Bosch PDB 40 vs Jet IDP-17
Technical comparison · Drill press (column drill)
PDB 40 and IDP-17 are not direct competitors: different use classes, very different prices (~3.8×). PDB 40 costs less (~€360) and is the entry-level choice; IDP-17 offers more capability at a higher price (~€1350). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
PDB 40
Bosch
F2 · Intermediate
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IDP-17
Jet
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2011 | — |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–420 € | ~1100–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 33 × 35 × 65 cm | 40 × 70 × 160 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 11.2 kg | 105 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 330 × 350 mm | 355 × 355 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Power (W) | 710 W | 750 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 115 V |
| Maximum speed | 2500 rpm | 2800 rpm |
| Category specs | ||
| Spindle travel (mm) | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Spindle to column (mm) | 125 mm | 215.9 mm |
| RPM (rpm) | 2500 rpm | 2800 rpm |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The equipment does not require or support computer connectivity, external control software, or firmware configurations, operating as a standalone benchtop power tool. Operational feedback is managed through an integrated electronic module featuring a digital display on the front panel of the drilling head. This screen allows the user to monitor real-time rotational speed in revolutions per minute and exact drilling depth during spindle lowering. Zero-point calibration for depth measurement is executed directly via physical push buttons adjacent to the display panel, ensuring rapid, intuitive workflow monitoring without external digital dependencies. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
PDB 40
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IDP-17
Best price Semi-professional
The lowest list price among semi-professional Drill press (column drill) machines: €1350. The second cheapest starts at €2000. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: PDB 40 360 € vs IDP-17 1350 €
- Work area: PDB 40 330×350 mm vs IDP-17 355×355 mm
Which one to choose
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