Cordless Edge Router And Planer From Bosch
Bosch is offering a cordless edge router GKF 12V-8 Professional and a cordless planer GHO 12V-20 Professional in the 12 V segment for the first time.
The Flexible Power System from Bosch ensures compatibility with all existing power tools and chargers within the same voltage class. The 12 V system currently comprises of more than 30 tools, including multi-cutters,jig saws, hand-held circular saws, saber saws and different cordless screwdrivers.
The cordless edge router and planer are suitable for tradespeople working on interior wood finishing and kitchen installations, window, stairway or furniture manufacturing where control and flexibility is important. The tools are well-balanced, ergonomic and compact, which is made possible by the 12 V system as well as the use of EC technology.
The Bosch GKF 12V-8 Professional cordless edge router stands out thanks to its comfortable handling when working on edges and edge bands. The handle is narrow and ergonomic so that the cordless edge router can be conveniently operated with one hand.
Weighing only 1.1 kg, the tool is incredibly light. The base plate is designed to have as much contact with the workpiece as possible. This combination ensures tilt-proof handling.
The Bosch GHO 12V-20 Professional cordless planer is comparable to a traditional hand-held planer in terms of weight and size, meaning it offers tradespeople familiar handling characteristics. Its ergonomic design provides comfortable handling and balance, optimised for one hand use. At a cutting depth of 1 mm, the optimum cutting width of the cordless planer is 40 mm, the maximum cutting width is 56 mm.
Both tools come delivered in the new L-Boxx 136, which makes it easier for professionals to transport and store them. Thanks to the optimised click system, the L-Boxxes can now be opened when stacked – and can be quickly connected and disconnected with just one hand.
Prices for the GKF 12V-8 Professional start at £139.00 and £189.00 for the GHO 12V-20 Professional. These prices are recommended retail prices excluding VAT and are subject to change.
