andrew Neely
Sunday
October 18, 2026
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Sign in to schedule 10:00am
With Nathan Rawling
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Sign in to schedule 3:00pm
With Lucas Harrison
  
Monday
October 19, 2026		    
Facilitator badge checkout
Sign in to schedule 7:30pm
With Mara Heneks
Wednesday
October 21, 2026		    
Facilitator badge checkout
Sign in to schedule 6:00pm
With Andrew Neely
Thursday
October 22, 2026		  
Facilitator badge checkout
Sign in to schedule 3:00pm
With Aaron Monikowski
  
DEPRICATED OLD Checklist
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13LIadQHQtDLIqb2Nu6BTjhE-b6DBO9u2th6ywhLBeuw…
Complete these items to earn the badge.
  • Drill Press - Metal Shop
  • Video watched, quiz taken, hair/clothing properly restrained, any questions?
  • Identify and describe all controls, adjustments, and functions of the drill press
  • Power
  • Belts
  • Chuck
  • Change the belt speed
  • Keep belt straight
  • Tension belt
  • When to use what speed (slow for Steel, fast for Aluminum/Plastic, slower for bigger diameter bits/faster for smaller) (Machinery’s Handbook for reference speeds)
  • Secure workpiece
  • Use scrap under workpiece if necessary
  • Clamp appropriately
  • Drill hole
  • Choose appropriate drill bit & Center Drill
  • Chuck tools firmly
  • Put bed at appropriate height
  • Center Drill hole
  • Drill hole, pecking (in and out to clear chips) if necessary
  • Cleaning up tool
  • Replacing accessories
  • Vacuumed up after use
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