Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle Paper Drill

Name: Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle Paper Drill
Brand: Challenge
SKU: CH-EH3

Product Description

The Challenge brand is well known for excellence in innovation, reliability and durability. The EH-3 model of paper drills have been the industry-standard for over 40 years, with over 50,000 units sold worldwide. The rugged steel and cast iron design of the EH-3 provides accurate drilling for years to come. Powerful hydraulic operation minimizes operator fatigue and results in consistent, clean holes. The taper-fit shank design ensures that our drill bits will seat centrally and securely into the spindle. The EH-3 can drill 25% more stock on every stroke with its standard 2-1/2" drill bits. The EH-3 utilizes an automatic-return of the drilling heads as standard equipment, minimizing the contact between the drill bits and the drilling block. This allows for longer intervals between sharpening and longer bit life. The Challenge EH-3 proudly displays the UL label, providing added assurance of our quality and safety. Proudly manufactured in the US, the EH-3 continues the Challenge legacy of providing assurance you made the right decision.

Product Details

Number of Drill Heads: 3
Drill Sizes Available (2" capacity): 1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 13 mm
Drill Sizes Available (2-1/2" capacity): 1/4" to 1/2" / 6 to 13 mm
Range Between Drills: 2-3/4" to 4-1/2" / 7 - 11 cm
Range Between Outside Drills: 5-1/2" to 9" / 14 - 23 cm
Maximum Drilling Capacity: 2-1/2" / 63 mm
Strokes per Minute (adjustable): Up to 18
Adjustable Ranges:
- Left drill to side guide: 0 to 14-1/2"/ 0-36.2 cm
- Drill to backgauge (standard): 0 to 5"/ 0-12.7 cm
- Drill to backgauge (auto-trip): 0 to 4-1/2"/ 0-11.4 cm
Vertical Adjustment of Individual Heads: 1/4" / 6 mm
Dimensions:
- Table Size: 19-1/2" x 31-1/2" / 50 x 80 cm
- Table Height: 37" / 94 cm
- Actual Machine Dimensions: 36"x 41.5"x 59.25"
- Actual Machine Weight: 520lbs
- Shipping Length: 24"
- Shipping Width: 41"
- Shipping Height: 67"
- Shipping Weight: 570lbs
Electrical:
- 1 Phase, 60 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 HP. Spindle Motor: 1 HP.
- 208 Volts, 18 Amps (service size 30 Amps) or 230 Volts, 17 Amps (service size 30 Amps)
- UL Listed

Specifications

Features:
- Powerful hydraulic operation
- 2-1/2"/ 6.4 cm drilling depth
- Fast and easy drill head adjustments
- Adjustable backgauge
- Automatic drill head return
- Optional auto-trip side guide for specialty hole patterns
- Adjustable outside heads
- Drills up to three holes in a single stroke
- Easy depth adjustment
- Foot pedal activation
- Protective safety shield
Standard Accessories:
- Three 2-1/2" /6.4 cm capacity 1/4" hollow drill bits
- Three 2-1/2" /6.4 cm capacity 5/16" hollow drill bits
- Twelve drilling blocks
- Hollow drill hand sharpener/chip removal tool

Compare to Similar Challenge Paper Drills

Model Name

Model

Number of Drill Heads

Drill Sizes Available (2" capacity)

Drill Sizes Available (2-1/2" capacity)

Range Between Drills

Range Between Outside Drills

Maximum Drilling Capacity

Strokes per Minute

Adjustable Ranges
Left drill to side guide
Drill to backgauge (standard)
Drill to backgauge (auto-trip)

Vertical Adjustment of Individual Heads

Dimensions
Table Size
Table Height
Overall Height
Floor Space Needed

Net Weight

Shipping Weight

Electrical

Warranty
Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle

3

1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 13 mm

1/4" to 1/2" / 6 to 13 mm

2-3/4" to 4-1/2" / 7 - 11 cm

5-1/2" to 9" / 14 - 23 cm

2-1/2" / 63 mm

Up to 18

0 to 14-1/2"/ 0-36.2 cm
0 to 5"/ 0-12.7 cm
0 to 4-1/2"/ 0-11.4 cm

1/4" / 6 mm

19-1/2" x 31-1/2" / 50 x 80 cm
37" / 94 cm
59-1/4" / 151 cm
36" x 41-1/2" / 91 x 105 cm

520 lbs / 236 kg

570 lbs / 259 kg

1 Phase, 60 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 HP. Spindle Motor: 1 HP.
208 Volts, 18 Amps (service size 30 Amps) or 230 Volts, 17 Amps (service size 30 Amps)
UL Listed

1-Year Parts Warranty (Supplies Excluded)
Challenge JF Single Spindle

N/A

1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 13 mm

N/A

3/8" / 9.5 cm

1/4" / 6 mm

2" / 51 mm

N/A

0 to 18-1/2" / 0 - 47 cm
0 to 4" / 0 - 10 cm
N/A

1/2" / 13 mm

19-1/2" x 31-1/2" / 49.5 x 80 cm
38" / 97 cm
60" / 152 cm
32" x 42" / 81 x 107 cm

154 lbs / 70 kg

225 lbs / 102 kg

1 Phase, 60 Hz, AC

1-Year Parts Warranty (Supplies Excluded)
Challenge MS-5 Multi-Spindle

2 to 5

1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 13 mm

1/4" to 1/2" / 6 to 13 mm

15" / 38 cm

1-7/8" / 48 mm

2-1/2" / 63 mm

Up to 18

N/A
N/A
N/A

1/4" / 6 mm

17-3/4" x 34" / 45 x 87 cm
37" / 94 cm
56" / 142 cm
6" x 36" / 92 x 92 cm

N/A

N/A

Standard
1 Phase, 60 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 HP. Spindle Motor: 1-1/2 HP.
208/230 Volts, 18 Amps (service size 30 Amps)
Optional
3 Phase, 50 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 HP. Spindle Motor: 1-1/2 HP.
208/230 Volts, 12 Amps (service size 20 Amps)

3 Years Manufacturer Warranty
Challenge Handy-Drill Single Spindle

N/A

13 sizes from 1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 12.7 mm

1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 1/2" / 6.4, 7.9, 9.5, 12.7mm

N/A

N/A

2-1/2" / 6.4cm

N/A

9-7/8" / 25.1 cm
N/A
N/A

N/A

18" x 19" / 46 x 48 cm
N/A
22-3/8" / 56.8 cm
N/A

70 lbs / 32 kg

90 lbs / 41 kg

N/A

1-Year Parts Warranty (Supplies Excluded)

Video

Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle Paper Drill Demo Video

Transcript :

For more than 45 years, the EH-3 has been the standard by which all other drills are compared. The legend continues?Cast-iron and steel construction ensures years of trouble-free operation. Integrated chip chute directs scrap to the rear-mounted waste bin. Individual head height adjustment. Overall height adjustment. Integrated scale for efficient head positioning. 2-1/2? (63mm) drilling capacity in one powerful stroke and automatic return of the drilling heads. Since its inception. The EH-3 has personified strength reliability and assurance you made the right decision!

Resources

Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle Paper Drill Operator Manual.pdf (601Kb) Download

Staff Review

Challenge EH-3 Hydraulic Three Spindle Paper Drill Review

If you've ever tried to use a traditional three-hole punch to process hundreds of pieces of paper, you know that it's tedious. (Not to mention time-consuming.) However, you can speed the process up by using a hydraulic three spindle paper drill such as the Challenge EH-3. Here's some information about it so you can determine if it's right for you.

The EH-3 has a terrific drilling capacity. This device is capable of drilling through 2.5 inches of paper so you'll be able to process hundreds of sheets very quickly. Only one stroke is needed to punch the paper so you won't have to keep drilling to get the results you want. You can even control the speed of the stroke if you want. At the top speed, this device will deliver 18 strokes per minute.
If you want to work with larger sizes of paper, the EH-3 would be a great choice. This device has a table that measures 19.5" x 31.5" so you can easily process larger sheets.
This is a three spindle drill so you'll be able to drill three holes at once. Using a device such as this is far preferable to using a one spindle machine because you don't need to drill the paper multiple times to get the hole pattern you want. Plus, each hole will be cleanly cut so your documents will look great.
The EH-3 operates hydraulically which is great because that means it's easier for you to use. You don't have to put out much effort to use this device so even if you're working with a lot of sheets, you're less likely to get tired out.
The EH-3 will automatically remove the paper chips for you. It will also return the drilling heads to their appropriate positions so there won't be a lot of contact between the drilling block and bits. This will lengthen the life of the bits so you won't be constantly purchasing new ones.
This device is incredibly large so you'll want to make sure you have adequate room for it before investing in it.
You can feel good about buying this device because it's made in the United States. When you purchase one, you'll be supporting American workers and this country's economy.
Finally, the EH-3 comes with a generous three-year warranty. (The warranty excludes wearables, however.)

The Challenge EH-3 is a fantastic hydraulic three spindle drill. This device is solidly built so you'll definitely be able to get a lot of use out of it. (And if it fails, you've got the excellent three-year warranty to fall back on.) Since this machine has three spindles you'll be able to produce a three-hole pattern quickly and easily, and the device's table is big enough to support larger sizes of paper. And even though this device is big, you'll find it easy to use. All in all, the EH-3 is a really impressive machine, so consider getting one for your workplace today.

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