JET JDP-20MF Floor Drill Press 20 Inch
- Drilling Capacity Wood: 0.7 inches
- Drilling Capacity Metal: 0.7 inches
- Maximum Power: 1.5 hp
- Maximum Chuck Size: 0.75 inches
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The larger, more powerful option in JET's floor press pair, worth the extra footprint for shops that regularly drill bigger stock or harder steel.
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ASIN: B00004T9L1Model: JDP-20MFCategory: Stationary Drill Presses
Overview
JET's JDP-20MF is a 20-inch floor drill press with a 1-1/2 HP motor and 12 spindle speeds, built for shops that need more swing capacity and power than JET's smaller 15 and 17-inch models.
Stepping up from the JDP-17MF, this model trades four speed steps for extra horsepower and four more inches of swing, a shift aimed at steel drilling rather than fine wood work. Dual 115/230V single-phase wiring keeps it usable on typical shop power.
- 20-inch swing
- 12 spindle speeds
- 1-1/2 HP, 115/230V single phase
- Floor-standing design
Who it's for
Suits a metalworking or general fabrication shop drilling larger stock where the extra swing and power matter more than having many speed steps to choose from. A hobbyist working mostly in wood or thin sheet would get more use from the lighter, higher-speed-count JDP-17MF.
Pros and cons
- 1-1/2 HP for larger bits and harder material
- 20-inch swing for bigger workpieces
- Dual voltage 115/230V
- Only 12 speed steps versus 16 on the smaller JET model
- Larger footprint needs more floor space
Performance notes
1-1/2 HP gives meaningfully more torque at low speeds than the 3/4 HP JDP-17MF, which matters when a larger bit bogs down in steel. Twelve speed steps is fewer increments to choose from, so matching an odd bit size to an ideal speed takes more compromise than on the 16-speed model.
Specifications
| Brand | JET |
|---|---|
| Model | JDP-20MF |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 0.75 inches |
| Item Weight | 282 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 31.5 × 18.5 × 66 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 0.7 inches |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.7 inches |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 4200 rpm |
| Speed | 4200 rpm |
| Number Of Speeds | 12 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Maximum Power | 1.5 hp |
| Amperage | 18 amps |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Cast Iron, Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Drill Press, Hardware, Tools, Chuck And Chuck Key, Arbor (MT3xJT4), Drift Tang, Work Lamp (bulb Sold Separately) |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 Year |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Torque | 62.4 Nm |
| Torque | 62.4 Nm |
| Drill Type | Drill Press |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Spindle Guard |
| Item Type Name | Floor Drill Press |
Frequently asked questions
How much more power does the JDP-20MF have than the JDP-17MF?
It carries a 1-1/2 HP motor versus 3/4 HP on the 17-inch model, double the rated power.
Does the JDP-20MF need 230V power?
No, it is dual-wired for either 115V or 230V single phase.
What size workpiece can the JDP-20MF drill to center?
Its 20-inch swing means it can reach the center of a workpiece up to about 20 inches in diameter.