Delta 17-925 16-1/2-Inch Drill Press

by Delta

Product Description

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This is one awesome machine that illustrates why Delta owns a major chunk of the market in reasonably priced, vairable-speed drill presses. The 3-hp motor provides plenty of power for a variety of drilling jobs. The ability to continuously vary the speed of the drill allows you to find just the right surface feed per minute (SFM) for the drill and the material at hand.

The large, precision-ground production table provides an adequate space for just about any piece you will want to cut. It can rotate 360 degrees and has a large screw-handle to lock it in place.

One of the principal features of this press is the extra-long quill travel. The full 6-inch quill stroke helps simplify deep-hole drilling jobs and provides the clearance necessary for adding jigs and other accessories. Jodi Johnson

From the Manufacturer

Delta 17-925 16-1/2-Inch Drill Press

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 256.7 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000223AV
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 17-925
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #436,437 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Welcomed Upgrade for My Home Shop, November 26, 2001

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Jimmy T "jimmyt64" (Mableton, GA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Delta 17-925 16-1/2-Inch Drill Press (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have used this unit for over a year. It was purchased as an upgrade from the commonly available Multi-speed floor units. With those units, I found myself too lazy to continually change the belts to get the correct speed. I knew using the correct speed was important to hole quality and cutting tool life, but it made a bigger difference than I had expected. The vibration and quill runout is fine. I like the extra long quill length. The depth stop and quill lock are convenient and easy to use. So much so, that I use them. The base is larger than most units and provides stability. The table is larger than most, and the underside, once past the rim, provides adequate flat surfaces for clamping. There are some things I would add/change. It should come with a light. I purchased a Delta magnetic base unit. There is an optional light available. Either way, you end up with two power cords/plugs. All the handles could be of better quaility. As a direct user-interface, the handle plastic with sharp seams just does not do it for me. I replaced mine with 2" hardwood balls. Softer to the touch and I like the look. A chuck key holder should also be a standard feature. I have mine on a retractable key holder, attached with doublestick tape to the side of the machine. Finally, the feel of the on/off switch is less positive than I would expect. It is like the push buttons for the presets on an old American car radio. They worked, but thinking back, they just never did feel like the most well-engineered design. Bottom Line: I do like the machine and am happy with my buying decision.

52 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Sturdy and powerful, but vibration and run-out are problems, March 17, 2000

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JOHN Z KARTCHNER (Mountain Green, Utah) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Delta 17-925 16-1/2-Inch Drill Press (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love the power and the flexibility, but my work requires a precision which is impossible with this machine because of the vibration and the run-out variance (nearly 1/16 inch on my press). If this machine is to live up to expectations something must be done to dampen the belt vibration and to true the quill. JZK

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Drill Press Review, March 8, 2003

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N Roberts (Indianapolis, Indiana USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Delta 17-925 16-1/2-Inch Drill Press (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have wanted a variable speed drill press for some time, as I was tired of changing the belts every time I needed to adjust the speed. I was hesitant about buying the Delta, as most good variable speed drill presses are twice as expensive. Having given up on trying to locate a used commercial machine, I took the plunge and purchased the Delta.

As soon as I put it together the first thing I checked was run-out. I was pleasantly surprised when I found I had only .001. The run-out did not change even when I extended the quill. As you can imagine I was beaming at that point. Next test was vibration. Again, surprised, I had little vibration. I am sure with a heaver castings, I would have less; but I could not complain about what I had, it was nominal.

All in all, I was very pleased/surprised with my purchase as I think Delta in some cases has sacrificed quality to bring it's product in at a lower price point.