Proxxon Drill/Grinder FBS 240/E

Specification

5,000 - 20,000rpm.

Maximum power consumption 100W, 230V.

Keyless chuck with 0.3-3.2mm capacity.

Length 185mm and mass 450g.

Insulated according to class 2 requirements.

Stable housing of POLYAMIDE with soft components in the finger grip area.

Review

This drill/grinder has a nice weight and feel to it. The speed range is good with enough power that you're not going to stall this easily.

The flexible shaft is great. The drill has a hoop to allow it to be hung above the workbench.

I used the shaft with the sanding bobbin as shown to shape the connecting rod on my engine project. Before...

...after...

OK, with some varnish applied as well.

The drill stand is great if you need to drill lots of small (up to 3.2mm) holes, especially useful if you work on electronic boards.

Price: Drill/Grinder approx £50.00 from Axminster Tool Centre.

Price: Flexible shaft approx £32.00

Price: Drill stand approx £45.00

Conclusion

A great drill and would highly recommend the flexible shaft.

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