EH-3 Three-Spindle Drill

Made in the USA and trusted by commercial printers across North America, the Challenge EH-3 Three-Spindle Drill delivers reliable performance with exceptional drilling capacity and ease of use. This robust hydraulic drill handles three holes simultaneously, making it ideal for producing catalogs, manuals, forms, and more.

With a 2-1/2” maximum drilling depth, quick-adjust drill heads, and flexible backgauge control, the EH-3 is built for fast-paced production. Operators benefit from automatic drill return, adjustable stroke speed, and optional auto-trip side guides for even greater efficiency. Whether you’re drilling standard hole configurations or custom setups, the EH-3 offers the power and flexibility you need for continuous operation with minimal downtime.

Drilling Capacity & Heads
• Number of drill heads: 3
• Drill sizes (2” depth): 1/8” to 1/2” (3–13 mm)
• Drill sizes (2-1/2” depth): 1/4” to 1/2” (6–13 mm)
• Max drilling depth: 2-1/2” (63 mm)
• Adjustable strokes per minute: up to 18

Drill Spacing
• 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)

Backgauge & Adjustments
• Backgauge adjustment: 0 to 4-1/2” (0–11 cm)
• Vertical head adjustment: 1/4” (6 mm)
• Optional: Auto-trip side guide

Dimensions
• Table size: 19.5” x 31.5” (50 x 80 cm)
• Table height: 37” (94 cm)
• Overall height: 59.25” (151 cm)
• Required floor space: 36” x 41.5” (91 x 105 cm)
• Net weight: 520 lbs (236 kg)
• Shipping weight: 570 lbs (259 kg)

Power Requirements
• Motor type: Hydraulic
• Pump: 1/2 HP | Spindle motor: 1 HP
• Power option 1: 208V, 18 Amps (recommended 30A service)
• Power option 2: 230V, 17 Amps (recommended 30A service)
• Frequency: 60 Hz, Single Phase