When drilling into metal bro. I'd use some oil. 3in1 some WD40 just about anything would be better then dry humpin like it's a first date in the back of Dad's car. You'll extend the life of your drill bit's too. Thanks for the video it helped me make up my mind about buying one.
*Bought as a gift for my son and his second grade son to use on a Pinewood Derby car. Wanted something relatively safe and able to be packed away when not in use. Worked well. **MyBest.Tools** Easy to use and set up. Case provides good storage.*
I’m glad that you also liked your drill press. My drill press still works like a champ and i hide it underneath the work bench whenever I’m done with it. Works out great. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Mike Eldredge Thanks for the tip Mike, I’ll try it on my next project. Drill bits that I was using were from HarborFreight ( cheap stuff) They only good for one project or maybe 2 if used with oil. Cheers.
I was just given a RYOBI 103L by next door neighbor. I wanted to check out reviews on the drill press. I liked your setup and demo video review. I think I will check out what I was given and make sure everything is working properly. Thanks for the review. Eventhough I recently bought a WEN drill press (which is still in the box) I will keep both and use the RYOBI for the time being as I am new to woodworking . Thanks again for the review.
Many thanks for this informative video. I have recently got one from Bunnings where it had very good reviews. I was stuck on putting the table on the depth gauge but you have solved my problem, it is so easy when you know how. Also now I will buy some oil for when drilling the metal. I have learned a few things today and do I have plenty to learn!!!!
I'm sure someone else has already mentioned it (but for some reason the comments are not showing up for me!) but it's always a good idea to use some metal cutting lubricant on a drill press. It's not essential, but it helps make a cleaner, faster hole, and it also saves the drill bits' lifespan. I learned that when I worked a foundry and did a lot of quick repairs making replacement brackets and such.
When I got to Home Depot, the box was trashed so they gave me $50 off. I got mine for $80! ;-) The *only* thing wrong is the yellow "key" doesn't stay in by itself. It stays in while the drill is running but falls out when I turn the switch off. Tbh, it's such a minor issue, it's hardly even worth mentioning. I love that it's variable speed! Thank you for the video. I was wondering how to install the chuck.
It turns out the key thing was operator error. You have to push it all the way in until it locks into place. I was only pushing it most of the way in so now that I figured that out, the thing is perfect.
The table for me seem to move when drilling is that a problem with this drill press or did I not tighten something properly? I can’t work it out and it’s a problem because I have to hold the table and drill at the same time, really inconvenient.
I’m sure you can rotate the head to accommodate your specific drilling needs but be sure to clamp down the base while using the drill press. Let me know if you were available to pull it off. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Speeddaddy If I were you I would of exchanged as soon as it broke. There’s no reason to keep it when it’s still covered under store return window. As far as my drill press goes, it still works great without any issues. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers
I read there's an issue with the hex bolts that allow you to adjust the table for angle drilling. Complaint was they are too close together and you can't loosen them as a result. Did you encounter this issue?
Fine review. Could you update your review or provided your feed back after one year of using this tool? Please advice based on your experience. Thanks.
Добрый день. Я как-то не думал про то чтобы замерить отверстие и убедится если стационарный сверлильный станок делает расхлябанные дыры. Если честно то он сойдёт по сельской местности ну а если тебе нужен профессиональный станок то этот не для тебя. Мне он нравится что он маленький и переносной. Можно его спрятать в шкаф или под рабочий стол а другие уже не уберёшь с глаз долой. Короче я доволен ценой и компактностью.
Have you used the depth stop? My benchtop drill press motor just failed, but I added a table to it and the depth stop is a feature I use all the time. How easy it it to use on this machine? Also, for raising and lowering the table, how close is the wind handle to the table and how easy is it to raise the table? Thank you for the video. It is helpful for the decision of which to replace mine also a Ryobi, but a bit older.
E Bell To be honest with you, so far I haven’t used the depth stop. The table is very easy to adjust and secure it in place. In worse case scenario, if you don’t like the drill press, you can always return it within 90 days. Good luck with your unit and I hope it lasts for a while. Cheers
Thanks for posting! What did you use to record this video with. One the clearest and sharpest I have seen. I will definitely take the Ryobi into consideration. Only thing I don't like is the plastic pulley. Not sure if it is a problem or not.
Don’t quote me on that but I believe it’s the belt on the pulleys that makes the noise and not the motor itself. Belt is loose on the pulleys so that it can be repositioned by hand to different ratios of speed. So far I haven’t had any issues with the belt or motor and the drill press still works great. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers 🍻
Yes, this drill press still works great. I just used it the other day drilling 3/8 holes in quarter inch steel plates. My suggestion is use oil while drilling holes in metal, that way the drill bit doesn’t overheat and will last longer. If you’re planning on using this press for woodworking then this thing will drill holes all day long without any issues. It’s not meant for heavy duty industrial use but for home use you can’t go wrong with this unit. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers
Did you have any problems getting the chuck aligned? I saw some of that with the Wen 10". I wish they'd come from the factory with the chuck correctly installed.
zzzzip1218 My intention was to keep this drill press unattached to anything. Now I can move it around and whenever I need to use it I can just secure it with quick grip C-clamps and I’m good to go. It’s stable enough to be freestanding on its own. So far it works great for my small projects and I’m glad that I didn’t buy one of those bulky units that would take up a lot of space in the garage.
Hi, Congratulations on your video, could you help me with an issue? Could you tell me what is the distance between the column and the center of the bit? I want to buy one of these, but I need this information very much, and I could not find it on the net, thanks.
Здарова дружище. Скажу сразу что это станок не для повседневного эксплуатирования. Он у меня до сих пор работает и всё ок но один из роликов сделан из пластика который рано или поздно крякнет. Ремень уже маленько потрёпанный но ещё не порвался. Для моих целей он сойдёт по сельской местности. Если у тебя намерения его использовать каждый день и в хвост и в гриву (забодай его комар) то купи другой помощнее.
@@balabay77 спасибо тебе) как раз для задач сельской местности и творчества иногда. В рамках этого бюджета просто сказка, за эти деньги продают не работоспособные, нужно доделывать самому.
Вот это другое дело!Теперь отверстия будут ровными)))Евгений поздравляю вас с обновкой!Обожаю такие вещи,станочки и инструменты!Эхх только щупленьки)))но главное справлялся с задачами.Кстати при длительных работах,следите за двигателем!Чтоб не перегрелся Китайские движки любят греться и не выдерживают нагрузку!Эх у меня 200метров от моей мастерской продают советский Сверлильный станок НС-12 за 90 баксов!Блиннн как же чертовский вы далеко живете дорогой Брат)))
Талгат Урбанов Привет дружище как у тебя дела? Как видишь прибарахлился дешевым станком за 129 баксов. Хотел купить бэушный но за них просили как за новые. Мне их ставить некуда а этот можно спрятать под стол. Я не планирую его мучать так что надеюсь он мне послужит долго. Было бы хорошо приобрести мощный станок но у нас ток эго не потянет. У вас 220 а у нас 110. Конечно можно было бы в ту розетку от которой у меня сварка (240) но зачем мне такой мощный станок? Время покажет как этот китайский будет пахать. Спасибо что смотришь наши ролики. Всем привет.
Steam- garage Решил собрать очередной дырчик и мне понадобился этот станок чтобы сверлить точные отверстия. Ручная дрель уходит в сторону и туфта получается. Хотел купить бэушный а за них просят как за новые. Купил этот и он меня в полнее устраивает и размер не огромный. Короче за $129 баксов буду его использовать и в хвост и в гриву. Спасибо за просмотр.
Да и разница между ними космос как станок не напрягаясь практически сверлит ,и угол точно ,одна из самых необходимых вещей при постройке чего либо , если не ошибаюсь BOX39 они на раме концы труб на токарном станке засверливают для стыковки точной что для России не мыслимо тут все на глаз обычно + - 1 дюйм ну если очень точно надо то 1 СМ ))))
Steam- garage Лол, Ну в самодельно-гаражных условиях и у нас делается на глаз а уже в профессиональных мастерских я думаю и в России тоже делают шедевры из труб высокой точности. Для домашних видосиков и так сойдёт по сельской местности. Как там твой пит байк? Наш как долго постоит так его хрен заведёшь.
Продал я его в том году осенью ! Маленький для меня он , была идея сделать монстр какой нибудь , есть двигатель 2 литра от бмв м52 думал срастить его с коробкой автомат 4 скорости от ауди 18хр вроде так прикинул больно длинный он не реально получится у двигла 6 цилиндров ряд , ну движок лежит если не продам что нибудь с него все равно сделаю , в этом году гараж хочу строить так что всяких планов много , начну там видно по деньгам как пойдет короче говоря , давно есть идея собрать электромотоцикл
Steam- garage Гараж это нужное дело. В нём можно много самоделок реализовать. У нас куча бумажной волокиты и препятствий со сборкой самодельного драндулета а у вас наверное попроще в этом деле. Даже поставить другой мотор не оригинальный на тачку уже не пройдёт инспекцию и весь труд на смарку. Видел много видосиков из рашки где кидают европейские мощные моторы на тазы или какие нибудь японские тачки и они прут круто. У нас в Калифорнии такого не прокатит. Тут только можно ретро тачки которым уже за 40+ лет забацать потому что на них снято ограничение по выбросу выхлопов газа в атмосферу. Электрический байк было бы круто сделать. Надеюсь у тебя когда-нибудь получиться и загрузишь ролик в ютуб?
me323me Lol I’m keeping my fingers crossed but these days companies make things disposable so that consumer will continue buying stuff. They don’t make them like they used to. Only time will tell. Cheers.
When drilling into metal bro. I'd use some oil. 3in1 some WD40 just about anything would be better then dry humpin like it's a first date in the back of Dad's car. You'll extend the life of your drill bit's too. Thanks for the video it helped me make up my mind about buying one.
Did you end up buying one?
*Bought as a gift for my son and his second grade son to use on a Pinewood Derby car. Wanted something relatively safe and able to be packed away when not in use. Worked well. **MyBest.Tools** Easy to use and set up. Case provides good storage.*
I just got this little guy and I’m really satisfied with its performance.
I’m glad that you also liked your drill press. My drill press still works like a champ and i hide it underneath the work bench whenever I’m done with it. Works out great. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Best video I've seen on this drill. Concise and to the point. Good camera angles, too.
Cutting oil helps a lot from what I am told when drilling into steel or metal
Mike Eldredge
Thanks for the tip Mike, I’ll try it on my next project. Drill bits that I was using were from HarborFreight ( cheap stuff)
They only good for one project or maybe 2 if used with oil. Cheers.
After watching your video, I bought this same press from Home Depot , I got $25 off the price of $129😁👍
Mike Eldredge
That’s awesome. Hope these things will last for a while. Cheers mate.
And lower the speeds when cutting metal
I was just given a RYOBI 103L by next door neighbor. I wanted to check out reviews on the drill press. I liked your setup and demo video review. I think I will check out what I was given and make sure everything is working properly. Thanks for the review. Eventhough I recently bought a WEN drill press (which is still in the box) I will keep both and use the RYOBI for the time being as I am new to woodworking . Thanks again for the review.
Thanks. I just got one and following your video on putting it together was was extremely helpful.
It was a very good video! Very basic down to the point and informative. Thank you so much!
Many thanks for this informative video. I have recently got one from Bunnings where it had very good reviews. I was stuck on putting the table on the depth gauge but you have solved my problem, it is so easy when you know how. Also now I will buy some oil for when drilling the metal. I have learned a few things today and do I have plenty to learn!!!!
Great review. Just bought me one and your review influenced my decision. Thanks.
Thanks Andy for checking out my video. Hopefully our drill presses will last for a while lol. Cheers.
thanks for your great video and your testdrive info . I just got the same drill. Best, Rick
I just bought one and you video help me to put it together thanks bro
the instruction manual is horrible for this product
Excellent video, love Ryobi tools.
I'm sure someone else has already mentioned it (but for some reason the comments are not showing up for me!) but it's always a good idea to use some metal cutting lubricant on a drill press. It's not essential, but it helps make a cleaner, faster hole, and it also saves the drill bits' lifespan. I learned that when I worked a foundry and did a lot of quick repairs making replacement brackets and such.
Great help. Thanks.
really appreciate if in you next video to show to how this Ryobi drill work with Morising attachment to drill square hole on wood material.
When I got to Home Depot, the box was trashed so they gave me $50 off. I got mine for $80! ;-) The *only* thing wrong is the yellow "key" doesn't stay in by itself. It stays in while the drill is running but falls out when I turn the switch off. Tbh, it's such a minor issue, it's hardly even worth mentioning. I love that it's variable speed! Thank you for the video. I was wondering how to install the chuck.
Jerome Schwartz
That was a great deal. Hope our drill presses lasts for a while and good luck with yours. Thanks for watching and commenting.
It turns out the key thing was operator error. You have to push it all the way in until it locks into place. I was only pushing it most of the way in so now that I figured that out, the thing is perfect.
It makes a rattle sound when you turn it off. Is that normal?
The table for me seem to move when drilling is that a problem with this drill press or did I not tighten something properly? I can’t work it out and it’s a problem because I have to hold the table and drill at the same time, really inconvenient.
Great video!
This thing is a beast!
No. 5cm drilling depth... Not good for a drill press.
@@ctrlz4439 What are you talking about?
Nice review all the way through. Thanks!
Hi, can you rotate the Head? I'm drilling into aluminium extrusion mortises that are longer than 10".
I’m sure you can rotate the head to accommodate your specific drilling needs but be sure to clamp down the base while using the drill press. Let me know if you were available to pull it off. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I have this this drill and really like it, but the light and laser stopped working the first day.
Speeddaddy
If I were you I would of exchanged as soon as it broke. There’s no reason to keep it when it’s still covered under store return window. As far as my drill press goes, it still works great without any issues. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers
what power does it have ? i was looking to buy some 1200-1500w drill press seems i strugle, all this stuff is kinda 300-500w range...
I read there's an issue with the hex bolts that allow you to adjust the table for angle drilling. Complaint was they are too close together and you can't loosen them as a result. Did you encounter this issue?
Ottimo io l’ho comprato un anno fa ed è eccezionale
Fine review. Could you update your review or provided your feed back after one year of using this tool? Please advice based on your experience. Thanks.
Доброго времени .Люфтов в пиноли нет ? Отверстие в метале 10мм можно сделать сверлом 10 мм ?
Добрый день. Я как-то не думал про то чтобы замерить отверстие и убедится если стационарный сверлильный станок делает расхлябанные дыры. Если честно то он сойдёт по сельской местности ну а если тебе нужен профессиональный станок то этот не для тебя. Мне он нравится что он маленький и переносной. Можно его спрятать в шкаф или под рабочий стол а другие уже не уберёшь с глаз долой. Короче я доволен ценой и компактностью.
Have you used the depth stop? My benchtop drill press motor just failed, but I added a table to it and the depth stop is a feature I use all the time. How easy it it to use on this machine?
Also, for raising and lowering the table, how close is the wind handle to the table and how easy is it to raise the table?
Thank you for the video. It is helpful for the decision of which to replace mine also a Ryobi, but a bit older.
E Bell
To be honest with you, so far I haven’t used the depth stop. The table is very easy to adjust and secure it in place. In worse case scenario, if you don’t like the drill press, you can always return it within 90 days. Good luck with your unit and I hope it lasts for a while. Cheers
awesome video
Is the rattling sound when the drill stops normal???
Yes it’s perfectly normal. My unit does it every time I shot off the drill press.
Thanks for posting! What did you use to record this video with. One the clearest and sharpest I have seen. I will definitely take the Ryobi into consideration. Only thing I don't like is the plastic pulley. Not sure if it is a problem or not.
So far I haven’t had any problems with the plastic pulleys. If they wear out I’ll replace them with aluminum ones. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thanks man. Great review!
Why does the motor make that noise when it’s turned off?
Don’t quote me on that but I believe it’s the belt on the pulleys that makes the noise and not the motor itself. Belt is loose on the pulleys so that it can be repositioned by hand to different ratios of speed. So far I haven’t had any issues with the belt or motor and the drill press still works great. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers 🍻
Just wondering after 3 years of having this drill, is it still working just as good now as it did in this video? Cheers.
Yes, this drill press still works great. I just used it the other day drilling 3/8 holes in quarter inch steel plates. My suggestion is use oil while drilling holes in metal, that way the drill bit doesn’t overheat and will last longer. If you’re planning on using this press for woodworking then this thing will drill holes all day long without any issues. It’s not meant for heavy duty industrial use but for home use you can’t go wrong with this unit. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers
Might sound dumb, but is this thing strong enough to drill bowling balls?
Did you have any problems getting the chuck aligned? I saw some of that with the Wen 10". I wish they'd come from the factory with the chuck correctly installed.
The chuck is on a morse taper . it can ONLY go in one way . there is no adjustment . ALL drills are the same . A MORSE TAPER.
@@738polarbear Thank you.
@RandomShart Thanks. Good plastics can wear as well as metal :)
Have the same press, have you figure out to adjust the belts yet?
how do you adjust the pulleys? you forgot that part.
Thank you so much. I could not follow the assembly instructions. You are a god send.
Cool beans,.👍🏻
Did you ever end up mounting the base to a workbench? Looks stable standing on its own even with all the drilling vibration.
zzzzip1218
My intention was to keep this drill press unattached to anything. Now I can move it around and whenever I need to use it I can just secure it with quick grip C-clamps and I’m good to go. It’s stable enough to be freestanding on its own. So far it works great for my small projects and I’m glad that I didn’t buy one of those bulky units that would take up a lot of space in the garage.
Hi, Congratulations on your video, could you help me with an issue? Could you tell me what is the distance between the column and the center of the bit? I want to buy one of these, but I need this information very much, and I could not find it on the net, thanks.
Hello Alessandro Vellozo
The distance between the column and the drill bit is 5-1/4 inch or 13.335mm
Hope that helps. Good luck.
Thanks for the video !
Eri mendez
Sure thing buddy. Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching and commenting.
За відео лайк! Але питання, у вас там шо, нормальні станки закінчились? :)
Hey would you be able to tell me the diameter of that steel column on that particular model? Thanks a lot
stanislas Guillemot
Column is 48mm in diameter. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Привет друг. Скажи как проявил себя станок за 3 года?
Здарова дружище. Скажу сразу что это станок не для повседневного эксплуатирования. Он у меня до сих пор работает и всё ок но один из роликов сделан из пластика который рано или поздно крякнет. Ремень уже маленько потрёпанный но ещё не порвался. Для моих целей он сойдёт по сельской местности. Если у тебя намерения его использовать каждый день и в хвост и в гриву (забодай его комар) то купи другой помощнее.
@@balabay77 спасибо тебе) как раз для задач сельской местности и творчества иногда. В рамках этого бюджета просто сказка, за эти деньги продают не работоспособные, нужно доделывать самому.
You over heated the drill bit (thats the squeel you hear) Also use some cutting spray oil
Trent Dan
Thanks for the tip appreciate you watching and commenting.
While drilling thru the metal, was that on its slowest speed?
No it was nowhere near the slowest speed.
Прикольный станок!!!
What is the height? On their website and every other website, it's listed as 10.8 inches. Unreal how they couldn't get that right lol.
It’s actually 30 inches from the bottom to the highest point of the lid. Good luck. 👍
@@balabay77 excellent. Thank you for replying, will sub
plastic pulley?
Awesome drill press and the price is bad neither. How did you buy it from?
Elosie Blount
Purchased it from home depot for $120 and so far it works great or at least for my small projects. Thanks for watching
DEFINITELY need to use CUTTING FLUID with metal bro 👍👍
4:55 Its because you didn't apply a cutting oil.
how to put table table to table assemble
I’m taking my Ozito back to Bunnings because it blew up after a dozen holes.
If it’s defective then you have every right to get a refund. Good luck.
479 at work great
For $179 at works great
You probably want a little more RPM when drillinmg metal and cutting oil.
Nice clicking sound when motor stops. Not.
Вот это другое дело!Теперь отверстия будут ровными)))Евгений поздравляю вас с обновкой!Обожаю такие вещи,станочки и инструменты!Эхх только щупленьки)))но главное справлялся с задачами.Кстати при длительных работах,следите за двигателем!Чтоб не перегрелся Китайские движки любят греться и не выдерживают нагрузку!Эх у меня 200метров от моей мастерской продают советский Сверлильный станок НС-12 за 90 баксов!Блиннн как же чертовский вы далеко живете дорогой Брат)))
Талгат Урбанов
Привет дружище как у тебя дела? Как видишь прибарахлился дешевым станком за 129 баксов. Хотел купить бэушный но за них просили как за новые. Мне их ставить некуда а этот можно спрятать под стол. Я не планирую его мучать так что надеюсь он мне послужит долго. Было бы хорошо приобрести мощный станок но у нас ток эго не потянет. У вас 220 а у нас 110. Конечно можно было бы в ту розетку от которой у меня сварка (240) но зачем мне такой мощный станок? Время покажет как этот китайский будет пахать. Спасибо что смотришь наши ролики. Всем привет.
My drill press seems too Bloody heavy to move! I need to build a mobile cart for it.
What about using some oil for a change...||
That’s a great idea. Thanks for the tip. Appreciate it.
das kan auch ein 50€ maschine mach 8cm stall 21 boher
Drill bit not good besides oil needs
so i'm the only one who uses a pilot hole over 10mm(3/8)?
You need lubricant for drilling metal
CUTTING OIL!!!!!
Get a older delta... Not. Rusted
Ryobi конечно не про. инструмент но он лучше чем обычный инструмент цена качество ! Я сам много чего купил от Ryobi
Steam- garage
Решил собрать очередной дырчик и мне понадобился этот станок чтобы сверлить точные отверстия. Ручная дрель уходит в сторону и туфта получается. Хотел купить бэушный а за них просят как за новые. Купил этот и он меня в полнее устраивает и размер не огромный. Короче за $129 баксов буду его использовать и в хвост и в гриву. Спасибо за просмотр.
Да и разница между ними космос как станок не напрягаясь практически сверлит ,и угол точно ,одна из самых необходимых вещей при постройке чего либо , если не ошибаюсь BOX39 они на раме концы труб на токарном станке засверливают для стыковки точной что для России не мыслимо тут все на глаз обычно + - 1 дюйм ну если очень точно надо то 1 СМ ))))
Steam- garage
Лол, Ну в самодельно-гаражных условиях и у нас делается на глаз а уже в профессиональных мастерских я думаю и в России тоже делают шедевры из труб высокой точности. Для домашних видосиков и так сойдёт по сельской местности. Как там твой пит байк? Наш как долго постоит так его хрен заведёшь.
Продал я его в том году осенью ! Маленький для меня он , была идея сделать монстр какой нибудь , есть двигатель 2 литра от бмв м52 думал срастить его с коробкой автомат 4 скорости от ауди 18хр вроде так прикинул больно длинный он не реально получится у двигла 6 цилиндров ряд , ну движок лежит если не продам что нибудь с него все равно сделаю , в этом году гараж хочу строить так что всяких планов много , начну там видно по деньгам как пойдет короче говоря , давно есть идея собрать электромотоцикл
Steam- garage
Гараж это нужное дело. В нём можно много самоделок реализовать. У нас куча бумажной волокиты и препятствий со сборкой самодельного драндулета а у вас наверное попроще в этом деле. Даже поставить другой мотор не оригинальный на тачку уже не пройдёт инспекцию и весь труд на смарку. Видел много видосиков из рашки где кидают европейские мощные моторы на тазы или какие нибудь японские тачки и они прут круто. У нас в Калифорнии такого не прокатит. Тут только можно ретро тачки которым уже за 40+ лет забацать потому что на них снято ограничение по выбросу выхлопов газа в атмосферу. Электрический байк было бы круто сделать. Надеюсь у тебя когда-нибудь получиться и загрузишь ролик в ютуб?
just study how to use drill before making certain sketches
Не думал что Райоби ставит пластмассовые шкивы, смотрится как говно. Never expected Ryobi to have those cheap plastic pulleys, looks just like a shit.
I just got one for free and if it's free it's me thanks to my uncle mike
I'm drilling into metal higher-speed by high-speed drill bits
David Couture
That’s great. I think this drill press can accommodate faster and slower speeds for any type of drilling. Thanks for watching.
I hope it lasts you a long time!
me323me
Lol I’m keeping my fingers crossed but these days companies make things disposable so that consumer will continue buying stuff. They don’t make them like they used to. Only time will tell. Cheers.
Don’t buy the bandsaw
R
is that a plastic pulley on the motor end ?
rick
Yes, on the motor side white pulley is plastic. On the spindle/chuck side the pulley is steel/metal.