Powermatic PM2800B Variable Speed Floor Drill Press 18 Inch
- Drilling Capacity Wood: 0.6 inches
- Drilling Capacity Metal: 0.6 inches
- Maximum Power: 1 hp
- Maximum Chuck Size: 0.63 inches
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A capable 18 inch floor drill press for a shop that values speed flexibility and dual-voltage wiring more than benchtop portability or a small footprint.
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ASIN: B00EONQF1MModel: PM2800BCategory: Stationary Drill Presses
Overview
The Powermatic PM2800B is an 18 inch floor-standing drill press with a 1 HP motor, variable speed control, and dual 115/230V single-phase wiring. It's built for a shop that drills a range of hole sizes in wood and metal and wants speed changes without repositioning a belt.
Floor-standing drill presses trade benchtop convenience for reach and rigidity, and the PM2800B pairs that format with a variable speed dial instead of the step-pulley system older presses rely on. Turning a dial to change spindle speed saves the time of opening the head and moving a belt by hand, which matters most in a shop that switches bit sizes often. Dual voltage wiring means it isn't locked to one circuit type.
- 18 inch swing capacity
- Model PM2800B
- 1 HP variable speed motor
- Dual 115/230V single-phase wiring
Who it's for
Fits a home or small commercial shop that drills both wood and metal and changes hole sizes through the day. Also suits a shop wiring for 230V service that wants a machine that works on the circuit already in place.
Pros and cons
- Variable speed dial skips manual belt changes
- Floor-standing column adds reach over benchtop presses
- Runs on either 115V or 230V wiring
- Floor footprint takes dedicated shop space
- Heavier machine is not easily relocated
- 1 HP motor caps large-bit metal drilling
Performance notes
The variable speed dial sets spindle rpm directly, so speed changes happen at the front of the machine instead of inside the head. The 1 HP motor and floor-standing column give it more drilling depth and table travel than a benchtop unit of the same swing size. Dual 115/230V wiring is a wiring choice, not a power upgrade, so it doesn't change drilling capacity between the two settings.
Specifications
| Brand | Powermatic |
|---|---|
| Model | PM2800B |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 0.63 inches |
| Item Weight | 246 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 20.2 × 18 × 71 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 0.6 inches |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.6 inches |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Number Of Speeds | 1 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Maximum Power | 1 hp |
| Amperage | 20 amps |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum, Cast Iron, Steel |
| Color | Powermatic Gold |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Drill Press, Fence (with Adjustable Work Stop), Table, Drift Key, Handles, Hex Wrenches (x4), Chuck Key, 5/8" Chuck |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 5 Year |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Torque | 40.7 Nm |
| Torque | 40.7 Nm |
| Drill Type | Drill Press |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Adjustable Handle, Built-In LED Working Light, Laser Guide, Variable Speed |
| Item Type Name | Floor Drill Press |
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Powermatic PM2800B drill press?
It's an 18 inch floor-standing drill press, model PM2800B.
Does the PM2800B have variable speed?
Yes, it uses a variable speed dial rather than step-pulley speed changes.
What voltage does the PM2800B run on?
It's wired for both 115V and 230V single-phase power.