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product_id: 23910044
title: "DrillMate"
brand: "milescraft"
price: "AR$371495"
currency: ARS
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 12
category: "Milescraft"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/23910044-drillmate
store_origin: AR
region: Argentina
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# 4 angle presets (45°, 60°, 75°, 90°) Fits 3/8" & 1/2" cordless drills Holds round stock up to 3" diameter DrillMate

**Brand:** milescraft
**Price:** AR$371495
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📏 Drill like a pro, wherever you go — precision meets portability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DrillMate by milescraft
- **How much does it cost?** AR$371495 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/23910044-drillmate)

## Best For

- milescraft enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted milescraft brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Round Stock Ready:** Built-in centering channels accommodate round materials up to 3 inches, perfect for diverse projects.
- • **Precision Angled Drilling:** Set exact drilling angles with easy-to-read presets for flawless results every time.
- • **Durable Metal Construction:** Crafted from die-cast aluminum and steel rods for long-lasting reliability and smooth operation.
- • **Universal Drill Compatibility:** Seamlessly attaches to most 3/8" and 1/2" cordless drills, expanding your toolkit’s versatility.
- • **Portable Drill Press Alternative:** Take precision drilling anywhere—no bulky drill press needed, ideal for on-the-go pros.

## Overview

The Milescraft 1318 DrillMate is a portable, adjustable drilling guide designed for professional-grade accuracy on the go. Compatible with 3/8" and 1/2" cordless drills, it offers multiple angle settings (45°, 60°, 75°, 90°) and can center drill holes on round stock up to 3" diameter. Made from durable metal with quality bearings, it’s the perfect compact alternative to a drill press for DIYers and woodworkers seeking precision without the bulk.

## Description

You can’t take a drill press with you everywhere you go, but you can take a Milescraft® DrillMate™. This portable drill guide makes it quick and easy to drill precise holes at multiple angles. The DrillMate™ saves time and eliminates frustration when drilling multiple holes in all types and shapes of stock.

Review: Great alternative to a drill press - Works really well. Accurate drilling at 90. Seems pretty durable for occasional use. Easy assembly.
Review: What a clever jig! Not for high precision work though - I purchased this setup as I did not want to go out and buy a drill press to drill 3/16" holes into the ends of 1/2 X 1/2 inch acrylic rods . I tried clamping them to a workmate but kept getting the holes drilled at funny angles. I purchased this jig with a multi angled vise and got nearly perfect holes. YMMV but this jig is clever and effective for DIY projects. The price is extremely decent for what you get. If you have stuff that needs to be held within +/-.005.. No this will not hold up. but if you can deal with +/- 1/32" This will work just fine. It is not made of Chinesium but rather die cast aluminum and mild steal rods. The most impressive part is the decent quality bearings for the Jacobs Chuck assembly. No discernable wabble and holds drill bits perfectly. Glad I made this purchase.

## Features

- Premium Home Improvement Tools: Perfect for straight or angled drilling; drilling on the edge of a board or on round stock
- Sturdy Woodworking Tools: Attaches to all 3/8" & 1/2" cordless drills; it also includes a 3/8" capacity chuck with key
- Multiple Angle Settings: Angle readout for setting drilling angles to 45°, 60°, 75°, and 90°
- Versatile Carpentry Tools: Centering channels built into the bottom of the base, to accommodate drilling any round stock up to 3 inches in diameter
- Premium Milescraft Tools: We offer products that help woodworkers and do-it-yourselfers to complete projects quickly, accurately, and easily.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B014A1Z92I |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,639 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #1 in Power Drill Chucks |
| Brand | Milescraft |
| Color | Black Red Grey |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (10,221) |
| Date First Available | April 8, 2015 |
| Drill Type | Basic Drill |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.38 Inches |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 0.38 Inches |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00737888131808 |
| Included Components | Drill Attachment |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Electric | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 0.065 ounces |
| Item model number | 1318 |
| Manufacturer | Milescraft |
| Material | Metal |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 1 Inches |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 5000 RPM |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Part Number | 1318 |
| Pattern | Drill |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 16"L x 5.5"W x 18"H |
| Size | 1 PACK |
| Special Feature | Variable Speed |
| Special Features | Variable Speed |
| Speed | 5000 RPM |
| Style | Drillmate |
| UPC | 638361867965 737888131808 827165703542 |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Milescraft
- **Color:** Black Red Grey
- **Maximum Chuck Size:** 1 Inches
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 5000 RPM
- **Power Source:** Hand Powered

## Images

![DrillMate - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61T4ifEbxHL.jpg)
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![DrillMate - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/815TE5hTGdL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What's the diameter of the opening in the base?**
A: I needed the exact dimensions for an edge guide add-on to this guide that I am working on. The center hole is 88mm in diameter. The 4 mounting holes are 7mm in diameter, and spaced 83mm (center to center) in one dimension, and 108mm in the other. The rectangular portion of the base is 110mm in one dimension and 140mm in the other. The fillets on the edges of the base have a radius of 18mm.

**Q: Does anybody know how many inches the stroke is? Thank you.**
A: I've found it cannot drill through 4x4 timber.  I haven't measure the stroke, probably about 2.5 inches.

**Q: Does it use Bearings or Bushings for the spindle?**
A: The spindle has two ball bearings in it, for accuracy. The bushings are located on the left and right side of the guide head, which is where the bars slide through.

**Q: what is the center demions?**
A: The Base Opening is 3-1/2" in diameter.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great alternative to a drill press
*by D***N on February 10, 2026*

Works really well. Accurate drilling at 90. Seems pretty durable for occasional use. Easy assembly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ What a clever jig! Not for high precision work though
*by D***A on October 19, 2024*

I purchased this setup as I did not want to go out and buy a drill press to drill 3/16" holes into the ends of 1/2 X 1/2 inch acrylic rods . I tried clamping them to a workmate but kept getting the holes drilled at funny angles. I purchased this jig with a multi angled vise and got nearly perfect holes. YMMV but this jig is clever and effective for DIY projects. The price is extremely decent for what you get. If you have stuff that needs to be held within +/-.005.. No this will not hold up. but if you can deal with +/- 1/32" This will work just fine. It is not made of Chinesium but rather die cast aluminum and mild steal rods. The most impressive part is the decent quality bearings for the Jacobs Chuck assembly. No discernable wabble and holds drill bits perfectly. Glad I made this purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A welcome addition.
*by R***X on August 20, 2024*

I recently received a Milescraft Drillmate 1318. Assembly went smoothly, and the parts appear to be well made and nicely finished. The angle adjustment seems easy to use and should be useful, although perpendicular holes are its main attraction for me. With a little work, I could set the drill angle at something other than one of the 15 degree increment pre-sets. So far my use of the Drillmate is admittedly limited. Not surprising, I found the Drillmate to be somewhere between a handheld drill and a drill press. It does not have the precision or controlled feed of a drill press, but the Drillmate is much more portable and versatile. It certainly offers a lot more precision than a handheld drill, at least in my hands, where perpendicular holes are embarrassingly rare. Attaching a power drill to the chuck shaft requires working around the post extensions in order to tighten the power drill’s chuck, which felt a little odd. Apparently I have only dealt with chucks in wide open spaces in my, up to this point, sheltered life. But it is certainly doable, and I attached an 18v Makita drill. I don’t have any handheld power drills around anymore that have a keyed chuck, but like my drill press, the Drillmate does. Using the Drillmate actually requires dealing with two drill chucks. My first project with the Drillmate was to enlarge the dog holes on my workbench from 1/2 inch diameter to the more common 3/4 inch diameter, using a spade bit. With spade bits, I find it easier to control the feed, although there would not be any material to guide the center point in this case. Twist drills sometimes want to grab and chip. In my experience, It is relatively easy to enlarge holes using a drill press and much more difficult to do with a handheld drill. But enlarging these workbench holes on my drill press was not possible. Enter the Drillmate. To give myself a better chance of minimizing tear out and avoiding irregular holes when enlarging them, I like to make a template with a hole drilled in it of the desired size. I made a template with a piece of 1/2 inch thick panel about 10 by 10 inches, and drilled a 3/4 inch hole in the center with the Drillmate. I then positioned this template hole over a bench top hole to be enlarged, centered the template as best I could, and clamped it to the bench top. I positioned the Drillmate’s base onto the template, lined up the drill bit in the template’s hole, and powered on the Makita. I proceeded to make a 3/4 inch dog hole out of a 1/2 inch hole. I was quite pleased with the results - the edges were clean, the hole was round, and the drilling was quick and drama free. Thirteen more holes to go, and all went well. I was impressed with the holes and the Drillmate. It worked smoothly and precisely. I never felt that I was fighting the return spring. Perpendicular holes - at last! The Drillmate has a rather small base, but a larger, auxilllary base can be used unattached as I did, or attached, which I am considering. I found the auxilllary base or template to be necessary when drilling holes near edges where the Drillmate base alone would hanging over the edge and unstable. One thing I remember about chuck keys is that every stinkin’ one of them disappears. And that drills with keyed chucks are worthless without the correct key. And that no key ever fit another other drill’s chuck. So I just ordered a couple of extra chuck keys for my Drillmate. FYI - extra keys are available from the Milescraft website by clicking on Products, Drilling / Precision Drilling, 1318 - Drillmate, View Replacement Parts. Inexpensive, nicely made, versatile, a quality of work improving device, this Drillmate. Yet another tool I wish I had picked up a long time ago.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*