What do you guys prefer in terms of drill presses...benchtop- or floor-mounted? Also, why not use a benchtop-mounted mini mill instead of a drill press? The mini mill seems to be a lot more versatile than a drill press.
For example, a mini mill like this:
https://www.grizzly.com/products/Grizzly-4-x-16-Mini-Milling-Machine/G8689
Here's my situation:
(1) I am not a machinist, but I have operated lathes, mills, EDMs, etc.; a long time ago...under supervision.
(2) I have enough room in my garage to comfortably fit an 8 foot long workbench and a floor-mounted drill press. However, I would like to keep the free space (2.5 to 3 ft) open and use a benchtop-mounted drill press or mini mill.
(3) I am not ready to drop thousands of $$$ for a used Bridgeport and I am still 2-3 years away from building a shop with more space.
Thank you for your insight and advice.
For example, a mini mill like this:
https://www.grizzly.com/products/Grizzly-4-x-16-Mini-Milling-Machine/G8689
Here's my situation:
(1) I am not a machinist, but I have operated lathes, mills, EDMs, etc.; a long time ago...under supervision.
(2) I have enough room in my garage to comfortably fit an 8 foot long workbench and a floor-mounted drill press. However, I would like to keep the free space (2.5 to 3 ft) open and use a benchtop-mounted drill press or mini mill.
(3) I am not ready to drop thousands of $$$ for a used Bridgeport and I am still 2-3 years away from building a shop with more space.
Thank you for your insight and advice.