JET J-2530 Fifteen-Inch Bench Drill Press
JET J-2530 354401 is a bench-model drill press with a 3/4HP 115V single-phase motor. Its 16 spindle speeds span 200–3,630 RPM, with a depth stop and tilting table for controlled setup. The 15-inch size is the stated swing capacity, not the maximum bit diameter or spindle travel.
Specifications and included details
- Bench drill press, motor 3/4HP, 115V, single phase.
- 16 spindle speeds, listed range 200–3,630 RPM.
- 15-inch swing; column-to-spindle distance 7-1/2 inches.
- Spindle travel 3-3/8 inches; MT-2 spindle taper.
- Listed drilling capacity 5/8 inch in cast iron and 1/2 inch in mild steel.
- Table 11-1/2 × 11-1/2 inches; net weight 157 lb.
Before ordering
Confirm bench support, mounting, supply voltage and the correct chuck/arbor for the chosen bit. MT-2 describes the spindle taper, not direct acceptance of every drill-bit shank. Clamp the workpiece and choose the speed from the material and bit requirements.
Product questions and answers
Does fifteen inches describe drilling depth?
No. It is the stated swing size; spindle travel is listed as 3-3/8 inches.
Are cast-iron and mild-steel capacities the same?
No. The listed capacities are 5/8 inch in cast iron and 1/2 inch in mild steel.
Is this a floor-model press?
No. J-2530 is explicitly identified as the bench model.
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