Bosch PDB 40 vs Proxxon MICRO TBM 220
Technical comparison · Drill press (column drill)
PDB 40 and MICRO TBM 220 sit in the same category (drill press (column drill)). PDB 40 is ahead on: work area. MICRO TBM 220 is ahead on: price.
| Parameter |
PDB 40
Bosch
F2 · Intermediate
|
MICRO TBM 220
Proxxon
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2011 | — |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–420 € | ~180–240 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 33 × 35 × 65 cm | 12 × 22 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 11.2 kg | 3.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 330 × 350 mm | 220 × 120 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 90 mm | 30 mm |
| Power (W) | 710 W | 85 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 2500 rpm | 8500 rpm |
| Category specs | ||
| Spindle travel (mm) | 90 mm | 30 mm |
| Spindle to column (mm) | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| RPM (rpm) | 2500 rpm | 8500 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. | As a purely electromechanical manual machine tool, this device operates completely independently of any software platforms, firmware, or digital control interfaces. The operator adjusts the spindle rotational speed manually by repositioning the drive belt across the step pulley grooves. Drilling depth control is executed via a manual lever linked to an adjustable graduated depth stop rod with an integrated locking ring. There are no USB connections, network interfaces, or CAD/CAM integrations included. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: PDB 40 330×350 mm vs MICRO TBM 220 220×120 mm
- Price: PDB 40 360 € vs MICRO TBM 220 210 €
Which one to choose
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