Welcome to the pillar drill shop - We have a big selection of pillar drills that are ideal for the hobby or DIY user.
A workshop without a pillar drill is really not a workshop. Pillar drills are known by many names including drill press, bench pillar drill or pedestal drill. They are very popular and can be used for both wood and metal just by changing the drill bit and speed.
 Silverline Drill Press 350W List Price: Sale Price: £45.63 You save: £1.98 (4%)  Eligible for free shipping! |
 Draper 08657 230-Volt 5-Speed Bench Drill List Price: Sale Price: £81.32 You save: £17.02 (17%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Silverline 292674 100 mm Drill Press Vice List Price: Sale Price: £8.06 You save: £4.76 (37%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Pillar Drill 5-Speed Hobby Model 583mm Height 330W/230V List Price: Sale Price: £89.86 You save: £25.08 (22%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Silverline 633764 Drill Stand List Price: Sale Price: £13.40 You save: £6.99 (34%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Draper 22866 Pillar Drill Kit for 22824 Micro Metal Lathe List Price: Sale Price: £104.93 You save: £25.87 (20%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Draper 54488 Vertical Drill Stand List Price: Sale Price: £43.92 You save: £22.48 (34%) Eligible for free shipping! |
 Drill Stand Pillar Bench Mounted Sale Price: £12.99 Eligible for free shipping! |
 SIP 5 Speed Worktop Bench Pillar Drill 230v Sale Price: £74.04 Eligible for free shipping! |
A drill press is a vertically fixed machine which stands on the floor, and therefore it is larger than the bench drill. To get it working you start the drill and gently lower the drill by means of a handle.
The bench drill press does the same job but it has a shorter pillar and is attached to a bench so that it does not fall over. It is more compact and is more suitable for the home user.
Pillar drills can be used for making holes in many different materials such as wood, plastic and metal. There are also other optional uses such as a jump sander.
Why use a pillar drill
Many people ask why spend the money in buying a pillar drill when you can use a regular hand drill.
Well, there are many reasons. The most important is it gives you a straight hole, so it is perfect for doing really precise work. Using a hand drill will not give you a completely straight hole every time.
Pillar Drill Press Safety
Before operating a pillar drill you must read the owner's manual carefully and also make sure you are properly trained and understand the instructions.
Injuries can include amputations or laceration from rotating drill bits that can pull in gloves, loose clothing or hair.
You should follow these 6 safety precautions BEFORE operating a drill press.
- Wear your safety goggles and proper shoes BEFORE entering the workshop. Do NOT wear loose clothing, jewellery or gloves.
- Inspect the drill press for any broken parts or oddities.
- Keep the work surface and the area around the drill press clear of scraps,tools and materials.
- Ensure that the start and stop buttons are within reach.
- After mounting the drill bit securely, remove the chuck key, otherwise it can fly off while the drill press is in operation and cause severe injury.
- Use a clamp or vice to secure your item to the table to avoid it from spinning during drill press operation.
