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What are the specifications of the Grizzly G7942 Drill Press?
Type: Bench drill press
Swing: 8"
Spindle travel: 2"
Spindle taper: JT#33
Chuck size: 1/64" – 1/2" B16 key chuck
Motor: 1/3 HP, single-phase, 110V, 1720 RPM, ODP capacitor-start induction
Table size: 6-1/2" x 6-1/2" with extension for a total swing of 360°
Table tilt: 45° left and right
Construction: Cast iron table, head, spindle housing, and base; steel column
Column diameter: 46 mm (1-13/16")
Depth stop: Threaded rod with positive stop
Work light: Not included
What is the smallest drill the chuck will hold?
The chuck can hold a drill as small as 1/16".
What is the maximum swing on the G7942 Drill Press?
The maximum swing is 8".
Is a mortising attachment available for this machine?
No. This drill press is too small for a mortising attachment.
How much spindle travel does the G7942 have?
The spindle travel is 2", allowing for shallow drilling and light-duty projects.
What is the column diameter on this drill press?
The column measures 46 mm (1-13/16"), providing stability for a bench-top design.
How far will the table tilt?
The table tilts 45° in both directions.
Does the G7942 Drill Press have a removable chuck arbor?
No. The Jacobs® taper 33 is integrated into the main spindle and is not removable.
Does this drill press have a built-in work light?
No, this model does not include a work light.
Does the G7942 have an adjustable depth stop?
Yes, it features an adjustable threaded rod with positive stop for repeatable drilling depth.
What is the drilling capacity of the G7942?
This bench drill press can drill up to 1/2" in mild steel.
What are the power requirements?
The drill press is 110V, single-phase, 60 Hz, prewired to 110V, and draws 2A full-load.