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Post by Scruffy21 Racing on Jan 14, 2009 17:51:23 GMT -7
Does anyone out here use the Proxxon Bench Drill Machine TBM115 with the Proxxon Micro Compound Table KT70? I am looking to purchase a drill press to use with my "Block" and I wanted to get some feedback on what folks are using. I have gotten feedback from Shade Tree on the Microlux drill press from Micro-Mark so if anyone has info on the Proxxon I love to hear what you think.
Thanks.
Scruffy21 Racing...
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Post by Carolina Gravity Sports on Jan 14, 2009 18:33:15 GMT -7
Does anyone out here use the Proxxon Bench Drill Machine TBM115 with the Proxxon Micro Compound Table KT70? I have that exact set-up and it works great, all I use it for is drilling axle holes and so far I have no complaints with it at all.  |
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Post by Mayhem Miller on Jan 18, 2009 11:13:17 GMT -7
I'm in the same boat, trying to drill axle holes with my Lowes benchtop drill press that has a runout of about 1/2 inch makes alignment a little difficult...
I've looked all over for reviews on both the Proxxon and the Microlux and havnt had much luck.
So if anyone else could let us know what your using for a drill press that would be great.
Thanks-
Mayhem
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Post by Fat Boy on Jan 18, 2009 11:24:44 GMT -7
i bought the proxxon a few weeks ago, and have trashed pretty much everything i have buit prior !! |
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Post by johna745 on Jan 18, 2009 11:34:02 GMT -7
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Post by Shade Racing on Jan 18, 2009 12:59:50 GMT -7
I got microlux with X-Y table might need some very good drill bits    one reason I went with the microlux was price the deluxe model was on sale before Christmas for $174.00 & microlux the chuck comes with the drill press with proxxon you buy it separate |
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Post by Mayhem Miller on Jan 19, 2009 0:46:03 GMT -7
So with your microlux was there any adjustment needed to true up the chuck to the table? Also, did your microlux come with a regular drill press type chuck (i dont know the actual term) or what. I thought the proxxon had a chuck that was similar to a dremel tool that twists tight rather than using a key?
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Post by Shade Racing on Jan 19, 2009 7:06:00 GMT -7
So with your microlux was there any adjustment needed to true up the chuck to the table? Also, did your microlux come with a regular drill press type chuck (i dont know the actual term) or what. I thought the proxxon had a chuck that was similar to a dremel tool that twists tight rather than using a key? you slide the drill press head on the table shaft & tighten down then the chuck presses on to the drill shaft all a tight fit; the chuck has a key wrench to tighten up drill bit the drill press come with a philips screwdriver, wrench, allen wrenches,& all kinds of small nuts& bolts nothing had to be trued up I saw, proxxon don't come with a chuck you have to buy it separate; I think it uses a chuck key also ,maybe some of the guys that use them will chaim in |
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Post by Carolina Gravity Sports on Jan 19, 2009 10:58:54 GMT -7
With the Proxxon, you have to buy the chuck separate. It comes with a collet type bit holder and that is what I use when drilling holes. I also have the Chuck but the I just use the collet to hold my bits. I use brad point bits from Advantage drill bits. I have some #43's and #44's from them. They are a bit pricey but it is a very good quality bit. |
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Post by Scruffy21 Racing on Jan 19, 2009 11:30:05 GMT -7
Carolina,
How much does your setup weigh? Any idea?
Scruffy21....
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Post by Carolina Gravity Sports on Jan 19, 2009 21:25:19 GMT -7
Carolina, How much does your setup weigh? Any idea? Scruffy21.... I would say the drill press and the X-Y table is around 10 - 12 lbs. It's very small only about 14" tall. It takes up very litlle space, yet it is extremely accurate.  |
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Post by F.A.S.T Racing on Jan 21, 2009 8:51:17 GMT -7
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Post by 2FAST4U on Jan 21, 2009 11:38:33 GMT -7
[/color] [/quote] *** THAT IS ALMOST AS GOOD, AS USING THE BLOCK *** |
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Post by F.A.S.T Racing on Jan 21, 2009 19:37:56 GMT -7
THE BLOCK makes it easy
to drill straight/perpendicular axle holes.
Even with my drill press.....
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Post by Mayhem Miller on Jan 25, 2009 9:21:43 GMT -7
Well I broke down and ordered the Microlux today with the x-y table. Total price was $279 with shipping, so about $30 less than the proxxon.. I guess if my cars are still slow I can blame it on the fact I didnt order the proxxon..
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