Comparison Bosch GOP 18 V-EC Professional 06018B0000 vs Bosch GOP 18V-28 Professional 06018B6002

- Reverse. Possibility to change the direction of rotation of the working nozzle of the tool. The use of reverse depends on the type of tool and the type of work for which it is used. For example, when drilling, this function can be useful for releasing a jammed drill. And in screwdrivers (see "Interchangeable heads") a change in the direction of rotation is almost mandatory - otherwise it would be impossible to switch the tool from twisting to loosening and vice versa.

- Speed controller. The ability to smoothly change the speed of movement of the working nozzle (frequency of rotation or vibration). The adjustment itself is used to adjust the tool for different types of materials and work - for different cases, the speed is different. But smooth tuning is good because it allows you to set the required speed as accurately as possible - there are no strictly fixed adjustments in such models, and the operator can choose any option from minimum to maximum. True, a certain skill is required for the effective use of such a tool, but this problem can hardly be called serious even for beginners.

- Maintain momentum. A function that allows you to maintain a constant speed of rotation of the nozzle, regardless of the load on it. Without special adjustment, at a constant engine power, the rotational speed inevitably drops with increasing load and increases with...a decrease. And the revs control system monitors the resistance on the nozzle and, if necessary, changes the power in such a way that the rotation speed remains constant. This has a positive effect both on the quality of work and on the service life of the nozzles and the entire tool.

- Soft start. The moment of starting is one of the most difficult in the operation of any electric motor. When the power is connected directly, in the first moments after the start, a high power flows through the windings, which leads to voltage surges in the network; in addition, the beginning of the movement occurs very abruptly, and this is fraught with jerks of the instrument, with the risk of releasing it from the hands with corresponding unpleasant consequences. The soft start function reduces the described troubles, if not to zero, then to a minimum: special circuits limit the starting power and ensure a soft and safe start of movement.

- Brushless motor. The presence of a brushless (brushless) motor in an electric tool. Such motors are noticeably superior to traditional collector motors in terms of efficiency, which makes it possible to significantly reduce energy consumption without sacrificing power; this is especially important for cordless tools (see "Power Source"), where this feature is predominantly found. In addition, brushless motors are less noisy and generate virtually no sparks during operation, making them ideal for working in high fire hazard environments. Their main disadvantages are traditional - the complexity of the design and high price.

— Backlight. The tool has its own lamp to illuminate the place of work. This feature is especially useful when working in low light conditions or in hard-to-reach areas that are otherwise difficult to illuminate. Note that in this case, it is the embedded system that is meant; some models may be equipped with portable lights as separate units, but such lights do not count as lights.

- Display. Own display in the design of the multifunctional tool is designed to visualize customizable parameters, display the battery charge level and display all sorts of related information. The specific implementation of the screen depends on the level of functionality of a specific instrument model.

- Connecting a vacuum cleaner. Possibility of connecting the vacuum cleaner directly to the tool. For this, a special pipe is usually used, one end of which is led to the place of processing, and the actual hose from the vacuum cleaner is connected to the other. Thanks to this, the work becomes much “cleaner”; True, the vacuum cleaner is far from always 100% able to remove sawdust and other waste, but in any case, it at least simplifies subsequent cleaning. The hose nozzle is usually made removable - this allows you to reduce the overall dimensions of the tool in cases where the vacuum cleaner is not needed or is not within reach. Note that before buying a model with this function, you should pay attention to its compatibility with the specific vacuum cleaner that you plan to use.

— Keyless replacement of nozzles. The presence of a clamping tool in the design that allows you to replace working nozzles without using a key. There are many varieties of such clamps, differing in the procedure for use, but they all have one thing in common: the work with the mount is carried out by hand, without the use of keys or other additional devices.

Types of nozzles supplied with the tool.

— Delta platform. Grinding nozzle with a characteristic triangular shape. It is an obligatory element of equipment for tools with the function of a delta grinder (see "Interchangeable heads"), however, it is also often found in renovators (see "Device").

— Segmented disk. A nozzle in the form of an "incomplete" disk — a circle that has no segment. Such a nozzle is only suitable for processing using vibration, and therefore it is found exclusively in tools with a renovator function (see "Device", "Interchangeable heads"). At the same time, the shape of the nozzle allows you to work with both the front and side parts, which gives you freedom of manoeuvre.

— Chaber. A scraper usually means a plate of a rectangular (or close to it) shape. Such a nozzle is one of the most popular in renovators (see "Device", "Replaceable heads") due to its versatility: it is suitable for scraping, cleaning surfaces, cutting, etc. In addition, the scraper is traditionally used as a regular nozzle for electric chisels .

— Saw blade. Specialized nozzle for sawing various materials. Its design and method of operation may vary depending on the specifics of the tool: for example, in electric jigsaws (see "Replaceable heads") the saw blade is designed to move back and forth and looks...like a characteristic strip, in renovators it looks like a narrow plate, etc. .

— For stitching seams. Nozzle for processing joints between tiles, bricks, etc. to give them a neat appearance. It is worth considering that the shape of the jointing can be different (convex or recessed, straight or rounded, etc.), respectively, and nozzles for such work can have a different shape; specific features should be specified separately for each instrument model.

- Sheets for grinding. Sheets for grinding and polishing stone, wood or metal products on a special plate with fastening to the executive body of a multifunctional tool. They often have a triangular shape; sandpaper or diamond coating is used as the material for their working surface.

Note that these are far from all types of nozzles that modern universal tools can be equipped with, but only the most popular ones. In addition to them, other devices may be included in the kit — for example, a variety of sanding sheets. And the “set of nozzles” option is indicated for tools (mainly engravers, see “Device”), the equipment of which includes several dozen devices; in some models, this number may exceed one and a half hundred.

The number of batteries supplied with the respective tool (see "Power source"). This item may also indicate whether the tool has a built-in battery.

The most popular battery-powered kit option these days is 2 batteries. This provides additional benefits that are especially convenient for long-term continuous use of the tool. So, when one battery runs out of charge, you can quickly replace it with another; and while one battery is in use, the second can be charged. This allows you to minimize or even eliminate breaks for charging. Kits with one battery are not very common: these are mainly entry-level tools designed for small volumes of work, when breaks for charging are quite acceptable.

In addition, many modern cordless tools are supplied without batteries. This configuration assumes that the customer will purchase additional batteries at his own discretion (many models are compatible with several brands of power elements at once). In addition, this option may be useful if you already have a battery on hand. This happens quite often, since many well-known manufacturers use universal batteries suitable for different types of branded power tools. So, for example, a battery from a previously purchased jigsaw or grinder may well be compatible with an engraver or renovator from the same company.

As for non-removable batteries, this is a rather...rare and specific option. Such tools are as compact as possible, but the batteries themselves cannot be quickly changed - so during work you will inevitably have to take breaks for charging. Therefore, this power supply method is typical for low-power tools. In them, small dimensions are more important than a long period of continuous operation, in addition, low capacity allows you to achieve good autonomy even with small sizes (and, accordingly, capacity) of batteries.

The capacity of the battery that the tool with the corresponding type of power is equipped with (see above).

Capacity is essentially the amount of energy a battery can store. The more powerful the device, the more energy it needs to work and the higher the battery capacity should be so that it does not have to be charged too often. At the same time, capacious batteries have a large weight and dimensions, which significantly affects the convenience of work. Therefore, the power of the battery tool is relatively low — otherwise, too bulky batteries would have to be used.

To some extent, this parameter also determines the time that the tool is able to work without recharging. However, taking into account the fact that different models can noticeably differ in power consumption, it makes sense to compare with each other by battery properties only tools with very similar specifications — and even then very approximately.

Note that the same tool can work with batteries of different capacities — it is enough that they are compatible in terms of connectors and operating voltage. However, if you are looking for a spare battery or a replacement for a failed battery, it is best to choose a variant of the same capacity as the original one.

A device for charging the batteries used in the tool with the appropriate power supply. For models supplied with such a device, the charger model may be additionally specified in the characteristics. This information can be useful not only for finding a spare or replacement charger, but also in case the household has other cordless tools and / or batteries for them. The fact is that many manufacturers nowadays use universal batteries that are compatible with a whole set of tools from the same brand; so, for example, a complete charger may be quite suitable for a cordless grinder or drill from the same manufacturer.
On the other hand, a lot of modern cordless tools come without a charger at all. This option will be optimal, first of all, if a compatible memory is already available, and there is simply no need to overpay for a second device. In addition, the lack of a charger will be appreciated by those who want to choose this accessory separately, without relying on the manufacturer's decision.

The presence of a case or cover in the tool kit.

A case is a hard container, a cover is a soft one; the main differences between them are due to this difference in materials. However, the purpose of both devices is the same: they provide ease of storage and transportation. This convenience is provided both by additional protection (in the case of covers — from dirt, in the case of cases — also from hits and shocks), and by the fact that all attachments and additional accessories, usually, are placed inside the cover/case, thereby reducing the risk of losing any of these items.

The noise level produced by the tool during operation. For comparison, 50 decibels roughly corresponds to the noise in an office room, 60 dB to an average TV volume, 70 dB to a truck at a distance of about 8 m, 80 dB to traffic noise, 90 dB to a loud scream.

The lower the noise level, the more comfortable the use of the tool. At the same time, note that this parameter is usually indicated very approximately — the actual “loudness” of operation can vary markedly depending on the mode, the nozzle used, the material being processed, etc.

The weight of the tool can be indicated according to different rules: some manufacturers take into account only the body without a nozzle, others — with a standard working nozzle, for multi-tools (see "Device") the weight of the main unit without a replaceable head, etc. can be indicated. These points are usually specified in the specifications or detailed documentation.

In the case of a power tool, weight has a dual meaning. On the one hand, the smaller it is, the easier it is to hold the unit in your hands during long work and the more convenient it is to carry out fine, accurate processing. On the other hand, a light tool is less stable and has an increased tendency to jerk, which is important under difficult conditions and hard materials.