World's BEST Drill Press Value - The WEN 4214

Today we're looking at what might be the best value drill press available, the WEN 4214. We've got an unbox, assembly, review, demonstration and some must-have accessories.

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[Your_Friend_Corey]

The clicking in the motor is the centrifugal switch closing. It's used for the starter winding to power up the motor.

[pfmcdermott]

Thank you for the review! I also loved the line “that’s not just good, that’s good enough!” As one amazon reviewer wrote “I’m
Not making medical devices in my garage, I’m drilling holes in wood. Are you drilling holes in wood? Then get this.” As for me, I’m by far the least accurate thing in my garage so it seems more than good enough for me. Thanks!

[radicalanddangerous]

I purchased this exact model and it landed here today.
I used brake cleaner (it doesn't harm most paints) to clean everything up including the quill and the taper for the chuck I assembled the unit.
I used a dial indicator to test for run out on the quill and found it at 1/2 thousands. I installed the taper into the quill with a rubber hammer and then the chuck into the taper--again using the rubber hammer.
I then installed a brand new Made in the USA 5/16" drill bit and checked for run out. I found only 2 thousands run out.
SO! Before spending another $35 or so on the key less chuck, check the specs for the original units.
While I use key less chucks on my battery powered drills I do prefer a manual chuck on a stationary drill as they tighten and stay tightened.

[thatguythatdoesstuff]

I had this drill press for a while. I sold it because I sold everything I could to avoid having to move it from state to state a couple years ago. I really like the drill press overall. There is a safety concern. The tab on the front pulley that passes through the hall effect sensor (for rpm measurement) was cutting through the power cord insulation. I would estimate it cut about 50% of the way through the insulation before there was no longer contact. I watched it closely for a while and it didn't change from there.

First thing I did was replace the chuck anyway with a setup from Glacern Machine Tools (MT2-DC500). Chucking in a piece of drill rod, I was at about .0007~ total indicated.

Minus the safety issue, I agree that it's the best value there is. By the way, this is the same drill press that JET sells (model 716000) under their name for 2.5x what I paid.

[yaz]

I just purchased the Wen 4214, I had the same clicking when powering off. Thanks to your video, I see It’s normal. I found your video very informative. Thank you

[wallysgaragenshop]

My WEN 4214, upon powering down, does make that multi clicking sound. I called wen about it and I too was told that it was normal. I do like my
WEN drill press. I use it strictly for metal. It gets the job done for sure. Thank you very much for the review.

[funfreq]

I bought one of these drill presses about a year ago. For the money I was pretty happy! I will say they are not meant for heavy duty work. On the runout on the press I bought it had .003" with the stock chuck and a router bit I used to measure the runout. I use my press for hobby woodworking and it fits the bill. For the DIY'er on a budget I highly reccomend it.

[markboucher]

What I like most about this video is the presentation itself. Not too long, very informative and hit all the important points. The cinematography is excellent and voice articulation is clear and well structured to the subject. I can think of many long winded, boring national TV newscasters that should take lessons from Aaron.

[utfan]

Just livin his best life pre pandemic, I'll be purchasing one of these ASAP.

[jameswilkins]

Thanks for the review. There are two set screws that hold the head on the column. It is above the one you tightened

[Jons]

Take the runout from the tool and my poor measuring skills, Add them together, then they should cancel each other out, giving me an extremely precise hole. 😉. Great review. Extremely informative and great for those with buyer’s remorse or those who know very little about drill presses, like myself; that definitely eased my mind a bit about my purchase. Thank you!

[WarPigstheHun]

Hi, at 7:40, I'd suggest replacing one of the nuts with a lock nut, or replacing the washer with a rubbery nylon washer. The reason being that the friction from the rubber prevents side to side movement (which is the main cause for loosening nuts)

Alternatively, line both sides of the washer with electric tape.

[claydawson]

I've had an excellent experience with tech support. No email. Just call. Yes, the tech actually walks over to a tool like the one you are calling about and walks you through any adjustment! Amazing theses days!

[albarrera]

Great review ! I’m a contractor…….and you got right to the essentials of the tool.

[roberthartzell]

Great video helped me make my decision!👍
My only thought was if WEN put a brushless motor on the unit it would run quieter and have a longer life.
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[MUHAMMADYAWARIFRAHEEM]

That motor sound its came from inside clutch don't worries about it

[christopherwilkening]

"Held in place by a set screw threaded into plastic", is all I needed to hear. Thanks for doing this useful review. Bye Wen!

[shblair]

I have a Wen 4212 hack that may work on the 4214 as well....i ordered the wen grinder stand and as i suspected the drill press pole flange and the top flange of the grinder match up perfectly. so you can adapt the desktop model to the floor model for $100. and the water cooling tray is great for often used bits.
great hack for me.

[mikesavad]

there should be that top set screw like there is in mine.

[tangodown]

Omg thanks for talking about the clicking I just got mine and thought something was wrong.