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SHOP FOX Oscillating Benchtop Drill Press, 13in., 3/4 HP, 120V, Model# W1668

Item# 426422
"SHOP FOX Oscillating Benchtop Drill Press, 13in., 3/4 HP, 120V, Model# W1668"
SHOP FOX Oscillating Benchtop Drill Press, 13in., 3/4 HP, 120V, Model# W1668

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SHOP FOX Oscillating Benchtop Drill Press, 13in., 3/4 HP, 120V, Model# W1668

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$615.00

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  • Arbor: JT33
  • 3/4in. oscillating spindle
  • Spindle travel: 3 1/4in.
  • Swing: 13 1/4in.
  • Range of speeds: 250 - 3050 RPM

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Product Summary

The SHOP FOX® 12-speed Oscillating Benchtop Drill Press features patented spindle oscillation for sanding contours quickly and efficiently. With more speeds, more power and more capacity, the W1668 becomes an effective tool for heavy use. the table is supplied with a clearance hole for use while sanding. This clever design incorporates a dust collection port so that sanding is less messy. With a 3/4in. drilling capacity in steel, this drill press delivers the power and productivity in any application. Cannot ship to AK, CA or HI.

What's Included

    (1) Drill press (3) Sanding drums (3) Sanding sleeves (1) Mandrel

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Features + Benefits

  • Arbor: JT33
  • 3/4in. oscillating spindle
  • Spindle travel: 3 1/4in.
  • Swing: 13 1/4in.
  • Range of speeds: 250 - 3050 RPM
  • Dust port size: 2 1/4
  • Table Swing: 360°
  • Table tilt: 45° left, 45° right
  • Includes 3 sanding drums (1in., 1 1/2in., 2in.), each with a 80-grit sanding sleeve
  • Measures 15in.W x 24in.D x 38in.H
  • 2.79in. column diameter
  • 9 Amp full load rating

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

426422

Brand

Shop Fox

Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

127.0 LB

Horsepower

0.75 HP

Volts

110

Max. Speed

1,725 rpm

360 Degree Head Swivel

No

Speeds (qty.)

12
AttributeSpecification

Product Type

Drill Press

Drilling Capacity

3/4 in

Chuck Size

5/8 in

Light Included

No

Stand Included

No

Variable Speed

No

Max. Spindle Distance

24 in

Product Weight

lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

15.0 x 24.0 x 38.0 in

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Questions & Answers

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  1. does drill press come with depth stop shown in picture or a stop on spindle handle

    1. It comes with the stop shown in the picture, just as it shows in the picture.

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    2. The depth stop shown on the left side of the drill press will be the one that comes with it.

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  2. Explain oscillating

    When you say that this drill press oscillates for sanding, which way does it oscillate? The definition of oscillating is: "to swing or move to and fro, as a pendulum does. ". So does the sanding drum oscillate up and down or side to side?

    1. up and down

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    2. The drill press moves up and down.

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  3. drilling in steel

    will this drill press drill mild steel 1/4in thick?

    1. yes

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    2. This Fox drill press is capable of 3/4in. drilling in steel or mild steel so 1/4 inch would be just fine.

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  4. will this drill press handle metals for drilling and sanding such as aluminum and mild steel

    1. Yes, very well

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    2. The SHOP FOX Oscillating Drill Press will handle light metals such as aluminum and mild steel.

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  5. how would you install keyless chuck on W1668

    1 answer
    Originally posted on grizzly.com

    1. Thank you for reaching out. It features an integral spindle and arbor. To remove the chuck from the arbor, you would need to use Jacobs drill chuck removal wedges designed for a JT33. Alternatively, you can lower the spindle all the way down and then tap the back edge of the chuck with a deadblow hammer to break the taper connection. Afterward, you can install a JT33 keyless chuck, such as our SB1375.

  6. What size is the arbor? MT3?

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    Originally posted on grizzly.com

    1. We appreciate your inquiry. This machine features a spindle with a JT33 taper at the end. It does not have a separate arbor, as the spindle and taper are integrated.

  7. is the oscillating feature usable with mortising bits, or only for sanding ?

    1 answer
    Originally posted on grizzly.com

    1. Thank you for reaching out. The drill press lacks the necessary sturdiness to withstand the force required for making a mortise. There is a high risk of damaging or breaking the pinion shaft or the handle shafts while attempting to do so. Also this machine lacks the clearance to make this usable for mortising.

  8. can you add a drill press vice to it , if so which would you recommend

    1 answer

    1. A drill press vice can be installed. Some items that would work are item #64978 and #67846.

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  9. will the head on this drill press swivel at least 180 degrees?

    1 answer

    1. This head does not swivel.

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  10. can i mill with this

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    1. This drill press is unable to be used for mill work.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

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