Challenge Machinery

MS-5

The MS-5 is designed and engineered by Challenge, which introduced the first paper drill in the Graphic Arts industry in the early 1930’s. Today, the MS-5 builds on our expertise with drilling technology. The easily accessible control panel and powerful hydraulic operation are designed to reduce operator fatigue and increase job production. The MS-5 is solidly built, and ready to finish your jobs effectively.
Brochure

Side guide adjustment

Backgauge adjustment

Easy drill length adjustment

2”/ 5.1 cm hollow drill bits available in 13 sizes

2-1/2”/ 6.4 cm hollow drill bits available in 4 sizes

Hollow drill bits also available with teflon coating

Optional narrow heads available, (Necessary when drilling most medical forms)

Cast iron and steel construction

Three drill heads and drilling blocks standard (Two & four head options for European applications)\

Two backgauge filler blocks

Manual drill sharpener

Chip disposal bag

Hydraulic power, foot pedal activated

Automatic table return

Up to 5 holes in a single stroke

Set-up changes are quick & simple

Number of Drill Heads - 2 to 5

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

Center to Center Distance Maximum - 15" / 38 cm

Center to Center Minimum (standard) - 1-7/8" / 48 mm

Center to Center Minimum (optional narrow heads) - 1-3/8 / 35 mm

Maximum Drilling Capacity - 2-1/2" / 63 mm

Strokes per Minute (adjustable) - Up to 18

Backgauge Adjustment - 0 to 5" / 0 to 13 cm

Vertical Adjustment of Individual Heads - 1/4" / 6 mm

DIMENSIONS

Table Size - 17-3/4" x 34" / 45 x 87 cm

Table Height - 37" / 94 cm

Overall Height - 56" / 142 cm

Floor Space Needed - 36" x 36" / 92 x 92 cm

Net Weight (approximate) - 830 lbs / 374 kg

Shipping Weight (approximate) - 910 lbs / 410 kg

ELECTRICAL

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)