Grizzly G7948 12 Speed 20" Floor Drill Press

by Grizzly

Product Description

When this drill press arrives at your door, you're gonna say "Holy Moley!". The MT #4 spindle taper, 1-1/2" H.P. motor & precision ground T-slotted table will handle just about any drilling job. Includes built-in light (bulb not included). SPECIFICATIONS: ? Motor size: 1-1/2 HP, single-phase ? Voltage: 110V/220V ? Switch & wiring: 110V only ? Overall height: 70-3/4" ? Spindle travel: 4-3/4" ? Number of speeds: 12 ? Drill chuck: 5/8" ? Spindle taper: MT #4 ? Range of speeds: 210, 310, 400, 440, 630, 670, 1260, 1430, 1650, 2050, 2350, 3300 RPM ? Swing: 20" ? Drilling capacity: 1-1/4" steel ? Table: precision ground cast iron ? Table size: 18-3/4" x 16-3/4" ? Approx. shipping weight: 331 lbs.

Product Details

• ASIN: B0000DD6TI
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A lot of machine, but a lot of hassle, May 4, 2004

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John David Rainey (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Grizzly G7948 12 Speed 20" Floor Drill Press (Misc.)

After much research and deliberation between the Jet, Delta, and Grizzly, I opted for the extra muscle of the Grizz. I received my drill 7 hours after the window for delivery that was given to me, and frankly, it looked like a bomb had gone off inside the box. The top of the box was not even attached. As the delivery guy was removing it from the truck, the head assembly and column were literally falling out of the package. I declined acceptance of the package. I called Grizzly the next day, and they seemed genuinely concerned, but it took another 10 days for me to receive my drill (when 3-5 days was promised). Once I finally got my drill press in good condition - the second time - I was impressed. It is an absolute behemoth. It is so much more machine than the Delta and Jet. There is A LOT of metal in this machine. It took me and another guy everything we had to get the head on the column. Once assembled, I was impressed with how quiet and stable this 1.5 hp beast ran. While assembly was rather straight forward, I was very unimpressed with the manual. It was dated, and did not reflect many of the updates to the drill press. It had very little on the operation and different speeds of the machine. I called Grizzly and pointed this out, and all they could tell me was that the manual had not been updated. All in all, this is one beefy machine, and I am very impressed with the operation. I really wish that Grizzly would pay more attention to some of the details though, like shipping, customer care, and the manual. I like this tool a lot, but I will think twice now before dealing with Grizzly again.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow, January 29, 2008

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Philip A., Ranalli - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grizzly G7948 12 Speed 20" Floor Drill Press (Misc.)

Great machine. Box had two holes, belt shield has small dent not in area of box damage, dent has no effect on operation. Very smooth running, runout is .002 on the spindel. This was checked by Griz before shipping at my request. Contract tolarence is .006 from the factory. Setup was not a problem as I have a small overhead winch. Belts are fine smooth and non slipping. Depth stop has been reinforced by Griz and is very sturdy.
This is a very well built press comparable to others at nearly twice the price. It is big and heavy but does not occupy much more floor space than the 14 inch it replaced but is three times the press.
If you need a really good drill press buy this one.
I commend Griz for leaving the negative comments on line but some of these must be from some time ago as the problems mentioned have been delt with in a constructive mannor. Jan,28,o8

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It will require work and patience, September 24, 2006

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M. Bresenhan (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grizzly G7948 12 Speed 20" Floor Drill Press (Misc.)

I purchased one about a month ago. All the elements are there for a good product but detail is missing.
1. Do not use the included manual, use the one on line to assemble the drill press. It is far to heavy to assemble without a hoist or a strong friend to move it from horizontal to vertical.
2. Replace the drive belts on receipt. Measure the spindle belt since the recommended one will be too short.
3. Mine would not drill a hole in thin wall square tubing without stalling the bit and spindle. The trouble shooting guide did not deal with the possibility that the large nut that holds the front pulley to the spindle might be loose. Mine was. There is no set screw on the front pulley. Tightening the front nut requires a very large wrench. Further, to tighten the nut requires immobilising the spindle. Using the taper wedge will probably work. No work torque specifications are in the manual.
4. An incomplete manual and sloppy assembly, as delivered, make completing a usable machine a project that requires more that following the instructions.
5. If you specify a truck with a lift gate to deliver the drill press, be sure and remind the trucking firm of the need for the lift gate when they call to schedule delivery. Maurice Bresenhan Jr.