Does Ridgid offer a 15 inch drill press?

RIDGID introduces the new 15 inch Drill Press. Fully equipped with industry leading features, it would be a great addition to any shop. With Registration, it qualifies for the RIDGID Lifetime Service Agreement, giving the user free part and service for life. The Home Depot will provide an accessible format of PDFs upon request. Please contact us at

Do you need a floor standing drill press?

When you need to drill holes perfectly straight and true through metal, wood, or other materials on a frequent basis, a drill press is a must-have tool. Floor standing models are ideal when you’re working with larger workpieces or need maximum stability. The key is picking the right drill press for the types of jobs you need it for.

What is the best floor drill press?

The best floor drill press is the JET J-2500 15 Inch Drill Press. This drill press outperformed all the other models in most of my tests. It is powerful, versatile and built to last a long time. Drilling metal of various thickness presented no problems at all. The J-2500 was quieter and smoother than any of the other models.

How do I choose a heavy duty drill press?

If you’re drilling lots of metal, you want a heavy duty drill press built for high torque and powerful performance. Look for a 15 amp motor, variable speed control with a low RPM of around 200, larger 3/4 to 1 inch chuck, generous 12+ inch depth capacity and solid construction. Power and precision are key for metal.

Is a drill press a good tool for building projects?

Like a great character actor, a drill press doesn't enjoy the glamour or glory of a tablesaw or router, but it often still plays a critical—and often underappreciated—role in building projects. That's especially true when it comes to drilling precisely angled holes or multiple holes to the same depth.

How to choose a drill press table?

The size of the drill press table is another important factor, as it provides support for your workpieces. Larger tables give you more flexibility in terms of the size of material you can work with. Look for a table size of at least 20 by 20 inches. The table should also be easy to adjust up and down and able to lock securely in position.