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.
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.
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.
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.
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.