Editorial team · Equipment, Tools
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Published on 20 April 2023 · 4 min read
Ergonomic and offering excellent tightening capacity, Bosch Professional ratchet wrenches are perfect for tightening and loosening screws and bolts in confined spaces. The toothless ratchet engages from a swing angle of only 3°. Each wrench combines an open-end wrench and a ratcheting box-end wrench. For greater robustness and durability, Professional ratchet wrenches are made of high-quality chrome-vanadium steel, with a double-hexagon profile (12 points) in hardened steel on the box-end side. Versatile, they are offered in a set of 10 of the most common combination wrench sizes to cover a wide range of applications: 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 mm. Conveniently, this set is compatible with the Bosch L-Boxx 102 thanks to its half-width insert.
Robust and with great cutting performance, the Bosch Professional combination pliers, diagonal cutting pliers and long nose pliers in chrome-vanadium steel benefit from an extended service life thanks to their hardened steel cutting edges. The optimized lever mechanism makes the pliers particularly easy to handle, even with one hand, and reduces the effort required to cut materials by up to 30 % compared with standard pliers. Finally, the ergonomic shape and the shock-absorbing softgrip coating provide a perfect grip and great ease of use. The Professional combination pliers of 180 mm have a maximum cutting diameter of 4,0 mm for soft wire (220 N/mm²) and 2,0 mm for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²). The Professional diagonal cutting pliers of 160 mm have a maximum cutting diameter for soft wire (220 N/mm²) of 4,0 mm and for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²) of 2,0 mm.
The Professional long nose pliers offer a maximum cutting diameter of 4,0 mm for soft wire (220 N/mm²) and 1,6 mm for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²). These 3 pliers are available as a set or individually. Bosch also offers the Professional wire stripping pliers of 160 mm. Its adjustable screw and spring mechanism allow a precise opening for stripping wires up to 10 mm2 in cross-section. Ergonomic, its softgrip handles ensure comfortable and safe use, even with one hand, for repetitive stripping.
Versatile, Bosch Professional screwdrivers feature a high-quality metal shaft. The high-precision tip allows perfect tightening and loosening of screws. Their ergonomic shape and the softgrip coating on the handle provide great ease of use. Among the options available are slotted, Phillips, Pozidriv and Torx screwdrivers to tighten and loosen a wide variety of screws.
To meet a wide range of cutting needs, Bosch offers 2 cutters that stand out for their sturdiness, handling and versatility. The classic Bosch Professional cutter of 18 mm cuts various materials precisely and delivers excellent cutting performance. Featuring a high-quality die-cast aluminium blade holder, it is extremely robust. Easy to use, the cutter offers a good grip thanks to its ergonomic shape and softgrip coating. The blade can be changed quickly, safely and without tools. With an aluminium body, the Bosch Professional retractable cutter can cut through the toughest materials and is ideal for cutting carpet or wire. The retractable blade, adjustable to 3 positions, the ergonomic handle with softgrip coating and the extra-large thumb rest allow safe and efficient use, even with gloves. Conveniently, the blade can be changed quickly and without tools, and the handle can hold 3 spare blades.
For precise strikes, the Bosch Professional locksmith's hammer is perfectly balanced, with a 500 g head for a total weight of 900 g. Of high quality, the head and handle are made of forged steel in one piece, which ensures long service life and good user protection (no risk of the head coming off), and allows striking with maximum force. The softgrip coating on the handle absorbs shocks and its ergonomic shape ensures a good grip.
Durable and long-lasting, the Bosch Professional 60 cm and 120 cm spirit levels feature shockproof end caps and an aluminium body that withstands heavy stress. For precise reading of vertical, horizontal and angle measurements, they are fitted with several magnifying vials containing a UV-resistant liquid and metal rings. An innovative front-view vial allows easy reading regardless of the user's position. Conveniently, they are equipped with handles to simplify taking measurements with one hand.
Bosch offers 2 types of keys: Torx Allen keys and hex Allen keys. The Bosch Professional Allen keys for Torx screws feature a hardened steel body S2 with a hexagonal profile that does not round off and ensures optimal torque transmission. The long body improves leverage and also allows higher torque to be transmitted when tightening and loosening screws. The Torx Allen keys are supplied in an easy-open case that allows quick identification of the contents and convenient storage. The Bosch Professional Allen keys for hex socket screws have the same features but have a ball end on the long side for use in narrow, hard-to-reach spaces.
New Bosch hand tool range: robustness, ergonomics and flexibility
InfoWeb Marketplace · Editorial teamPublished on 20 April 2023 · 4 min read
For their daily work, plumbers, electricians, heating engineers, mechanics, fitters and locksmiths may need a hammer, pliers, a screwdriver and more at any moment. That is why, to complement its power tools, Bosch offers an ergonomic range of hand tools that provides great ease of use. Made with corrosion-resistant materials and high-quality coatings, Bosch Professional hand tools are particularly robust and durable enough to handle any job site.
This comprehensive range includes all the essential tools - screwdrivers, pliers, ratchet wrenches, Allen keys, tape measures, cutters and spirit levels - available individually or as sets. For maximum flexibility on job sites, some sets are compatible with the Bosch L-Boxx mobility system. Their inserts have been designed to fit into L-Boxx 102 so that users have their hand tools perfectly organized and protected.
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Professional ratchet wrenches: a swing angle of only 3°
Ergonomic and offering excellent tightening capacity, Bosch Professional ratchet wrenches are perfect for tightening and loosening screws and bolts in confined spaces. The toothless ratchet engages from a swing angle of only 3°. Each wrench combines an open-end wrench and a ratcheting box-end wrench. For greater robustness and durability, Professional ratchet wrenches are made of high-quality chrome-vanadium steel, with a double-hexagon profile (12 points) in hardened steel on the box-end side. Versatile, they are offered in a set of 10 of the most common combination wrench sizes to cover a wide range of applications: 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 mm. Conveniently, this set is compatible with the Bosch L-Boxx 102 thanks to its half-width insert.
Professional pliers: a set of 3 versatile pliers
Robust and with great cutting performance, the Bosch Professional combination pliers, diagonal cutting pliers and long nose pliers in chrome-vanadium steel benefit from an extended service life thanks to their hardened steel cutting edges. The optimized lever mechanism makes the pliers particularly easy to handle, even with one hand, and reduces the effort required to cut materials by up to 30 % compared with standard pliers. Finally, the ergonomic shape and the shock-absorbing softgrip coating provide a perfect grip and great ease of use. The Professional combination pliers of 180 mm have a maximum cutting diameter of 4,0 mm for soft wire (220 N/mm²) and 2,0 mm for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²). The Professional diagonal cutting pliers of 160 mm have a maximum cutting diameter for soft wire (220 N/mm²) of 4,0 mm and for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²) of 2,0 mm.
The Professional long nose pliers offer a maximum cutting diameter of 4,0 mm for soft wire (220 N/mm²) and 1,6 mm for hard wire (2 030 N/mm²). These 3 pliers are available as a set or individually. Bosch also offers the Professional wire stripping pliers of 160 mm. Its adjustable screw and spring mechanism allow a precise opening for stripping wires up to 10 mm2 in cross-section. Ergonomic, its softgrip handles ensure comfortable and safe use, even with one hand, for repetitive stripping.
Professional screwdrivers: robust for all demanding jobs
Versatile, Bosch Professional screwdrivers feature a high-quality metal shaft. The high-precision tip allows perfect tightening and loosening of screws. Their ergonomic shape and the softgrip coating on the handle provide great ease of use. Among the options available are slotted, Phillips, Pozidriv and Torx screwdrivers to tighten and loosen a wide variety of screws.
Professional cutters: cutting performance and handling
To meet a wide range of cutting needs, Bosch offers 2 cutters that stand out for their sturdiness, handling and versatility. The classic Bosch Professional cutter of 18 mm cuts various materials precisely and delivers excellent cutting performance. Featuring a high-quality die-cast aluminium blade holder, it is extremely robust. Easy to use, the cutter offers a good grip thanks to its ergonomic shape and softgrip coating. The blade can be changed quickly, safely and without tools. With an aluminium body, the Bosch Professional retractable cutter can cut through the toughest materials and is ideal for cutting carpet or wire. The retractable blade, adjustable to 3 positions, the ergonomic handle with softgrip coating and the extra-large thumb rest allow safe and efficient use, even with gloves. Conveniently, the blade can be changed quickly and without tools, and the handle can hold 3 spare blades.
Professional locksmith's hammer: precise and safe strikes for the user
For precise strikes, the Bosch Professional locksmith's hammer is perfectly balanced, with a 500 g head for a total weight of 900 g. Of high quality, the head and handle are made of forged steel in one piece, which ensures long service life and good user protection (no risk of the head coming off), and allows striking with maximum force. The softgrip coating on the handle absorbs shocks and its ergonomic shape ensures a good grip.
Professional spirit levels: easy and precise level reading
Durable and long-lasting, the Bosch Professional 60 cm and 120 cm spirit levels feature shockproof end caps and an aluminium body that withstands heavy stress. For precise reading of vertical, horizontal and angle measurements, they are fitted with several magnifying vials containing a UV-resistant liquid and metal rings. An innovative front-view vial allows easy reading regardless of the user's position. Conveniently, they are equipped with handles to simplify taking measurements with one hand.
Professional Torx Allen keys / hex Allen keys: for optimal torque transmission
Bosch offers 2 types of keys: Torx Allen keys and hex Allen keys. The Bosch Professional Allen keys for Torx screws feature a hardened steel body S2 with a hexagonal profile that does not round off and ensures optimal torque transmission. The long body improves leverage and also allows higher torque to be transmitted when tightening and loosening screws. The Torx Allen keys are supplied in an easy-open case that allows quick identification of the contents and convenient storage. The Bosch Professional Allen keys for hex socket screws have the same features but have a ball end on the long side for use in narrow, hard-to-reach spaces.