Product Description

Bosch GKF 18V-8 Cordless Brushless Palm Router with Plunge Base Kit, 2 x 5.0Ah Batteries, GAL18V-40 Charger and L-Boxx

The Bosch GKF 18V-8 is a compact 18V brushless palm router offering precise, controlled routing with variable speeds of 10,000–30,000rpm, fine depth adjustment and dual LED lighting. Its lightweight 1.1kg design, multiple collet compatibility and dedicated dust extraction adaptors make it a versatile choice for edge and surface routing applications.

Supplied with 2x Bosch 1600A002U5 GBA 18V 5.0Ah CoolPack batteries, providing extended runtime for demanding applications. Bosch COOLPACK technology improves heat dissipation to help protect the cells and extend battery life, while compatibility with the Bosch Professional 18V System allows the batteries to be used across a wide range of compatible tools. The kit also includes the compact GAL18V-40 charger for efficient charging of Bosch Professional 18V batteries.

Features & Specifications:

GKF 18V-8 Cordless Brushless Palm Router:

• Powerful brushless motor provides reliable performance across a wide range of routing applications.
• Compact, low-profile design reduces top-heaviness for improved control and handling.
• Variable no-load speed of 10,000–30,000rpm to suit different materials and applications.
• Fine depth adjustment enables accurate control of routing depth.
• Hands-free spindle lock makes router bit changes quick and convenient.
• Dual LED lights illuminate the work area for improved visibility.
• Dedicated surface and edge routing dust extraction adaptors provide efficient dust collection.
• Compatible with 6mm, 8mm and 1/4" collets for added versatility.
• Parallel guide helps achieve accurate, consistent routing along workpiece edges.
• Part of the Bosch Professional 18V cordless system.
• Voltage: 18V
• Motor: Brushless
• No-load speed: 10,000–30,000rpm
• Collet diameter: 6mm, 8mm, 1/4"
• Weight without battery: 1.1kg
• Sound pressure level: 87dB(A)
• Sound power level: 95dB(A)
• Noise uncertainty K: 3dB
• Vibration emission: 2.5m/s²
• Vibration uncertainty K: 1.5m/s²

CoolPack 18V Battery GBA 5.0Ah:

• A further 25% increase in runtime (cf. with 4.0 Ah battery).
• CoolPack technology for up to 100% longer lifetime (cf. battery without CoolPack).
• Bosch flexible power system – battery suitable for all tools in one voltage class.
• Battery voltage: 18 V
• Battery capacity: 5 Ah
• Weight: 620 g

GAL18V-40 18V Professional Battery Charger:

• Compact design for convenient transport and storage
• Dual-mode charging: fast 80 % charge, then gentle long-life finish
• Fully charges a ProCORE18V 4.0Ah battery in ≈ 65 min
• Status LEDs indicate fast-charge, long-life charge or complete
• Error LED for temperature or battery-fault warnings
• Compatible with all Bosch Professional 18V Lithium-Ion batteries
• Engineered for safe, efficient charging under heavy use
• Charging Current Max: 4.0 A
• Output Voltage: 18V
• Charge Times (80 % / 100 %): 2.0Ah battery: 24 min / 35 min, 3.0Ah battery: 36 min / 50 min, 4.0Ah battery: 48 min / 65 min, 5.0Ah battery: 60 min / 70 min, 6.0Ah battery: 72 min / 95 min
• Charger Dimensions (L×W×H): 185×110×75 mm
• Weight: 575 g
• Product Type: Battery charger

What is Included: 

• 1 x GKF 18V-8 Cordless Brushless Palm Router
• 2 x CoolPack 18V Batteries GBA 5.0Ah
• 1 x GAL18V-40 18V Professional Battery Charger
• 1 x Parallel Guide
• 1 x Surface Routing Dust Extraction Adapter
• 1 x 1/4" Collet with Nut
• 1 x Chip Shield
• 1 x L-BOXX 238
• 1 x TE 600 Plunge Base
• 1 x Edge Routing Dust Extraction Adapter for TE 600
• 1 x L-BOXX Inlay
• 1 x Surface Routing Dust Extraction Adapter for TE 600