User:Jstapko/EngLab/DPConversion

Overview
This project is an alternative to the New Drill Press project, consisting of modifying the current drill press, a Central Machinery model 919 floor D.P. The project would replace the existing power switch with an OSHA compliant mushroom stop switch and covered start switch, as well as fit a commercially available bit guard to to the C.M. 919. It may also include adding a locking device to the belt cover to prevent unauthorized access, or an electrical interlock activated by the belt cover.

Sub Projects

 * selecting suitable start and stop buttons
 * selecting a cover for the start button
 * designing a mounting box that can be 3d printed
 * selecting a commercial bit guard and mounting it to the drill press
 * dealing with the belt cover issue

Materials to Buy
(based on initial search, subject to change if necessary)


 * momentary pushbutton start switch (this one is plastic to reduce costs, a metal one would be preferable if the additional expense were acceptable)


 * a cover for the start switch


 * A mushroom E-stop switch

Next Steps

 * make a link from the new drill press page to this one
 * make a link from the Eng Lab projects page to this one
 * make a return to Eng Lab link on this page
 * make a link on this page to the New D.P. page
 * discuss with Scott which exact parts to order, and if this is a path we even want to take
 * learn how to design stuff for the 3d printer
 * take detailed measurements of the model 919 and design a box for it