Drill Press Handle Adapter

The table crank handle for my drill press was broken. I could have easily bought a replacement, but I was not too fond of that handle style; I wanted a round one.

So I found this crank handle, but the smallest shank size I could find was ¾". Using the three screws provided meant you definitely could get it attached and functional, but getting it nice and perpendicular wasn't as easy. So, I created this adapter shim that solved the problem and made the handle feel very solid.

Install

- Install the adapter into the handle first. - Install one grub screw in the opening that lines up with the flat section of the shaft, but only screw it in enough to keep the adapter oriented correctly. - Install it on the shaft. Gentle tapping may be necessary to get it fully seated. - Install the remaining grub screws. - Tighten the one screw that makes contact with the shaft fully. - Tighten the remaining screws just so that they're snug; you don't want to crack the plastic. Tips

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