NOVA VOYAGER DVR 18″ VARIABLE SPEED DRILL PRESS (SKU 58000)
The world’s first smart drill press combines the best features of drill presses with state-of-the-art technology to make your project work more efficient, fun, and safer. The NOVA Voyager DVR (Digital Variable Reluctance) Drill Press is the most versatile drill press on the market, easily able to handle wood, metal, plastics, and glass. Features Adaptive Control™ software that determines and creates optimum conditions for your specific project.
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- Unique DVR (Digital Variable Reluctance) technology
The direct-drive motor powered by STRIATECH is incredibly smooth with no pulleys or belts to vibrate.
- Intelligent Digital Control
Easy to operate, the NOVA DVR range of machines are the only SMART machines on the market to automatically adjust the speed for the application.
- High Torque Power
Instant power when you need it. With its 1.75HP(110v)/2HP(220v – plug change required) high torque motor, exceptional structural strength, and smart design, the NOVA Voyager has the power and capacity to handle a wide variety of projects with ease.
- Faster, more efficient drilling
With no belts to cause vibration, a computer that automatically adjusts performance, and solid cast iron construction, the Voyager is one smooth and quiet operator. Drill faster and more efficiently.
- Plug n’ Play
Easy to use, with a push-button electronic variable speed with forward and reverse.
- Power saving
A smart computer-controlled motor only draws as much power as it needs for the project being worked on. The Striatech DVR motor can save up to 50% energy and emissions over conventional motors.
FEATURES
- Low Maintenance
- Intelligent Speed Selection to get the correct speed for the application
- Variable Speed 50 – 3,000 RPM (option in settings to increase to 5,500 RPM)
- No belts. Quiet and smooth operation.
- Slow Start Pilot Hole Function
- Tapping Assist Function
- Digital speed readout
- Electronic Braking
- Load Readout
- Self Starting Function
- Digital Quill Depth Readout
- Precise speed adjustment with knob
- Forward/Reverse Functionality
- 6” of quill travel in 2 revolutions of the handle
- Sensors for superior safety, use, and maintenance
- Adjustable mechanical stop coupled with digital readout for accurate and repeatable actions
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Power output: 1.75HP / 2HP
- Power Supply Input: 220V, 10-15A, 2HP
Spindle:
- Distance to the table: 23 1/8” / 587mm (Max.)
- Distance to Base: 40.94” / 1040mm
- Travel: 6”
- Taper: Morse Taper #2 (MT-2)
Table:
- Size (woodworking)(L x W): 16 1/2″ x 16.1/2” (419mm x 419mm)
- Table Tilt (Deg.): -45° to +45°
- Table Rotation (Deg.): 360°
- Column Diameter: 3.62” / 92mm
- Base Size (L x W): 22 1/4” x 17 1/2″ (565mm x 445mm)
- Chuck Size: 5/8” (3-16mm)
- Striatech DVR High Torque Motor
From the manufacturer
NOVA Voyager 18" DVR Drill Press
World's Intelligent Drill Press.
Truly Versatile and Flexible machine, with Power and Performance to Handle a Wide Variety of Tasks
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Smart High Torque Motor for Optimum Speeds and PowerInstant power when you need it. With its 1.75HP (110-120v)/2HP (220-240v) motor, exceptional structural strength and smart design, the NOVA Voyager has the power and the capacity to handle a wide variety of projects with ease. Easily use specialty cutters, such as Forstner Bits, Circle Cutters, Plug Cutters, Rosette Cutters, and more. This handles specialty operations far better than standard drill presses because of the Voyagers ability to optimize power and speeds. |
Accurate PerformancePrecision machining, high tolerances, good bearings and split head casings all provide a strong bedrock of accuracy with the NOVA Voyager. Coupled with the MCU software smarts that quickly and easily control and correct balance between speed and power, leading to a very accurate drill press. Spindle max runout to 0.04mm/.0015". |
NO Belts or Pulleys for Smooth, Quiet PerformanceA compact headstock (Pic: Voyager at RH, generic traditional DP at LH) with no belts or pulleys to cause vibration. This delivers a super smooth, quiet and powerful direct drive performance. Coupled with the DVR computer that automatically adjusts performance and solid cast iron construction, the Voyager is one smooth and quiet operator. This delivers the ability to drill faster and more efficiently. |
More than just WoodNOVA Voyager DVR Drill Press is designed for use primarily with wood. But the direct drive power and smart software enables the machine to handle metals, plastics, tiles and glass, just as well as it handles wood. This is a truly versatile and flexible workshop machine. |
Customize your features & performance with the fast, easy to use LCD screen
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User interface assists with 50-5500rpm speed adjustmentThe DVR smart motor has one of the world leading software interfaces that assist you with your project. Customizable software can help you select the correct speeds for your materials, taking the guess work out of if and giving you optimum performance. The 50-5500rpm variable speed direct drive motor can handle a variety of projects. The factory set default speed is 3000rpm, but you can use the option in the settings to increase to 5500rpm. |
Drill Bit Selection AssistanceLet your NOVA Voyager DVR Drill Press what drill bit you are using, and what materials (softwoods, hardwoods, acrylic, brass, aluminium, steel, glass, tile) and it will automatically select the best speed and power for the job. |
Constant monitoring and feedback for optimum performanceThe working screen gives you immediate feedback. The Voyager senses performance (load etc) and instantaneously and automatically adjusts its performance, giving you the best possible drilling experience. |
Depth Setting is Easy and provides direct read out of depthSimple two step process. Touch the drill to the work piece and zero. Then put in the depth that you want to drill to. When the drill reaches the set depth, you can program the drill to do a range of actions, such as coming to am immediate stop, or it can slow and reverse rotation to clear out counterbore recess. |
Intelligence and Flexibility at your Fingertips
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Customize your FeaturesNOVA Voyager has many features that can be customized to just what you want. For example, favorite speed settings, pilot hole, forward and reverse, brake function, auto handle start, inch/metric measurements and even language (German and English currently available right now, but more languages are being added via firmware updates). |
Future Proof Machine with Firmware Upgrades available onlineKeep your NOVA Voyager up to date with downloadable firmware updates. Just go to our website, and download the latest version, and you get all the latest features and functions, for free. |
Safety FeaturesSafety of the NOVA Voyager is unmatched. It has a tilt/vibration sensor, so if the drill press tips or falls, it will immediately stop. If a work piece comes loose, the sensors immediately know an abnormal horizontal load is now occurring and will immediately shut down. A password for can be set to prevent unauthorized use - perfect for club and school environments. |
Power SavingNOVA Voyagers smart computer controlled motor only draws as much power as it needs for the project being worked on. The DVR motor can save up to 50% energy and emissions over conventional motors. |
