Bosch PBD 40 Bench drill

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Originally Posted by micmcg

Hey mate, do you have a part number or a direct link to hafco? Having trouble finding it

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Here's the link. I think the part number is either DY999 or #16104001C.

And my plan to use an aluminium pipe as a sleeve to reduce the bore worked a treat with a bit of sanding. You will also have to tap a M8 hole for the retaining grub screw. The 3 spoke handle already has a 6mm hole that is the right size for the M8 grub screw but it's in the wrong location. it needs to be about 7.5mm from the base. Good luck.



Here's a photo of it mounted to the drill....


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Originally Posted by KahoyKutter

Here's the link. I think the part number is either DY999 or #16104001C.

And my plan to use an aluminium pipe as a sleeve to reduce the bore worked a treat with a bit of sanding. You will also have to tap a M8 hole for the retaining grub screw. The 3 spoke handle already has a 6mm hole that is the right size for the M8 grub screw but it's in the wrong location. it needs to be about 7.5mm from the base. Good luck.



Here's a photo of it mounted to the drill....


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Do you find it works better than the wheel?

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Originally Posted by micmcg

Do you find it works better than the wheel?

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Yes, it is infinitely better. The OEM wheel is just not ergonomic. With the 3 spoke, I can get the full travel with one smooth single-handed action.

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Originally Posted by KahoyKutter

Yes, it is infinitely better. The OEM wheel is just not ergonomic. With the 3 spoke, I can get the full travel with one smooth single-handed action.

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Great. I put a steering wheel knob on mine and it improved things but it’s still not great. Will do your mod.

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Originally Posted by KahoyKutter

And my plan to use an aluminium pipe as a sleeve to reduce the bore worked a treat with a bit of sanding. You will also have to tap a M8 hole for the retaining grub screw.

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Hey, do you have any material left over from the pipe?
I'd be happy to pay you, plus cover postage if you'd be willing to cut off a bit.
It would save me having to source and order the right pipe and would just end up wasting what I don't use.

What did you end up having to sand to make it fit?

I just ordered a PBD40 tonight and will also order that 3-spoke handle and do your mod. That wheel looks really awkward to use, and it sounds like your mod is way better!

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Originally Posted by azaram

Hey, do you have any material left over from the pipe?
I'd be happy to pay you, plus cover postage if you'd be willing to cut off a bit.
It would save me having to source and order the right pipe and would just end up wasting what I don't use.

What did you end up having to sand to make it fit?

I just ordered a PBD40 tonight and will also order that 3-spoke handle and do your mod. That wheel looks really awkward to use, and it sounds like your mod is way better!

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Mate, tbh I have no idea what I did with the leftover pipe but you're not really saving anything by getting it from me. Here's the eBay link of where I got it from. It's not very expensive and most of the cost is for postage which would be the same if I were to send it to you.

As for what you have to sand, you're going to have to see what the fit is like between your aluminium pipe's inner and outer diameter, the inner bore of the handle, and the diameter of the shaft on your drill. Each have manufacturing tolerances and all 3 could be totally different to mine. In my case I had to sand both the inner and outer diameter of the aluminium pipe to make it fit. This is easier to sanding the inner diameter of the handwheel hub (cast iron) and the shaft on the drill (hardened steel) as aluminium is quite soft and the tube is more accessible. Just sand a bit at a time and test for fit regularly. Even if you stuff up, you'll have enough aluminium pipe to make several sleeves if you need to.

Good luck.

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Originally Posted by KahoyKutter

Mate, tbh I have no idea what I did with the leftover pipe but you're not really saving anything by getting it from me.

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No problem.
I was thinking I might measure it up once it all arrives and then design up a few sleeves in Fusion 360 with varying tolerances and 3D print them.

BTW, Machinery House said they sold the last handle to me and that the manufacturer can no longer supply them. :down:
I'd offer to make up sleeves for others, but it seems like there's no point.

FYI it’s on sale again on Amazon right now for $299 as a Black Friday deal.


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I picked one of these up off Amazon, three day turn around, set it up yesterday and I have to say I’m impressed with it, quick set up, mounted on my existing drill bench, removed safety guard and fired it up after reading the manual (sure) .
very quiet compared to my hitachi drill mounted in my Record Power drill stand, laser is accurate enough for my needs, lights good. Positive depth stop, easy height adjustment and the chuck is a breeze to use.
very happy with it.

I got one of these last year when they were on special and a trial amazon prime membership gave free express shipping to replace an Ozito (I gave it to a mate as I really, really hated it), and have been using it heaps ever since, mainly with a 40mm forstner bit drilling 25mm deep holes in hardwoods.

It's performed absolutely stellar since day 1, no detectable chuck wobble, not the most powerful drill by any means but more than powerful enough for the purpose.

If you see them on special I'd highly recommend one! They're a really nice unit!

Such a joy not having to changes belts too like on my old Ozito, I know it's trivial but man I really hated that! And also when the stupid chuck would fall out!

Yes, it’s great that such a reasonably priced consumer item actually works so well. I can’t see me ever going back to a belt drive unit.

Just wondering if $399 is the best price to pick one of these up at the moment? Cheers

They do seem to routinely come on special around the $275-$300 mark, so if you're not in a hurry just check periodically.

If you haven't signed up before, you could also sign up for a trial with Amazon Prime if they offer the free shipping. Saves an extra $15 or so (quit after it's delivered).

cheers, Ian

WOW, that is a bargain price compared to what I paid. I'm glad that I have had good use out of mine in the intervening years or I might feel cheated. I'm still happy with mine.

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Originally Posted by Xanthorrhoeas

WOW, that is a bargain price compared to what I paid. I'm glad that I have had good use out of mine in the intervening years or I might feel cheated. I'm still happy with mine.

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I did get mine very cheap at the time, but I think for that size class they do seem to be the best around, so you've done well getting one regardless.

cheers, Ian

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Originally Posted by aarggh

They do seem to routinely come on special around the $275-$300 mark, so if you're not in a hurry just check periodically.

If you haven't signed up before, you could also sign up for a trial with Amazon Prime if they offer the free shipping. Saves an extra $15 or so (quit after it's delivered).

cheers, Ian

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Thanks Ill get an eye on it

Just a heads up to anyone wanting a Bosch Bench Drill PBD 40. It is on sale now (Amazon Prime sale) for $319. You have to be an Amazon Prime member to get the sale price. You can sign up for a 1 month free trial though to qualify. I just bought one. :yippy:

Cheers
Lyndon

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Originally Posted by BEM

Just a heads up to anyone wanting a Bosch Bench Drill PBD 40. It is on sale now (Amazon Prime sale) for $319. You have to be an Amazon Prime member to get the sale price. You can sign up for a 1 month free trial though to qualify. I just bought one. :yippy:

Cheers
Lyndon

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Thanks for the heads up mate [emoji106]

For those interested in the this drill, it's slightly cheaper from Amazon UK at $305. You still buy it via AmazonOz, you just have to search for it......or you could just click on this link.



And BTW, it looks like the sale ends in 13 hours and counting.

I love mine but decided I needed to change the handle...

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Hi jimbo16,

Where did you get your handle? The link KahoyKutter didn't actually show a handle but rather all the drill accessories and the part number wasn't correct.
Do you like the handle you installed?

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Originally Posted by BEM

....The link KahoyKutter didn't actually show a handle but rather all the drill accessories and the part number wasn't correct.

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The link used to point to the actual part but it looks like that particular handwheel has been superseded by this one. It looks very similar but the part # is now DT998.

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Originally Posted by BEM

Hi jimbo16,

Where did you get your handle? The link KahoyKutter didn't actually show a handle but rather all the drill accessories and the part number wasn't correct.
Do you like the handle you installed?

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Yeah love it. It is the replacement feed hub + handle for the chinese made Z512 bench drill.

eg
Bench Drill Machines Parts - Feed Hub Wheel & 195mm Handle-Z512 Z516 Z4116 Z4120 | eBay
1SET Drill Press Machines Parts Feed Hub Wheel Z512 2 Z512B Z4116 Z4120 Z4125 Handle Seat And Handle Accessories|Drilling Machine| - AliExpress

Just need an M6x20mm grub screw and a bit of tubing to shim from 19mm (3/4") to 22mm (7/8"). I used a bit of 19mm irrigation tubing from Bunnings.
Holman 19mm x 1m Poly Pipe | Bunnings Warehouse
Works really well. Very secure.
Or this might work as a shim
6063 Aluminum Round Tube 22mm OD 19mm Inner Dia 300mm Length Tubing | eBay
Just needs to be 22mm OD and 19mm ID with wall thickness of 1.5mm or there-abouts.

Oh. Ok. I had seen that handle but I wasn't sure as the number was one different. I thought it looked similar. Thanks KahoyKutter.
Are you still happy with the handle an year later?

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Originally Posted by KahoyKutter

The link used to point to the actual part but it looks like that particular handwheel has been superseded by this one. It looks very similar but the part # is now DT998.

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Apparently DT998 and DT999 are no longer available. Shame, I wanted to give them a try to see if I like them better than my current replacement.

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Originally Posted by BEM

Oh. Ok. I had seen that handle but I wasn't sure as the number was one different. I thought it looked similar. Thanks KahoyKutter.
Are you still happy with the handle an year later?

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Yep, I'm still very happy with the replacement handle but it looks to be a moot point if it's no longer available.

I think I was very lucky to get it at this price. I have not seen it this low since I got mine.
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Bosch Bench Drill PBD 40 (710 Watt, Parallel Guide and Clamp Included, in Box) (B07J3D5YDT) | Amazon price tracker / tracking, Amazon price history charts, Amazon price watches, Amazon price drop alerts | camelcamelcamel.com

Aldi AU may follow Aldi UK and release a cheap copy of the Bosch...
ALDI Scheppach DP60 Bench Pillar Drill Oct 2020 - YouTube

Looks like Aldi are selling this cheap copy on the 28th Nov under the Ferrex brand for $169.

https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-sat-28-november/saturday-detail-wk48/ps/p/digital-drill-press-710w/

Although to keep the price down they have changed the chuck and eliminated the 2 speed gearbox and depth measurement. Also I think the Scheppach unit sold in the UK is 900w whereas this Ferrex unit is 710w (like the Bosch). It might be worth keeping an eye out to see if Amazon AU drops the price of the Bosch unit in response.

Hi All,

Amazon are selling the Bosch drill for $299.00 & FREE Delivery for Black Friday. What a great deal. I wish I'd waited. :doh: Go for it!

Aldi are selling what looks to be a rebranded PDB40 this Saturday

$169. :2tsup:

Digital Drill Press 710W - ALDI Australia


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https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/585561

The Aldi drill isn't a rebranded Bosch. There are features missing. I think I read that as usual it's a Sheppach. The model is Scheppach Drill Press DP60.
The Bosch PBD 40 meanwhile is down to $279 on the Black Friday sale now.

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The Aldi drill isn't a rebranded Bosch. There are features missing. I think I read that as usual it's a Sheppach. The model is Scheppach Drill Press DP60.
The Bosch PBD 40 meanwhile is down to $279 on the Black Friday sale now.

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The Aldi UK Scheppach drill press has a different spec to the Aldi AU Ferrex drill press. 900w vs 710w. Two speed gearbox vs single speed gearbox. Digital depth sensor vs no sensor. Keyless chuck vs keyed chuck.

Im an Aldi shopper,so saw the advance notice of the Ferrex drill press.I have the Bosch already. i lined up with my mate at Aldi this morning,as he was going to try the Ferrex, joined the 20 or so door crashers at 8.30, however no ferrex drill press in stock, told my mate about the black friday sale on amazon, he has purchased one at the great sale price, i think he is much better off.I also purchased on Amazon , even cheaper a year ago, thanks everyone for spreading the word,Rossco

I just changed the chuck on my PBD40. It’s the same brand (Röhm) but a higher spec’ed version. I doesn’t have the annoying lock ring, just a twist lock mechanism. I got it after watching this YouTube video on changing it. The new chuck has 1/3 the amount of run out as the original, which is only supposed to be fitted to hand drills. Not pedestal drills. I waited a few months to buy it on Amazon till the price dropped from its usual ~$170 down to $118. It’s probably more applicable to metal workers but I couldn’t help myself.
The wobble in the spindle that Chris Parks mentioned is still there but its never caused a problem with what I’m working on.

Lyndon

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Originally Posted by BEM

I just changed the chuck on my PBD40. It’s the same brand (Röhm) but a higher spec’ed version. I doesn’t have the annoying lock ring, just a twist lock mechanism. I got it after watching this YouTube video on changing it. The new chuck has 1/3 the amount of run out as the original, which is only supposed to be fitted to hand drills. Not pedestal drills. I waited a few months to buy it on Amazon till the price dropped from its usual ~$170 down to $118. It’s probably more applicable to metal workers but I couldn’t help myself.
The wobble in the spindle that Chris Parks mentioned is still there but Its never caused a problem with what I’m working on.

Lyndon

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Legend! Just ordered the same chuck to do the modification. Thanks so much for sharing here!

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Originally Posted by BEM

I just changed the chuck on my PBD40. It’s the same brand (Röhm) but a higher spec’ed version. I doesn’t have the annoying lock ring, just a twist lock mechanism. I got it after watching this YouTube video on changing it. The new chuck has 1/3 the amount of run out as the original, which is only supposed to be fitted to hand drills. Not pedestal drills. I waited a few months to buy it on Amazon till the price dropped from its usual ~$170 down to $118. It’s probably more applicable to metal workers but I couldn’t help myself.
The wobble in the spindle that Chris Parks mentioned is still there but its never caused a problem with what I’m working on.

Lyndon

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I'd do this mod if I wasn't just about to upgrade. Cheers.

No worries micmcg. We gotta share the good stuff when we come across it.

Mike. What are you upgrading to? A Nova Viking or Voyager?

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Originally Posted by BEM

What are you upgrading to? A Nova Viking or Voyager?

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Probably just the Viking unless I win the lottery. I don't need the extra hp of the Voyager or it's "bells & whistles".