Selecting the Right Deep Hole Drilling Machine for Your Shop

I get asked pretty often by shops that are thinking about buying their first deep hole drilling machine — especially after they land a job like EV motor shafts or mold cooling channels. The question is usually: what should I buy? The answer depends on the work, the volume, and the budget. But there are some patterns I’ve seen across dozens of shops. Start With the Parts The single biggest mistake I see is buying a machine first and figuring out the parts later. The machine needs to match what you’re actually going to drill. ...

June 11, 2026 · Engineer at the Deep Hole