This press has worked like a charm for my projects ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxajoEbapTfqWaadnqb04h6U576yxXp-FE . I didn't even secure it to my table top, mainly due to the fact that I was using a 15 lbs drill vise. It's not flimsy at all as to what others have claimed it to be. Make sure the locking nuts and levers are secured and there won't be any issues with light pressure and patience. I was able to drill through aluminum, plastic, and steel (steel took a while) with no problems at all. Yeah it took a little longer than a regular drill press, but I don't have the space OR the money for one.The instruction manual was worthless, but luckily assembling the press was intuitive. However, the manual would be good for ordering replacement parts if needed. There is a nice breakdown of the parts that are included in the kit. Before ordering, make sure it is compatible with your unit, it is clearly stated what models the press is compatible with.This was an excellent purchase for $40!!
Hey Ron, thanks for being an inspiration for at least the last 10 of the 20 years I've been working professionally in the trade of home improvement and restoration. I've gotten many ideas from your videos which I have blended into my own personal set up, always striving for the best efficiency and workmanship I can hope to deliver to my customers.
Used one similar for years for stair case spindle holes. Best part was having a depth stop. It has some play in it side to side so you have to center taking that into consideration. The one I had didn’t adjust for angles so you had to screw angle blocks to the base to establish the angle for the spindle holes in the rail going up the stairs. The blocks ride against the beads on each side allowing you to clamp it on the rail. Drilled a bunch of holes over the years with it, helped to take the guesswork out and make the process easier.
UJK recommends you limit your drilling angle to 55 degrees for safety purposes on most projects, but it does have the extra capability when securely fixed to your working surface with screws or strong clamps.
Thanks Ron, just bought the Rockler version last week, Only difference is the Rockler version only angles one direction. Otherwise the same in function and build quality, I suspect both come from same source. Have a unique reason for the purchase; I am using it to drill perfectly perpendicular 9/16” holes in wall studs to screw in 5/8” all-thread rods for super strong floating shelves. Who knew?! A drill press for the wall!!
I can’t believe I didn’t make getting one of these a higher priority. It is easy to grab and use. This channel needs some more Kevin “how to” videos. 😎🤙
This looks exactly like an orange version of the Rockler guide. Or is the Rockler guide an orange version of this? Or is it a joint product and Rockler makes the US one and UJK makes the UK one? I don't know but they look virtually identical. I have owned the Rockler guide for a couple years. It's ok though the tightening of the angle is not fantastic, it tends to slip at times, I wish it had some locking stops like a miter saw has, at least for the straight up 90 degree position (or 0 degree depending on what you're referencing)
Nice, but I agree with MrTresto. It is exactly the same as Rockler's guide. So much so that I wouldn't doubt that they come from the same factory. I own the UJK Parf Guide for my MFT tops and really like the precision. When I got TSO's email about this and saw the price, I was excited to get something that was half of Rockler's.....until I found out that Rockler's comes with the vice. Thanks for sharing.
I m thinking about looking for a spring and upgrading it with one on the side without the stop just like the woodpeckers version. You think this will work?
Most of the time, i would never use a tool scale for an angle. Usually, i am picking it up with a bevel gauge and set the angle from that. That is the cleanest way rather than trying to read the angle then set that, based on the tool scale. Even if i am building from plans. I would pick up the angle from a precision tool with the bevel gauge. Then adjust the with bevel gauge. Mostly the tool "gauge" is to get me close before i break out the machinist tools.
The rockler tool keeps the drill point in the same place regardless of the angle. The UJK does not. This Is because the pivot points are in different positions. I have this tool, the rockier isn't sold in United Kingdom.
The drill carriage is always down. It is touching whatever you are going to drill. You cannot chuck a drill and have it held off the work surface unless you engage the depth stops and then you have to reset them to do anything. The supports should have springs so that there is not constant engagement with the work surface. The springs do not have to be powerful. A drill weighs less tha 10 pounds so the springs can be rated at that. It is not hard to press down against 10 pounds or less. The drill chuck is limited to 10 mm as you said. There are no positive stops on the angle adjustment. This is not a good tool.
Agreed. All of these guides are a bit wonky. I have the Rockler version, which has many of the features you suggest and I still need to affix it to a wider base and clamp it to avoid errors.
Jeff, for what I do it is a great tool. I have purchased and returned a few others and this is exactly what I have been looking for. The good news is that you have choices so if this one doesn't work for you then you can try other options.
I don't agree. The addition of springs commonly used in similar drill guides can severely restrict the depth of cut. I needed to drill 150mm deep holes and this guide allowed me to do this very accurately.
This press has worked like a charm for my projects ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxajoEbapTfqWaadnqb04h6U576yxXp-FE . I didn't even secure it to my table top, mainly due to the fact that I was using a 15 lbs drill vise. It's not flimsy at all as to what others have claimed it to be. Make sure the locking nuts and levers are secured and there won't be any issues with light pressure and patience. I was able to drill through aluminum, plastic, and steel (steel took a while) with no problems at all. Yeah it took a little longer than a regular drill press, but I don't have the space OR the money for one.The instruction manual was worthless, but luckily assembling the press was intuitive. However, the manual would be good for ordering replacement parts if needed. There is a nice breakdown of the parts that are included in the kit. Before ordering, make sure it is compatible with your unit, it is clearly stated what models the press is compatible with.This was an excellent purchase for $40!!
Hey Ron, thanks for being an inspiration for at least the last 10 of the 20 years I've been working professionally in the trade of home improvement and restoration. I've gotten many ideas from your videos which I have blended into my own personal set up, always striving for the best efficiency and workmanship I can hope to deliver to my customers.
Scott, glad to hear that the Smart Woodshop is helping. Ron😎🤙
Used one similar for years for stair case spindle holes. Best part was having a depth stop. It has some play in it side to side so you have to center taking that into consideration. The one I had didn’t adjust for angles so you had to screw angle blocks to the base to establish the angle for the spindle holes in the rail going up the stairs. The blocks ride against the beads on each side allowing you to clamp it on the rail. Drilled a bunch of holes over the years with it, helped to take the guesswork out and make the process easier.
UJK recommends you limit your drilling angle to 55 degrees for safety purposes on most projects, but it does have the extra capability when securely fixed to your working surface with screws or strong clamps.
Thanks Ron, just bought the Rockler version last week, Only difference is the Rockler version only angles one direction. Otherwise the same in function and build quality, I suspect both come from same source.
Have a unique reason for the purchase; I am using it to drill perfectly perpendicular 9/16” holes in wall studs to screw in 5/8” all-thread rods for super strong floating shelves.
Who knew?! A drill press for the wall!!
I can’t believe I didn’t make getting one of these a higher priority. It is easy to grab and use. This channel needs some more Kevin “how to” videos. 😎🤙
This looks great. I might invest in one.
I'd like to see some sub bases on this with adjustable cleats and lips on the edge for a jig.
I used this to drill the dog hole’s in my Paulk bench!
Thanks for sharing, Ron!
Very cool!
Nice tool Ron. Thanks!
Nice! Great presentation!
This looks exactly like an orange version of the Rockler guide. Or is the Rockler guide an orange version of this? Or is it a joint product and Rockler makes the US one and UJK makes the UK one? I don't know but they look virtually identical. I have owned the Rockler guide for a couple years. It's ok though the tightening of the angle is not fantastic, it tends to slip at times, I wish it had some locking stops like a miter saw has, at least for the straight up 90 degree position (or 0 degree depending on what you're referencing)
Nice, but I agree with MrTresto. It is exactly the same as Rockler's guide. So much so that I wouldn't doubt that they come from the same factory. I own the UJK Parf Guide for my MFT tops and really like the precision. When I got TSO's email about this and saw the price, I was excited to get something that was half of Rockler's.....until I found out that Rockler's comes with the vice. Thanks for sharing.
I got the vise, but haven't used it yet.
Clicked the link and found that TSO is offering a UJK 13mm or 1/2" chuck as an optional accessory, I would want that too.
The 1/4” hex shank with the indent is for an impact driver, or a quick chuck, not a magnetic bit holder.
True be it works in a magnetic tips as well.
The UJK and Rockler portable drill guides look remarkably similar. Do you know if they are made by the same manufacturer?
That’s a great price. Woodpeckers is double that price for their base (fixed base) model and triple the price for their premium model.
Is this drill guide the same as the Rockler one? Made by the same company? I like UJK anodize color better of course.
That, I can't speak to as I haven't got my hands on a Rockler
Hi Ron does the UJK have a 1/2 drill chuck
Yes, they do. It is an option. I have one but haven't changed it over yet. I am planning on setting mine up with 1/2" permanently.
I m thinking about looking for a spring and upgrading it with one on the side without the stop just like the woodpeckers version. You think this will work?
I haven't tried it so can't be much help. Let us know what you figure out and how it works. Ron😎🤙
Most of the time, i would never use a tool scale for an angle. Usually, i am picking it up with a bevel gauge and set the angle from that. That is the cleanest way rather than trying to read the angle then set that, based on the tool scale. Even if i am building from plans. I would pick up the angle from a precision tool with the bevel gauge. Then adjust the with bevel gauge. Mostly the tool "gauge" is to get me close before i break out the machinist tools.
That is the exact same one sold by rockler
how is the UJK guide different than the one Rockler sells? Did UJK lease the rights from Rockler?
The rockler tool keeps the drill point in the same place regardless
of the angle. The UJK does not. This Is because the pivot points are in different positions. I have this tool, the rockier isn't sold in United Kingdom.
My reply was wrong, sorry. Its the woodpecker tool that has the different geometry. Again not available here in UK.
The drill carriage is always down. It is touching whatever you are going to drill. You cannot chuck a drill and have it held off the work surface unless you engage the depth stops and then you have to reset them to do anything. The supports should have springs so that there is not constant engagement with the work surface. The springs do not have to be powerful. A drill weighs less tha 10 pounds so the springs can be rated at that. It is not hard to press down against 10 pounds or less. The drill chuck is limited to 10 mm as you said. There are no positive stops on the angle adjustment. This is not a good tool.
Agreed. All of these guides are a bit wonky. I have the Rockler version, which has many of the features you suggest and I still need to affix it to a wider base and clamp it to avoid errors.
Jeff, for what I do it is a great tool. I have purchased and returned a few others and this is exactly what I have been looking for. The good news is that you have choices so if this one doesn't work for you then you can try other options.
I don't agree. The addition of springs commonly used in similar drill guides can severely restrict the depth of cut. I needed to drill 150mm deep holes and this guide allowed me to do this very accurately.
your disingenuous post titles aren’t doing anyone justice!