Bosch PBD 40 Bench Drill, 710 W, 40 mm wood, 13 mm steel, 200-2500 RPM

The Bosch PBD 40 bench drill is a 710 W mains-powered benchtop drilling machine for accurately positioned holes. It is designed for bench drilling in wood, steel and aluminium. The maximum drilling diameter is rated at 40 mm in wood and 13 mm in steel, which define the practical limits for the two workpiece materials based on the published figures. Its fixed format provides more consistent positioning and control than a handheld drill. The machine is intended for home workshops, makers and DIY users carrying out controlled drilling tasks.

Constant electronic speed control is fitted to help maintain the selected speed under load. An integrated laser marks the drilling point before the bit enters the workpiece, and a built-in LED illuminates the immediate drilling area. A quick-clamp system holds workpieces in position on the drill table during operation. The keyless precision chuck allows bits to be changed without a chuck key.

• Two-speed gearbox: provides idle speeds from 200 to 2,500 RPM.
• Digital display: shows the selected speed and drilling depth.
• 1.5–13 mm chuck capacity: accepts a range of drill bit diameters.
• 11.2 kg weight: suited to a fixed workshop setup.
• Padded adjustment handle with a soft-grip design for operating control.