Description

Fobco 10-Eight Floor-Standing Pillar Drill

Built with robust craftsmanship and designed for serious workshop use, this Fobco 10-Eight pillar drill is a high-quality, British drilling machine. Renowned for its smooth operation and long service life, it’s ideal for metalworking, fabrication, and maintenance shops looking for a reliable workhorse.

Key Features

• Large Drilling Capacity: This model has a rated drilling capacity of 1 ¼″ (32 mm).

• Spindle / Taper: Features a No. 3 Morse taper spindle, giving great rigidity and compatibility with a wide range of tooling.

• Four-Speed Belt Drive with Back Gear: Offers a wide speed range for different drilling tasks by combining a four-speed belt drive with back-gearing.

• Heavy Cast-Iron Construction: The body, column, and base are made from thick cast iron, providing excellent stability and minimising vibration.

• Large Table: Equipped with a robust T-slotted work table to accommodate heavy components; the table is rack-and-pinion adjustable so you can easily raise or lower it.

• Smooth Spindle: The spindle is supported by precision bearings (ball and angular-contact) for reliable, accurate running.

• Classic Controls: Lever feed for quill control, plus a graduated depth stop for repeatable drilling depth.

Why Choose This Fobco Drill?

• Longevity & Build Quality: Fobco drills are well regarded for their rugged, high-quality build and long lifespan.

• Precision: The No. 3 Morse taper and strong spindle bearings give great rigidity for accurate drilling.

• Versatility: The variable-speed belt drive plus back gear makes it ideal for both fast and slow-speed drilling applications.

Typical Applications

• Drilling medium-large holes in steel and other metals

• Fabrication work in a machine shop

• Maintenance and toolroom operations

• Precision or repeat drilling with depth control