Skil recently launched 5 new benchtop power tools, designed for woodworkers, hobbyists, and tool users short on floor space.
The new benchtop machines are the first that Skil has launched ever since their brand-wide revamp a few years ago.
The new line of benchtop tools includes a 9″ band saw, 8″ bench grinder, 16″ variable speed scroll saw, combination belt and disc sander, and a 10″ drill press.
Note: Skil is a ToolGuyd sponsor. Also, please let me know if you have questions about any of the machines; I have demo units on-hand for a little while longer.
Skil 9″ Benchtop Band Saw (BW9501)
The new band saw is designed for cutting irregular, complex, or curved shapes out of wood, or for resawing wood into thinner pieces.
- 2.8A induction motor
- 1/8″ to 3/8″ blade width
- 59-1/4″ to 59-1/2″ blade length
- 2-speed settings – 1700 RPM, 2500 RPM
- 9″ frame-to-blade capacity (throat size)
- 3-1/2″ max cutting height
- Quick tension lock
- Steel base
- 3-bearing design for increased accuracy
- 12-1/4″ x 12″ table size
- 0-45° table tilting range
- Blade viewing window
- 2-1/2″ dust exhaust port
- Miter gauge with 3/4″ bar
Skil 3A 8-inch Bench Grinder (BI9502)
The new bench grinder is designed for use on tools, such as chisels, drill bits, and knives, and material removal such as for grinding down welded joints and rivets, or for polishing tasks.
- 3A induction motor
- Magnified eye shields
- Integrated LED worklight
- V-grooved surface tool rest
- Water tray for cooling
- Cast aluminum base material
- 3,450 RPM (no-load)
- Wheel size: 8″ with 5/8″ (16mm) arbor, up to 3/4″ thick
Skil 1.2A 16″ Variable Speed Scroll Saw (SS9503)
The new Skil variable speed scroll saw is designed for making intricate cuts in thin workpieces.
- 1.2A motor
- 16″ x 10″ steel worktable
- Worktable tilts up to 45°
- Foot-operated switch
- Variable speed control
- 550 – 16,50 RPM (no-load)
- LED worklight
- Integrated blower
- 3/4″ max stroke length
- Integrated blade storage box
- Aluminum frame construction
Skil 10-inch Drill Press (DP9505)
The new Skil benchtop drill press offers greater precision than a handheld drill, and its speed can be adjusted to drill into different types of materials.
- 6.2A induction motor
- 5 speed settings (adjustable pulley)
- 610-2800 RPM
- 1/2″ keyed metal chuck
- 10″ throat depth
- Tilting table up to 45° left/right
- Rack and pinion table height adjustment
- Laser alignment system
- Worklight
Skil Combination Sander (BB9504)
The new 2-in-1 combination sander is designed for a variety of tasks. The 6″ disc sander features a tilting tabletop with miter gauge, and the sanding belt can pivot up to 90°.
- 4.5A induction motor
- 6″ sanding disc
- 3,600 RPM (no-load)
- Sanding plate accepts PSA (adhesive) discs
- 4″ x 36″ sanding belt size
- 1,900 ft/min belt speed
- Tabletop bevels to 45°
- Sanding belt adjusts from 0-90°
- Quick tension release lever for sanding belt changes
- Base can be clamped or fastened to a workbench
- 2-1/2″ vacuum port
