Holzmann SB162VN
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4 reviews
Good but heavy
Pro
- Works perfectly
Contra
- A few finishing touches need to be redone
Surprisingly good
My old Bosch PBD40 was not precise enough for metal working, so I have been looking for something better. This one does the job. I may have received a better-than-average unit, as I measured the Holzmann's spindle runout (Rundlauf) at a mere 0,015mm, and all paintwork looks good. The MT2 (MK2) insert matches my other tools (note: the kick-out wedge is flimsy), the cast-iron tool body is solid, and the vario drive action is smooth. The safety guard was rotated 45degrees and could not be installed without a bit of tinkering, but the relais works, which is the most important. Do also note, that all parts need a good greasing after unpackaging. Looking forward to many great projects. Happy buyer here:-)
Pro
- Precise spindle
- MT2 taper
- Sturdy & rigid
- Vario drive
Contra
- Perhaps a bit underpowered for some, but with sufficient oompf for my tasks.
- Impossible to mount the safety guard without a bit of tinkering.
Acceptable machine for hobby use
After a little improvement, the machine now works to my satisfaction (extend the speed lever and table clamp and new expulsion wedge).
Pro
- Variable speed, light and laser
Contra
- Unsteady running, Variomatic and table clamp operating levers too short. Too narrow expulsion wedge.
Cheap enough not to upset my better half
I decided for this drill press when it became clear that buying a 400kg industrial model would lead to a major conjugal crisis.
In short: you get what you pay for. The drill press packs an impressive number of features at a low price, and the RPM range allows for metal and wood work. However, the finish is flimsy, the machine looks old out of the box (paint chipped, rusty parts, …)
I hope that the noise level decreases once it’s properly broken in, the vibration level and the runout are too high for precision work.Pro
- Cheap
- RPM range wider than advertised (down to 290rpm)
- Honestly, it does fulfill most of my needs
- CVT works well
Contra
- Loud, lots of vibrations
- The 500W motor is easily stalled when drilling 8mm in steel, take it slow!
- Runout worse than expected (+/-0.07mm measured on the drill bit shank)
- Some washers came out of the box rusty
- Low quality finish
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