PM 1200HD or 1150HD DP Opinions...

[Derek Arita]

At looking at the PM 1150HD and 1200HD drill presses. I'd like to know if anyone has one of the these and what they think of them, both good and bad. I'm also wondering why the larger, higher hp 1200 HD has a max spindle speed of about 1800rpm, while the lower hp 1150 has a spindle speed of 4200rpm. Thoughts?

[John Weber]

Derek,

I have a 1150a and it is a wonderful machine. The HD's have the electronic control for excellent speed control and power. As for the speed, I rarely go above 1,800 rpm, I not sure why the speed range is what it is, but they are excellent machines.

John