Archive for May, 2009

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver : Bosch SPS10 Litheon Cordless Screwdriver

Executive Summary about : Bosch Cordless Screwdriver by http://woodworking.about.com

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver

Here’s another tool that really surprised me.

When I opened the case and took a look at the Bosch SPS10 Cordless Screwdriver, I almost thought I was looking at a toy. This cordless screwdriver is literally small enough that it fit into my front jeans pocket. And yet, it was able to drive all of the screws in my latest project with ease.

The Bosch SPS10 Cordless Screwdriver was a surprise. However, after trying out this Bosch Cordless Screwdriver for a little while, I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of power Bosch engineers have packed into this tiny little tool. It handled nearly every task that I threw at it with relative ease. Of course, if you’re planning on extended screwing of three-inch screws into hardwood without pre-drilling, this probably isn’t the tool for you.

That being said, for having a cordless screwdriver always within easy reach (since you can keep it in your pocket, apron or pouch as easily as a large tape measure), it’s hard to beat the Bosch SPS10 Cordless Screwdriver.

The Bottom Line

Not all power woodworking tools need to be heavy-duty machines that take up space in the wood shop. Sometimes, well-built, useful tools come in small packages. Such is the case with the Bosch SPS10 Cordless Screwdriver. While it operates on rechargable 3.6v Lithium Ion battery packs that, because of their small size will have a shorter usage time per charge when compared to a much larger cordless drill, it has enough power to drive most screws used in common woodworking tasks.

Description

  • Lightweight, yet powerful screwdriver in a small size
  • Automatic locking system locks the bit holder in place for manual screwdriving
  • Magnetized bit holder helps hold screws when starting
  • With small form factor comes smaller batteries, meaning less usage time per charge
  • Includes cordless screwdriver, two batteries, a fast charger and carrying case
  • Has a built-in work light LED that automatically comes on when driving
  • Variable speed trigger (0-250 RPM)

Just like any other tool in the PS line, the fit and finish is solid and pleasing to grip, with enough heft that you’re aware the tool is substantial, but without it feeling like a brick or a toy.  The SPS10 is shaped a bit differently from the SmartDriver, but the size is comparable - when you compare it to the already small PS-20 you get a feel for how tiny it really is.

Another big feather in the SPS10’s cap is the 0-250 RPM variable-speed trigger - the SPS10 stands out as the only palm driver to sport the feature.  True, it’s not a whopping high number at full burn, but it’s good for drivers of this size.  Other features like the LED work light and directional button are more common.

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver SPS10

Bosch Cordless Screwdriver SPS10

Article you may be interested in reading : Bosch - Cordless Screwdriver PS20 or Bosch IXO Cordless Screwdriver

Bosch Innovations

Monday, May 18th, 2009

Bosch Innovations

Executive Summary about : Bosch Innovations  by www.boschtools.com

Bosch Corporation

Bosch Corporation

Bosch Power Tools and Accessories is one of the divisions within the $1 billion, 4,000 employee strong Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, which is the North American branch of the largest power tool and accessory manufacturer in the world, Robert Bosch GmbH. Bosch provides a complete line of corded and cordless power tools and accessories engineered to survive any jobsite and allow professionals to take control of their work

From the beginning Bosch engineers and technicians not only built tools, but also developed visions and translated them into a reality.

Technological Pioneers

  • 1932 - Bosch produced the first electric rotary hammer. Subsequent introductions included the lightest 2 Kg. rotary hammer in the world (1981)and SDS-Max®; bit holding system (1990) for quick, easy hammer bit changes.
  • 1946 - When a Bosch employee installed a blade on his wife’s sewing machine almost half a century ago, the idea for a jig saw was born. The very first portable jig saw was introduced in 1947. Today, Bosch still enjoys the premier worldwide reputation for this tool.
  • 1997-1998 - The revolutionary 1617-1618 fixed-base routers werelaunched in 1997, and the first power hand saw system with flush cutting (Finecut) came out in 1998.
  • 2002 - The first cordless drill/drivers engineered to survive multiple drops from more than one-story (10-ft) onto solid concrete were launched in 2002. The Bosch Brute-ToughTM cordless drill/drivers changed perspectives on how long cordless tools should last.
  • 2003 - The first 12-inch sliding compound dual-bevel miter sawwith all up-front bevel and miter controls was launched in 2003. The line continued to grow with the first 10-inch sliding compound dual-bevel and 12-inch dual bevel miter saws in 2004.
  • 2003 - RotoZip sells to Bosch. Bosch relaunches the entire line of products with new tools, attachments, and packaging under RotoZip by Bosch.
  • 2004 - The world’s first Power BoxTM, all-in-one power center and jobsite radio/CD player with a 4-way GFCI power outlet, integrated Bosch battery charger, 12-volt outlet perfect for charging cell phones and two-way radio, AM/FM digital radio, and auxiliary jack for MP3 players was launched in 2004.
  • 2004 - Direct ConnectTM, the world’s first cord management system, debuted on the CS20 construction saw. receiving numerous awards for the innovation, Bosch also offered Direct ConnectTM on the new RS20 reciprocating saw launched later in the year.
  • 2004 - In direct response to the newly recognized health hazards related to vibration over-exposure on the job, Bosch developed an innovative anti-vibration handle system to reduce vibration by an astounding 60%. The system offers professionals uncompromising comfort in all grinding applications.
  • 2006 - Bosch launched two of the world’s smallest, most powerful ultra-compact Lithium-ion tools, LitheonTM 12V Max Pocket Driver (PS20) and the Litheon TM I-Driver (PS10). The Pocket Driver is 40% lighter and 33% more productive than other compact drill/drivers, yet small enough to fit into a tool belt pouch. The I-Driver, with a 90-degree articulating head, is the first professional cordless drill/driver to have a total head length of 3.5-inches. Both can drive 100 3-inch screws per charge. They are lightweight and powerful enough to accomplish a majority of professional drill/driving tasks all day without fatigue.

Bosch engineering is driven by a desire to produce tools with low vibration, minimum noise level, precision, dust extraction/entrapment, simple and easy accessory changes and the best possible power-to-tool weight ratio.

Bosch SDS-plus and SDS-max systems for rotary and demolition hammers set the standard in this segment and the Power ChangeTM hole saw system continues this strong tradition.

The study of ergonomic principles began in the early 1950s and Bosch is one of the first power tool manufacturers to employ ergonomic design in hand-held power tools.

Grip Area: Bosch designs handles and gripping surfaces to allow comfortable grip and weight distribution, multiple hand positions for better control, and to help dampen vibration.