The most adjustable part of the drill press is the vertical movement of the drill bit, since this is the motion that is used in production.

• The capstan wheel (A) moves the drill head up and down.

• This movement can be locked (D)
• and there are point-to-point stops (B) for maintaining a specific length of travel.
• Gradations marked on the stationary part of the drill press (C) let the operator know where he is vertically.
• Both the drilling head and table can move vertically and rotate about the vertical guide post (b).
• The base of the drill press incorporates a work surface similar to the table's for oversize workpieces. The base can be bolted down, but often is not since forces on a drill press do not typically cause it to tip over.
  The drill is powered by an electric motor (I).