There are many different types of drills. Some can be used manually while others are mechanically powered. The bench drill is one such machine drill, which is fast gaining popularity due to its unique design and efficiency.

Meaning and use:

There are basically two types of machine drills, the pillar drill which is the larger version of bench drill and bench drill which is essentially used for drilling holes through different materials like plastic, wood and certain other types of metals. Bench drill is most commonly associated with the technique of drill press. Bench drill is also known as the pedestal drill. The important part of this design is that the drill is bolted to a bench which facilities drilling quickly and with efficiency. The drill can also be bolted to a floor or placed on a stand. Bench drill comes with a base, table, spindle head and columns. The chief advantage of bench drill is therefore drilling more material in less time. Bench drill can be operated using different speeds, which can be adjusted according to need of the material. Sometimes different attachments can be required when dealing with larger volumes of woodwork.

Advantages:

Bench drill is fast replacing the traditional hand held drills due to its many uses. Unlike the hand held drills, less time and effort is required for drilling. It is also able to tackle larger volumes of material. It provides greater security to the operator as it locks the material making all operations safe and secure. Due to the design of the machine, the size and the quality of the holes are accurate and clean. It also provides greater control to the workers while drilling, as compared to the traditional drills. Bench drills also have the advantage of possessing a depth stop, which facilitates drilling accurate depth and size. Bench drills are therefore commonly used in garages and workshops.

Safety precautions:

Bench drills are safer as compared to other types of drills, however certain safety guidelines like wearing goggles, using guard and following all safety instructions are very necessary. Using the technique of bench drills also requires significant expertise and skill. Amateurs are strongly recommended to work under an expert's supervision at all costs.

By following a few safety precautions, you can reap the benefits of bench drills without major hassles and disadvantages.