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What are the specifications of the Grizzly G7947 Drill Press?
Type: Floor drill press
Swing: 17"
Spindle travel: 4-3/4"
Spindle taper: MT#3
Chuck size: 3/64" – 5/8" JT3 key chuck
Motor: 1-1/2 HP, single-phase, 120V/240V, 1725 RPM, TEFC capacitor-start induction
Number of spindle speeds: 12 (180–3240 RPM)
Table size: 13-5/8" x 13-5/8"
Table tilt: 90° left and right (scale reads up to 45°)
Table swing/swivel: 360° around column and center
Column diameter: 3-5/8"
Depth stop: Threaded rod with positive stop
Work light: Included (120V standard bulb, max 60 W)
Construction: Precision-ground cast iron table, head, spindle housing, and base; steel column
What is the smallest drill the chuck will hold?
The chuck can hold drills as small as 1/16".
What does swing mean on the G7947 Drill Press?
Swing is the distance between the column and the centerline of the chuck, multiplied by two.
Is a mortising attachment available for this drill press?
No. The collar is too large for our mortising attachments.
How much travel does the spindle have?
The spindle has 4-3/4" of travel, allowing for deeper drilling operations.
What is the column diameter on this drill press?
The column diameter is 3-5/8", providing stability for a floor-model design.
How far will the table tilt?
The table tilts up to 90° in both directions, though the scale reads 45°.
How does the chuck attach to the spindle?
The chuck attaches using a spindle arbor. One end of the arbor has a Jacobs® taper for the drill chuck, and the other end has a Morse taper for the spindle. Both tapers are friction fits and must be clean and free of grease or dirt.
Will any "T" bolt clamping kits fit the G7947 table?
Yes, the G1075 4/8" Clamping Kit is compatible with this table.
Does the quill have a depth stop?
Yes, the quill features a threaded rod with positive stop for repeatable drilling depth.
What is the drilling capacity of the G7947 Drill Press?
This drill press can drill up to 1" in mild steel.
Does the G7947 include a work light?
Yes, it comes with a built-in work light compatible with a 120V standard bulb, maximum 60 W.