Bosch Power Tool Insider Guide: Decoding Bosch Power Tools Names/Model

Decoding Bosch Power Tools Names/Models

Ever wonder what GBH 2-23 RE or GSB 21-2 RCT stands for?

Did you know that Bosch product codes each have their meaning and interpretation?

Knowing them will aid you in your Bosch product selection process catered to your specific needs!

All Bosch power tools have their own unique model code devised by an alphanumerical system, understanding them can save you lots of time and money in getting the right tool that will deliver and do the job.

Let us now learn more about the names and models; the focus is on professional tools.

Example Model: G BH 2-23 RE

                        1

The alphabet above 1 categorizes the tool according to the functional area.

G represents that this product is a professional tool meant for industrial tradesmen and end consumer use.

All professional Bosch power tools are predominantly dark blue in colour.

2 other alphabets to denote the functional area are

P: DIY tools for DIYers, dark green in colour; and A: Outdoor tools or Garden tools, light green in colour.

DIY tools are more commonly used in the Europe and US markets where the materials dealt with are generally softer in nature.

Example Model: G BH 2-23 RE

                            2

The alphabets above 2 always consist of 2 letters. It defines the type of tools.

BH represents that this product is a Rotary Hammer.

Below is a list of types of tools:

BM = Drill

SH = Demolition Hammer

DM = Diamond Wheel Cutter

SB = Impact Drill

GS = Straight Grinder

ST = Jigsaw

SR = Screwdriver

WS = Angle Grinder

SA = Sabre Saw

DS = Impact Wrench

RW = Paint Stirrer

KS = Circular Saw

DR = Impact Driver

SM = Bench Grinder

CO = Cut Off Saw

OP = Multi-Cutter

SC = Shear

CM = Mitre Saw

BH = Rotary Hammer

NA = Nibbler

TM = Combination Saw

SG = Foam Cutter

SS = Orbital Sander

BS = Belt Sander

MR = Mini Router

KP = Glue Gun

HO = Planer

EX = Eccentric Sander

BL = Blower

HG = Hot Air Gun

AS = Vacuum Cleaner

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For more information about their purpose and usage visit: http://www.bosch-pt.com.sg/sg/en/professional/startpage/power-tools.html

Example Model: G BH 2-23 RE

                                    3

The numbers above 3 represents the crucial technical data partly abbreviated.

Different products have different crucial technical data, more commonly used ones are, weight of hammer (for rotary hammers), maximum concrete drilling (for most drills), power input in Watts, W; and battery voltage in Volts, V and Amperes, A.

As this is a rotary hammer, 2 represent a 2KG hammer. 23 represent 23mm maximum concrete drilling diameter. Note that the maximum drilling diameter differs between materials such as concrete, wood and steel.

Example Model: G BH 2-23 RE

                                        4

Last but not least, the letters above 4 designate specific characteristics, special feature and function of the tool.

The letters are meant to be interpreted separately.

R represents the function of Reverse Rotation. Reverse rotation meant that the tool is capable of rotating in a reverse direction ideal for screw driving.

E represents the feature of Electronic Control. Electronic control allows for a 2 speed control of the rotary hammer, High and Low. The variable speed control is essential for the purpose of screw driving; lower speed will give users better control of the tool for screw driving. The letters can have different meanings depending on the type of tool. Below is a list of letters and their meanings:

A = Dust Collection

B = Bow Handle

C = Constant Electronic

D = Rotation Stop

E = Electronic Control

F = Quick Change Chuck, Finder

I = Intelligent Tool

L = Long Shaft

P = Pendulum Action

R = Reverse Rotation

S = SDS System

T = Torque Control

V= Voltage, Vertical, View

X = Hexagonal Shank

In totality, GBH 2-23 RE can be interpreted as “Professional rotary hammer, 2kg, 23mm maximum drilling diameter capable to doing reverse rotation with variable speed control”

Another example, Model: GSB 21-2 RCT

• G: Professional tool
• SB: Impact Drill
• 21: Maximum concrete diameter i.e. 21mm
• -2: 2 Speed control (high & low)
• R: Reverse Rotation
• C: Constant electronic booster (help boost the speed of drilling despite strong pressure against the wall which will slow down drilling)
• T: Torque control system function

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