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Time Saver. Charging the battery
while it’s on the tool eliminates the
need for multiple batteries and saves
pros from the hassle of dead batteries.

pros from the hassle of dead batteries. The
wireless charger and battery feature an
innovative charging system that ensures
more resistance against water, dust and
dirt for better overall durability and longer
battery life.
This power advancement is based on
contactless energy transfer, also known
as inductive charging. When the charger
is plugged in and a compatible battery is
placed on it, the charger begins wirelessly
transmitting an alternating magnetic field.
The battery, featuring an internal copper coil,
acts as a receiver. As the alternating magnetic
field penetrates the coil, voltage is induced
and a charging current flows to the cells
ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CORP. until full. Similar to conventional charging,
the battery and charger are in constant
communication during the charge process to
ensure proper charge and a long battery life.

3. The power tool industry’s best batteries heavy-duty reciprocating saws and other THE CHANGING MARKETPLACE
are made to stay cooler at all voltage levels. high-power, robust products possible. Most trade professionals run their busi-
Battery housings should conduct heat nesses with 18-V lithium-ion power because
away from battery core. For higher voltage THE NEW KID it’s reliable and readily available. But users
batteries, features such as cooling fins or In the ongoing effort to increase productivity continue to pursue options that give them
other cooling enhancements should be by eliminating downtime, a new versatile, an edge: speed, performance, ease of use
incorporated into the shell to dissipate heat. dependable power tool battery system has or runtime. The nature of the job at hand
emerged. Bosch has taken a lead position always dictates power tool requirements
CUSTOMIZABLE AND in this effort with its introduction of a in the construction trades. It’s certain that
TASK-SPECIFIC TOOLS wireless power tool charging system. This increased 12V, 18V and 36V battery power
Lithium-ion technology allows manufac- system ensures tools are always power that’s more powerful, lasts longer and de-
turers to develop higher amp-draw tools, ready—anytime, anyplace. The Bosch livers maximum runtime will continue to
but also powerful compact tools. At the Wireless Charging System allows pros to drive demand. n
lower end of the voltage spectrum, manu- charge power tools virtually anywhere—
facturers can offer an impressive step up in a moving vehicle, between jobs, with Tim Truesdale is Product Manager, Cordless
in power in the smallest packages. For the battery on the tool or off—eliminating for Robert Bosch Tool Corporation
example, most of today’s drill/drivers far the need for multiple batteries and saving www.robertboschtoolcorporation.com
exceed the level of torque users need for
common everyday tasks, such as driving
fasteners and drilling pilot holes. But with-
out a powerful ultra-compact solution,
most users would be forced to carry around
heavier overpowered tools. With lithium-
ion, compact drill/drivers can accomplish
the majority of the day’s work. These tools
generally come in a 12-V size and will even
fit into a smaller storage case. They can
also take on unique configurations to fit
into hard-to-reach areas. ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CORP.
For applications where a heavy-duty tool
is required, lithium-ion power makes tools
such as a one-inch rotary hammer with Flexible Charging. The Bosch Wireless Charging System allows pros to charge power tools
chipping capability, a hand-held band saw, virtually anywhere, including while in a moving vehicle or between jobs.

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