{"title":"Radial Arm Drills","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat are radial arm drills and what are they used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadial arm drills\u003c\/strong\u003e are mechanical machines of great versatility for carrying out industrial processes. They are mainly used for \u003cstrong\u003ehole machining\u003c\/strong\u003e, using their metal-cutting mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo do this, radial arm drills use a tool called a drill bit, which has several cutting edges. It can be used on almost any type of material, with \u003cstrong\u003emetal, glass and wood being the most common.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drill bit must be changed according to the type of material being worked, as some bits are designed specifically for \u003cstrong\u003eworking certain types of material.\u003c\/strong\u003e The operations that radial arm drills can perform include \u003cstrong\u003eroughing, countersinking and hole drilling,\u003c\/strong\u003e among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA notable feature of these machines is that they are available in different designs. \u003cstrong\u003eSome are floor-mounted,\u003c\/strong\u003e but there are also versions fixed to a worktable. The type of design affects how difficult it is to reposition and locate the workpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith radial arm drills fixed to the worktable, the workpieces are easier to handle, since \u003cstrong\u003ethe arm can extend over the material without difficulty \u003c\/strong\u003eas far as its length allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is worth noting that these machines are designed to work even with very large materials. If the material is very large, \u003cstrong\u003ecranes are usually used to position it\u003c\/strong\u003e on the worktable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern radial arm drills are also very easy to operate because they incorporate Computer Numerical Control (CNC). This system automates the process by computer, so that \u003cstrong\u003epinpoint accuracy and much faster work can be guaranteed:\u003c\/strong\u003e you only need to enter the required parameters into the system and the drill does all the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, these CNC drills have up to four workstations and can be programmed to change their tools automatically, so they are also \u003cstrong\u003eable to work on several workpieces at once.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, automatic programming makes the drilling process much simpler, as it \u003cstrong\u003eallows the arm to carry out all the tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Heller RDE60\/1600 electronic radial arm drill\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/0675\/5412\/files\/taladro-radial-con-pantalla-tactil-min-1-1.png?v=1742481602\u0026amp;width=900\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the radial arm drill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadial arm drills, also known as jib drills,\u003c\/strong\u003e are part of the family of pillar drills. The name comes from the fact that \u003cstrong\u003ethey are characterised by a horizontal bed.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most cases the workholding table sits on top of that bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workholding table has various devices designed to clamp the workpiece. In addition, \u003cstrong\u003ethere is also a cylindrical column\u003c\/strong\u003e that rises above the horizontal bed. The horizontal arm is mounted on this column and can move up and down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this respect, the most important parts of the radial arm drill are the \u003cstrong\u003edrilling head, the arm and the column.\u003c\/strong\u003e The head is mounted on the arm and can rotate. The reach is variable, since arms come in different lengths. The arm is moved by a worm drive or a rack, which together make up a lifting mechanism that can be found on the column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is worth noting that a carriage, fitted with a tool head, runs on the horizontal guideways of the arm. This head drives the mechanisms that allow \u003cstrong\u003etraversing movement, vertical travel and rotation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe radial arm drill has the advantage of being the only type of drill that can be oriented radially, which makes it a highly versatile tool,\u003cstrong\u003e especially when used with large workpieces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParts of radial arm drills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eparts that make up radial arm drills\u003c\/strong\u003e are as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eColumn\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why the machine is considered a pillar-type machine. This part \u003cstrong\u003esupports the radial arm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLifting mechanism\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mechanism is responsible for \u003cstrong\u003eadjusting the height of the radial arm\u003c\/strong\u003e on the column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eArm clamp\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the part responsible for \u003cstrong\u003eholding the radial arm in place.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWorktable\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the area where \u003cstrong\u003ethe workpieces are placed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBase\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is the part responsible for \u003cstrong\u003esupporting the table and the column.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpindle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spindle is the part that \u003cstrong\u003eholds the drill chuck.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDrilling head\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the mechanism that \u003cstrong\u003edrills the workpieces, making holes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRadial arm\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism that \u003cstrong\u003eholds the drilling head and can move\u003c\/strong\u003e in different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccessories compatible with the radial arm drill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome accessories are \u003cstrong\u003edesigned to add new functionality to the radial arm drill.\u003c\/strong\u003e They are not needed for basic operations on this machine but are used for \u003cstrong\u003especialised work.\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Key release tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Eyebolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Taper sleeve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Box table shaped to fit the worktable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Settling tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tapping chuck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Quick-change chuck system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Floor stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Grease gun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Rotary table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther machines you may be interested in\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/drilling-machines\"\u003eIndustrial drilling machines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pillar-drills\"\u003ePillar drills\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\"\u003eUnsure which machine to choose? 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Its automatic feed system and the variety of adjustable speeds ensure precise control and adaptability to different materials, from ferrous metals to plastics and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model has an integrated coolant system that improves process efficiency and extends the life of the cutting tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRD32\/800\u003c\/strong\u003e drill is the perfect choice for professionals looking for a radial arm drill that combines durability, accuracy and ease of use, ideal for applications in sectors such as metallurgy, construction and industrial manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HELLER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50798000898388,"sku":"RD32\/800 HELLER","price":10500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/0675\/5412\/files\/taladro-radial-heller_0fa442ed-4ff2-4270-8127-a956d16976a6.png?v=1742480893"},{"product_id":"taladro-radial-heller-rd60_1600","title":"Heller RD60\/1600 radial arm drill","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eradial arm drill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e RD60\/1600\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to meet the most demanding machining challenges in industrial environments. 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