JET JDP-17DX 17” Floor Drill Press
The JET JDP-17DX Drill Press was designed
specifically with the wood worker in mind. It provides
the high-end features and durability you need in the
shop at a budget-saving price. JET’s legendary
innovation and durability mean the JET JDP-17DX
Drill Press will serve your needs with precision for
many years to come.
Construction
The JET JDP-17DX Drill
Press powerhead is built
around a tough iron casting
that has been precision
machined and fitted with quality components. Even the 12-1/2”
by 19-5/8” base is made from heavy-duty cast iron for stability
and durability. The base is machined flat and features standard
slots for attaching clamps, vises and tools. Holes surrounded by
bosses are cast into the base for securing it to a suitable floor.
The JET JDP-17DX was designed with
the wood worker in mind.
Even the base is heavy cast
iron for stability. It has pre-
formed holes and bosses for
securing it to the floor.
The 3-1/8” column is made from high quality steel for maximum strength and precisely
ground to insure concentricity. That allows the worktable to move smoothly throughout
its range of motion.
Power and Drive
The JET JDP-17DX Drill Press comes with a powerful
3/4HP, 115V (only) TEFC (totally enclosed fan cooled)
motor. It is important to note that all JET motors are
rated using a continuous duty cycle rather than the
“peak” or “max developed” figures so many others still
use. A continuous duty cycle accurately depicts the
amount of power available during use, not just in spikes
or short bursts.
The motor is mounted at the rear of the powerhead and
incorporates an easy to use, tool free belt tensioning
system. This system makes changing spindle speeds fast
and easy. An industrial style push button switch set is mounted on the front of the head
where it is within easy reach.
The powerful 3/4HP motor is mounted
on an easy to use belt tensioning
system. The locks and tensioning
handle are easily accessible.
