Bosch 11241EVS 1-9/16-Inch 11-Amp SDS-Max Combination Hammer
A combination hammer is probably the most expensive tool you?ll buy for the job site, and with this Bosch, you know you?re getting top performance for your money. This model is enormously efficient, powerful and versatile, turning stubborn tile into rubble and drilling effortlessly into 3-inch thick concrete. Part of the beauty of this combination hammer is that it actually doesn?t want you to do the work for it; we found that exerting force on it actually slows you down. Instead, firm, steady pressure got us the best results. First, the features: Bit changes couldn?t be faster or easier, to the credit of the SDS-max bit system. Just twist the bit and push it in until it locks into place automatically, and you?re ready to work. Set the selector lever to one of three clearly marked positions: hammer only, if you?re chipping or demolishing; rotary hammer for drilling; or the 0 (horizontal) setting to use the great vario-lock feature, an ingenious setting that lets you position your spade or gouge at exactly the attitude you need. While in the vario-lock setting, you just rotate the locking sleeve to one of 12 positions at 30-degree increments, then switch the selector back to hammer mode. An easy twist of the locking sleeve secures the bit in position. And when you?re in hammer-only mode, the tool automatically boosts power by 20 percent for maximum chiseling. Maximum speed is controlled by the Auto-Max® dial on the tool body, just above the service reminder and power indicator lights, another top-of-the-line Bosch feature we love. The Service Minder light illuminates when it?s time for preventative maintenance, and the beautiful Bosch design lets technicians quickly replace your brushes or power cord and get your tool back in your hands as fast as possible. Aside from its incredible power, the feature that stands out for us is the ergonomics Bosch is famous for. They?ve been working on it since the 1950s, decades before most of us even heard the word. In this tool, you?ll notice the distinct reduction of vibration, the lion?s share of it absorbed by the tool?s handle, not your arm. The auxiliary handle swivels a full 360 degrees, so you?re never straining and risking injury at an awkward work angle. We rarely find a tool that we can?t tack a wish list of changes onto, and this is definitely one of them. It?s the quality, power, comfort and dependability Bosch is deservedly known for. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste What?s in the Box
Combination hammer, auxiliary handle, carrying case
This tough new SDS-Max combination hammer offers dual mode operation for hammering with or without rotation. It features a variable-speed 11 amp motor that provides 170 to 340 rpm and 1,700 to 3,300 beats per minute. The hammer delivers 6.2 foot-pounds of impact energy in regular operation, and up to 7.4 foot-pounds in turbo mode. The tool's constant response circuitry ensures a soft start and a constant speed under load. The combination hammer also includes an indicator light to let you know when preventative maintenance is required and a power light that indicates when the tool is plugged in and ready for use. This hammer is 17-1/4 inches in length, weighs 14 pounds, and has a maximum bit size of 1-9/16 inches.
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Bosch 11241EVS 1-9/16-Inch 11-Amp SDS-Max Combination Hammer Reviews
So if you are going to use this one a lot, take this into consideration, since shipping it I am sure will be a small fortune due to the weight. Seems to be build well, and I am sure this will last for a few years. Very comfortable to use, and pretty straight forward. This tool went through it like it was butter. The slab was huge. I bought this hammer to remove old deck posting.
The people that had done the original deck, to their wisdom, instead of using a frame mold and pouring concrete, they simply placed a bunch of bricks and rocks around the post, dug a big hole, and fill it with concrete. I would definitely recommend this tool. Manual says the brushes are good for about 300-400 hours, at which point you need to send the tool back to Bosch for replacement brushes and lubrication. I was able in an hours time to break up the old post into chips, which then allowed me to easily remove the posts, and do the job right.
I got the dewalt flat head spade and that works great (after my hitachi spade was too big to dig effectively). I can dig a trench with it in no time. I highly recommend this to anyone who does not want to hand dig anything anymore This is a great tool for digging through tough soil. This tool is comfortable to use and works good on concrete as well. One word of caution: Don't buy a big clay spade for digging with this tool because it will not be able to handle it (not enough power).
No problems. I have used it to dig footings and trenches in the local hard-pan clay; drill into concrete slabs; break and remove concrete sidewalks; and, break out mortered stone walls. I have been using the Bosch 11241EVS 1-9/16-Inch 11-Amp SDS-Max Combination Hammer for three years. I highly recommend it. I use the clay spade, and a variety of SDS-MAX bull-points, chisels, and drills. It was a great investment because I would have had to rent a similar product at least 20 times over that period.
I have used it to cut 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" holes through 3" cured floors, chopped a number of 8"x16" concrete beams that needed to be trimmed 4", chopped beam pockets, chopped out many 4" deep rectangular holes for receptacle boxes that the tilt up guys forgot to cast in place and cut many holes for the electricians. This Bosch combo hammer was paid for after only 6 days use. I am extremely satisfied with this tool and recommend it for consideration to anyone who wants a high quality combination hammer with power. I got tired of renting a hammer for about $80 a day plus the time/gas required for turn around at the rental agency. Working with a chisel chops out cured concrete as easily as if you were removing hard wood.
SDS Max drills and core bits are very popular, have a tremendous selection. (You must apply pressure to the bit or core before it actually hammers). It has performed perfectly. It has saved my bacon many times and it has earned my gratitude.
This tool has never given me a moment of problem. The SDS Max design is extremely rugged and easy to engage or disengage. Vibration and noise is reasonable, soft start up is a big safety plus, the big SDS Max chuck releases instantly at all times. I just make sure it is definitely not depressed. The only criticism I have concerns the 'on' lock button which can be in the depressed position so that when the power cable is first plugged in, the tool starts. The balance and ergonomic design of the handles is first rate.
I have had my Bosch 11241EVS for about three months now. Sweet. Working in the hammer mode increases power about 20% and I assure you, it makes quick work of demolishing, chopping or drilling most anything. This machine does big work, is not too heavy (saves my back)., and in its carrying case, fits nicely in my truck. The many blows per minute multiplies the power of this machine dramatically.
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