Cordless impact drill-driver Bosch GSB18V-490 18V without battery

Cordless Impact Drill/Driver Bosch GSB18V-490 18V without Battery

Professional Performance with Brushless Motor

The Bosch GSB18V-490 cordless impact drill/driver is a high-performance tool from the professional Heavy Duty series. The key advantage of this model is the brushless motor, which significantly increases the device's lifespan, provides higher power, and efficiently uses battery charge compared to brushed counterparts. The absence of brush friction minimizes tool heating, allowing for intensive drilling and screwing tasks for extended periods without the risk of overload.

Three Operating Modes and Versatility

The GSB18V-490 model is a versatile solution for construction and installation work thanks to its three modes: drilling, impact drilling, and screwing. The impact mechanism allows effective work with brickwork and light concrete, turning the drill/driver into a compact alternative to a hammer drill for simple tasks. The two-speed all-metal gearbox ensures optimal torque transmission: the first speed is for powerful screwing of large screws, the second for fast drilling in metal and wood.

Design Features and Chuck Reliability

The tool is equipped with a reinforced all-metal quick-release chuck with a clamping diameter of up to 13 mm. The metal chuck body is highly wear-resistant and securely holds the accessories even when working in impact mode. The torque adjustment clutch has 20 positions plus a drilling mode, ensuring precise settings for materials of different densities. The ergonomic body with rubber inserts minimizes slipping in the hand, and the built-in LED light allows comfortable work in dark areas or under poor overall lighting.

Compatibility with Bosch Professional 18V Ecosystem

This model is supplied in a "bare tool" format (without batteries and charger), making it an ideal choice for users who already own Bosch blue series cordless tools. The tool is fully compatible with all Bosch Professional 18V lithium-ion batteries, including standard GBA and high-power ProCORE18V batteries. In case of repair or maintenance, the design allows easy access to components, and standard parts (button, gearbox, chuck) are unified with other platform models, simplifying their search and replacement.

Recommendations for Selection and Use

When selecting accessories for this model, it is recommended to use HSS-G or HSS-Co metal drills for steel structures and specialized carbide-tipped drills for impact mode work on brick. To start working, insert a charged battery into the handle base until it clicks. Mode selection is done by turning the ring behind the chuck. To extend the tool's lifespan, it is recommended to clean the ventilation holes from construction dust after each use and avoid working at critically low speeds under load.

• Brand: Bosch

• Brand Registration Country: Germany

• Country of Manufacture: Malaysia

• Condition: New

• Gender: For Men

• Material: Reinforced Polyamide, Cast Rubber, Steel, Aluminum

• Color: Dark Blue, Black, Red

• Power Voltage: 18V

• Motor Type: Brushless

• Maximum Torque (Hard/Soft): 55 / 28 Nm

• No-Load Speed (1/2 Speed): 0–600 / 0–1900 rpm

• Maximum Impact Rate: 28500 bpm

• Chuck Type: All-Metal Quick-Release 13 mm

• Chuck Clamping Range: 1.5 – 13 mm

• Maximum Drilling Diameter in Wood: 35 mm

• Maximum Drilling Diameter in Steel: 13 mm

• Maximum Drilling Diameter in Brick: 13 mm

• Maximum Screw Diameter: 10 mm

• Number of Torque Settings: 20+1

• Weight without Battery: 1100 grams

• Weight in Package: 1420 grams

• Tool Size: 18.9 x 7.7 x 20.2 cm

• Purpose: Impact Drilling, Non-Impact Drilling, Screwing and Unscrewing Fasteners

• Compatibility: All Bosch Professional 18V Batteries, AL and GAL Series Chargers

• Package Contents: GSB18V-490 Impact Drill/Driver, Belt Clip, User Manual

• Protection: Electronic Cell Protection (ECP) for Battery Overload Protection

• Gearbox Type: Two-Speed Planetary

• Features: LED Work Area Light, Reverse, Motor Brake

• UPC: 034661036811