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Bosch GSR 18v Drill Driver

Bosch GSR 18v Cordless Turbo Tough Drill Driver - Strong and durable and ideal for medium to large screw and drilling diameters

Features:
- Powerful: high transmission of torque due to newly developed 2-speed planetary gearbox with metal gear wheels for powerful drilling and screwdriving
- Extremely robust: fully functional, even after being dropped from a height of 2m onto concrete thanks to the "Dura Shield" housing
- Long lifetime and overload capability due to the new, unique Bosch high-performance motor and the world's first air-cooled gearbox
- Progressively increasing torque enables fine adjustment to any size of screw
- Newly developed Auto-Lock drill chuck with high clamping force for screwdriver bits and drill bits
- Ergonomically shaped handle with comfort zone in the softgrip area for a secure hold and fatigue-free working
- Changeable carbon brushes
- 25 torque settings + drill setting

Specifications
- Quick charger AL 2450 DV
- 3 x 2.6 Ah NiMH batteries
- Carrying case
- Keyless chuck
- Auxiliary handle
- Drill chuck, version: Keyless chuck

Torque, max. (hard screwdriving applications): 82 Nm
No-load speed, 1st gear: 0 to 470 rpm
No-load speed, 2nd gear: 0 to 1.800 rpm
Torque, max. (soft screwdriving applications): 38 Nm
Chuck jaw width, min. /max.: 1,5 / 13 mm
Drill spindle thread: 1 /2"
Battery voltage: 18v
Weight including battery, approx.: 2,70 kg
Keyless chuck: 13 mm
Charging time, approx.: 30 min
Torque settings: 25+1
Length: 252,0 mm
Height: 262,0 mm

Drilling diameter:
Max. drilling diameter in wood: 50 mm
Max. drilling diameter in steel: 13 mm

Screw diameter:
Max. screw diameter: 12 mm

Perfect examples of 12v Cordless Drill Drivers include the Black & Decker CD12CA 12v, Bosch GSR12-23 12v, DeWalt DC7442AV 12v, Hitachi 12DVF3 12v, Makita 6319DWDE3 12v, plus the Ryobi CHD1201 12v

In Case 14.4v Cordless Drill Drivers are more ideal, then make sure to review the Black & Decker CP142KB 14.4v, Bosch PSR14Li-2 Lithium Ion 14.4v, DeWalt DC731KA 14.4v, the Hitachi DSDL Li-Ion 14.4v,Makita 6280DWPE3 14.4v, or the Ryobi CCD-1441 14.4v

For all your your 18v Cordless Drill Drivers requirements, go take a look at the
Black & Decker CD18CA 18v, Bosch GSR 18v, DeWalt 920KB 18v, Hitachi DS18DFL 18v, the Makita BDF452RFE 18v or the Ryobi CHD-1801M One+ 18v

Be DIY safe!

In the past drills were manually driven but technological advancements have led to the development of drill drivers that are powered by an electric motor. For many years these electric power tools have been the most popular and well-utilized tool around home but recently there has become a increasing trend towards cordless drill drivers thanks to the development of battery technologies.

Electric rotary drill drivers are made mainly for drilling metal and wood. This type of drill is normally small and compact. Motor sizes range from around 500 watts. The lower wattage motors are ok for drilling small holes or minimal use, the more powerful motored machines might cope with larger size holes and more frequent use. The chuck size is another thing to check, the smaller drill drivers have a chuck which might only accept drill bits up to 10mm diameter the larger chuck size is 13mm.

Any tool might feel like an extension of your hand. The tool may feel great while standing in the store aisle but try to imagine what it might feel like after a few hours of use. While in the shop make sure all controls are convenient, and check to see if the forward/reverse and high/low speed switches in particular are easy to use.

A reversible drill is a must if you plan on using the drill with screwdriver bits. Torque is the term utilized to describe the rotational strain exerted by the drill. Today's higher voltage cordless drill drivers might provide nearly the same amount of torque as a corded model. Yes, bigger is better, but increased power almost always brings increased size and weight. Unless you plan on drilling with large self-feeding or auger bits, consider a more compact model with a lower torque. Because there is no industry standard for measuring torque, be aware that you cannot compare the torque ratings of drill drivers from one brand to another.

All cordless drill drivers come with a battery charger, with recharge times ranging from 15 minutes to three hours. But faster isn't necessarily better. A contractor might depend on fast recharges, but slower recharging isn't usually a concern at home, especially if you have two batteries. What's more, there are drawbacks to fast charging. A speedy recharge may damage a battery by generating excessive heat, unless it's a specially made unit. If you want a speedy recharge, go with a tool from Makita, Hitachi or Panasonic, whose "smart" chargers are equipped with temperature sensors and feedback circuitry that protect batteries. These units provide a charge in as little as nine minutes without battery damage.

Unlike Ni-Cd batteries, lithium-ion batteries might be charged early and often. However, if they are not utilized for a long time, they might be brought to a charge level of around 40% - 60%. Li-ion batteries might be kept cool. Ideally they are stored in a refrigerator. Aging might take its toll much faster at high temperatures. The high temperatures found in cars cause lithium-ion batteries to degrade rapidly. Storing a Li-ion battery at the correct temperature and charge makes all the difference in maintaining its storage capacity. It is significantly beneficial to avoid storing a lithium-ion battery at full charge. A Li-ion battery stored at 40% charge might last many times longer than one stored at 100% charge, particularly at higher temperatures.

Drilling a hole isn't rocket science but it may be quite frustrating if you don't know how to do it. For example, if you try to use a wood auger bit to drill a hole in metal you'll ruin the bit, score the metal and possibly injure yourself in the process. Drilling a hole correctly, however, is something you may easily accomplish with a little practice.

There might be occasions when you have to drill a hole at an angle. In these cases drill carefully. You may draw a pencil line on the material noting the angle and then try to follow that pencil guide as you drill. There are also angle guides you may use. Place these over the spot you want drilled with the guide calibrated at the correct angle. Insert the drill bit into the guide and drill away. If you are drilling completely through the material when the drill bit begins to exit out the other side of the material be careful, especially with wood. The drill bit exiting the wood may splinter the wood around the exit point. If it might show, you might want to sand it smooth. Better yet stop the splintering by covering the exit point with masking or duct tape. The tape might decrease if not stop the splintering.

Usually referred to as twist drill bits, twist bits are probably the most common drilling tools utilized by the handyman with either a hand or electric drill. The front edges cut the material and the spirals along the length remove the debris from the hole and tend to keep the bit straight. They may be utilized on timber, metal, plastics and similar materials. Most twist bits are made from either High Speed Steel (HSS) or Carbon Steel. High Speed Steel bits are suitable for drilling most types of material. When drilling metal the HSS stands up to the high temperatures. Carbon steel bits are specially ground for drilling wood and might not be utilized for drilling metals as they tend to be more brittle and less flexible than HSS bits.

DIY Safety tips:

Use a voltage tester to check the power to the wires or connections are off before touching them. Check your work thoroughly before restoring power to the circuit. If you are not certain, seek professional advice. Remember the golden rule ... " If you don’t know – ask".
Always use the correct tools for the job. It is worth investing in high quality equipment as this might be safer and might probably do the job speedier.

Take extra care when removing artex or textured paint from walls as these materials may contain asbestos. Safety precautions must be followed when handling and disposing of asbestos. Contact your local environmental health department for advice.

Do not work with electricity in damp or wet conditions. If you MUST, always use an RCD. Always place the cable of a hedge trimmer or mower over your shoulder and keep it behind you at all times.

If you have any doubts whatsoever about how to safely use any material, or equipment, ask the manufacturer or supplier.

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