Drill Bosch - an overview of popular models
When a person acquires personal space, he begins to arrange it, and for this he buys the necessary tool. Choose a Bosch drill from the offered assortment - provide yourself with a multifunctional device for many years. Using a compact tool, you can expand the scope of its application to universal. At first, this is just a drill, a faithful assistant in arranging an apartment.
A decent tool for good hands
Drill Attractiveness:
- wide linear range of tools;
- reliability and durability;
- a dense network of service centers throughout the sales area;
- excellent balancing and compactness of devices;
- light weight and power consumption compared to models of the same performance from other companies.
Drill manufacturer Bosch has set the limits for the tool. In the market, you can find inexpensive green drills for hobbyists. Their cost is 3-5 times less than a blue tool. The reason for the high cost lies in the increased performance of the blue tool.
In order for a professional tool to work for a long time, without allowing overheating, it is provided:
- better body tightness, which creates dust protection;
- shock absorbers, non-slip grips;
- instead of plain bearings and bushings, closed rolling bearings are installed;
- metal assemblies are made of high strength steels - alloyed or heat treated;
- there is a mandatory soft start mode;
- a rubber-braided cable is used, which allows working at low temperatures;
- a professional tool has a narrower specification.
A far from complete list of differences confirms that a professional tool should be expensive. However, the owner of a Bosch household drill, subject to the requirements of the operating instructions, his tool will serve for many years. The main thing is to keep the device clean, change the carbon brushes and add lubricant on schedule. The difference in equipment for the pros ensures long-term operation in one cycle. The hobbyist has the opportunity not to overload the instrument.
When choosing a Bosch instrument, it will be useful to know that in catalogs all amateur instruments always have P as the first letter in their names, and the professional row begins with G.
The second two letters indicate:
- SR - screwdriver;
- SB - impact drill;
- BM - hammerless drill;
- DB - diamond core drill.
The numerical values indicate the characteristics of the equipment. After the numbers, the letters indicate additional information about the availability of certain functions. For example, RE stands for reverse and speed control. The letter D means there is a rotation lock function, L - increased power, and other options.
Examples and descriptions of household models
Most often, buyers are interested in inexpensive and reliable models of screwdrivers and drills with impact functions.
Drill screwdriver The Bosch PSR 1200 is a great choice for small household jobs. This is a cordless tool.The device is used for its intended purpose and for drilling small holes in the wall. The kit includes a nickel-cadmium battery with a capacity of 1.2 A * h, allowing a speed of 7000 rpm. Recharging lasts for 20 minutes of continuous use. The kit comes with a charging station, the battery is charged within an hour, after which it must be turned off, otherwise it will be destroyed. Blocking is not provided.
The rpm is electronically controlled. The maximum drill size for metal is 10 mm, for wood - 20. A keyless chuck is used. The weight of the device is 1.2 kg, the cost is 4-5 thousand rubles. If a second battery is included, the kit will cost more.
Impact drill Bosch PSB 500RE is a universal household tool that supports the functions of drilling, hammer drilling. The tool belongs to the light series, weighs 1.5 kg, while the engine is powerful. 0.5 kW provides speeds up to 3000 rpm with a torque of 7.5 N * m. The drill has a 4 meter cord, allowing freedom of movement within a standard room.
The drilling speed is changed by pressing the mode switch. The drill is capable of producing 48,000 bpm. Soft grips and good centering make the work comfortable. The tool is able to drill a hole in metal - 8, concrete - 10, wood - 25 mm.
Impact drill Bosch PSB 650RE is more powerful. The tool, like the previous one, has two modes of operation, but differs in the size of the drilled holes. The maximum holes in concrete, wood and metal are 14, 30, 12 mm, respectively.
As a wrench, the tool is used at a low speed, which is set electronically.
When working in one mode and at one speed, a button lock mode is provided. Keyless chuck provides easy accessory change.
Bosch professional drills and area of application.
The Bosch GSB 13RE drill is used for drilling holes in brick up to 15 mm, metal up to 10 mm. Setting the speeds before starting work allows you to use the tool in all modes, except slotting. 600W motor power provides high torque. Single speed mode, but with convenient electronic smoothness control. The powerful 1.8 kg tool can be used in confined spaces. When registering a purchase on the official Bosch website, a 2-year warranty is purchased for the drill from the manufacturer. The production of this model is carried out in Russia, so its cost is 5 thousand rubles.
More powerful and heavier is the Bosch GSB 16RE drill, equipped with a 700 W motor. It is a powerful tool in terms of technical parameters, but users often complain about the inadequacy of the keyless chuck with the impact function. This loosens the fastening of the drill. The cost of the tool is about 8 thousand.
The Bosch GBM 13 2RE hammerless drill has a two-speed operating mode, with the ability to switch during operation and reverse. The chuck has a centering screw as protection against loosening. The adjusting wheel on the body allows you to set the initial speed.
The spindle device is adapted to the use of European standard hex bits.
This drill can be used in a drilling machine. The mating friction parts are mounted on rolling bearings. The weight of the drill is just under 2 kg. Engine power 550 W. If the purchase is registered on the manufacturer's website, the drill is guaranteed for 3 years. The cost is 12-13 thousand rubles.
For mobile professionals, the Bosch GSR 1800 Li cordless drill is an indispensable tool. The powerful device operates on 18 volt terminals. The capacity of the 1.5 Ah lithium-ion battery allows for high performance. A convenient parameter of lithium batteries is the ability to recharge at any time, if there is a network, without breaking the connector. The battery is fully charged within an hour and a half.The drill operates at a variable speed and a maximum torque of 34 N * m. The 1.4 kg tool weight allows you to tirelessly drill holes in the ceiling.
The little Bosch GSR 1080 2RE drill screwdriver is of interest to furniture assemblers. The drill weighs only a kilogram and has a powerful battery. While one battery is working, the other is being charged. Within one and a half hours, one battery is charged and the power of the other is generated. The two-speed tool has long been the favorite screwdriver of professionals.