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Drill Press Safety

Last updated 11 months ago
12 questions
Key Vocabulary

benchtop
A benchtop model is a small machine that is designed to be used on a workbench or table.
Example Sentence: The small benchtop drill press was perfect for my small workshop.

column
A column is a vertical support that holds up a structure.
Example Sentence: The column of the drill press connected the base to the head.

spindle
A spindle is a rotating shaft that holds a drill bit or other tool.
Example Sentence: The spindle of the drill press spun rapidly, turning the drill bit.

chuck
A chuck is a device that holds a drill bit or other tool securely.
Example Sentence: The chuck on the drill press had three jaws that gripped the drill bit tightly.

backstop
A backstop is a device that prevents a workpiece from moving or spinning while it is being drilled.
Example Sentence: The backstop helped to keep the small piece of wood from spinning while I drilled it.
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What is the purpose of the scrap piece of wood placed under the drill press table?

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What is the most important safety rule to follow when using a drill press?

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What is the name of the system that lets you raise or lower the table on a drill press?

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What is the main purpose of the base of a drill press?

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What is the purpose of the belt on a drill press?

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What is the name of the part that holds the drill bit in place?

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What is the purpose of the depth stop on a drill press?

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What is the purpose of the backstop on a drill press?

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What is the most important thing to do before using a drill press?

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What is the name of the part that connects the motor to the spindle?

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What is the name of the system that lets you adjust the speed of the drill bit?

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What should you do if you see a drill bit tearing out the wood when it exits the workpiece?