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Main => Woodworking => Topic started by: jonas_g on October 01, 2009, 02:37:00 pm

Title: bosch psr 1440
Post by: jonas_g on October 01, 2009, 02:37:00 pm

As you've read from my subject line, I own a bosch psr 1440.

(http://www.alltoolsdirect.co.uk/ekmps/shops/alltoolsdirect/images/psr14_2bat.jpg)

I don't know anything about woodworking, used a circular saw once. But I'm on the great road of building my very own personalised cabinet.
Could I utilize the tool I own with a spade or forstner bit to drill holes for my buttons ?

Title: Re: bosch psr 1440
Post by: bungy on October 01, 2009, 03:19:38 pm

You should be fine with that drill.  BUT, your holes will not be perfectly straight, and that drill might be a bit underpowered.  If you can get a drill guide, it will help keep the drill perfectly perpendicular to your work.

http://www.google.com/products?hl=en&source=hp&q=drill+guide&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=h_7ESviUGdPYlAeHq7CSAw&sa=X&oi=product_result_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CCMQrQQwAA

I don't have a drill guide so I can't make a recommendation, maybe someone else can?

Title: Re: bosch psr 1440
Post by: jonas_g on October 01, 2009, 03:24:22 pm

If you look at this website: http://www.gamma.com/products.html?id=139

would the second or third be any better then the bosch psr 1440 ?

Title: Re: bosch psr 1440
Post by: bungy on October 01, 2009, 04:09:03 pm

I don't know about Gamma, but bosch is a reliable brand.
I would say go for the 18 volt model if you can find / afford it.

Title: Re: bosch psr 1440
Post by: jonas_g on October 01, 2009, 04:26:07 pm

Is it possible to drill holes through metal plates with a bosch 18Volt model ?

Title: Re: bosch psr 1440
Post by: bungy on October 01, 2009, 05:07:15 pm

Yeah, it should work no problem.  Just make sure you use the right bit - titanium coated or cobalt high speed twist bit.  If your workpiece is thick, add some oil for lubricant as it will get very hot.