Pull Gear Speed Reducer for a Drill Press

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The real question is how much torque can the belt and pulleys transmit. I have a WT/Rockwell radial drill with 16 speeds and a 3 phase motor with VFD...

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Mr. Pete's video is how I figured out how it worked.

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It has to be mounted vertically to keep the lubricant in. It was designed for drill presses. The speed would get down to about 150 to 300 rpms depending...

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I came on this recently when a friend purchased and drill press and this was on it. I am helping him get it into running condition. He will be replacing...

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Some of this may seem obvious, so forgive me for writing it. Drill out the center hole to ½". Make a press plate from heavy steel with a hole that...

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To add to the above, use a minimum of 4,000 psi mix. The added cost is very small. Also, use a concrete contractor who is qualified to do commercial work...