Jet JDP-17MF vs Optimum OPTIdrill D 26 Pro V

Technical comparison · Drill press (column drill)

In brief

JDP-17MF leads on the available specs (starting with price); OPTIdrill D 26 Pro V makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
Jet JDP-17MF JDP-17MF Jet F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~500–700 € 1239 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) — 34.5 × 77 × 164.5 cm
Weight (kg) 85.62 kg 83 kg
Work area (mm) — 330 × 290 mm
Z-axis height (mm) — 85 mm
Power (W) — 1500 W
Voltage (V) 115 V 230 V
Maximum speed 3630 rpm 3000 rpm
Declared precision — 0.02 mm
Category specs
Spindle travel (mm) 111.1 mm 85 mm
Spindle to column (mm) 209.5 mm 165 mm
RPM (rpm) 3630 rpm 3000 rpm
Spindle taper MT-2 MK 3
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The machine is fully analog and mechanical, with no digital components or control interfaces requiring the use of external software. Speed and positioning control is done manually using levers, cranks, and by repositioning the transmission belts. —

The differences that matter

  • Price: JDP-17MF 600 € vs OPTIdrill D 26 Pro V 1239 €

Which one to choose

Choose JDP-17MF if…

you value price.

See the JDP-17MF sheet →

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