Mount Prospect, Ill., – Two new sanders coming out this spring from Bosch Power Tools and Accessories incorporate significant refinements to just about every detail of a palm-grip random orbit sander, putting them at forefront of this important and growing sander category.
The Bosch ROS20VS and the ROS10 are designed to give even the most exacting finish carpenters, cabinet makers, woodworkers and others exactly what they want, beginning with great performance and results. The optimized combination of pad orbit and rotation delivers fast removal and a well-blended, ultra-smooth finish. Bosch’s integral pad dampening system, a pad braking system, is designed to eliminate the most common complaint of random orbit sander users – swirl marks on the workpiece. Finish quality is further enhanced with the use of a soft microcellular backing pad. The pliable pad ensures a smooth, fine finish on flat or contoured surfaces.
Both sanders are designed to deliver years of trouble-free operation. The ROS20VS and the ROS10 are built around a sturdy 2.2 amp motor to provide significant power, consistent speed, and long life in almost any sanding environment.
And Bosch’s new HookTight™ disc attachment system firmly grips standard hook-and-loop sanding discs over extended periods. HookTight’s 35,000 long-life hooks (up to 2X the standard number of hooks) are shorter and have a special gripping geometry. This makes it difficult for dust to get between the disc and the hooks and weaken the grip. In addition, HookTight hooks are made to withstand high temperatures better than standard hooks, resulting in a dramatic improvement in the life of the backing pad.
While performance and reliability are important, the time associated with sanding tasks makes user comfort critical. That’s why Bosch developed an advanced ergonomic sander body and one of the most sophisticated sander dust collection systems on the market.
The Bosch Microfilter System is optimized for filtering fine dust, trapping particles as small as a half micron in diameter, which is less than 60 times smaller than a human hair. The system’s unique translucent, twist-off dust canister enables users to easily see dust level, and the anti-spillback design helps keep the dust where it belongs, inside the canister. Both sanders include an adapter that allows them to easily connect to most wet/dry vacuum cleaner hoses for maximum dust collection efficiency
The Bosch ROS20VS and the ROS10 also deliver best-in-class ergonomics. The housings are designed to provide outstanding comfort when gripped in a wide array of locations on the top or body. Bosch’s elongated top, soft-grip surfaces, and low-vibration design all contribute to easy control, smooth operation and all-day comfort.
The ROS20VSK kit, which typically retails for $79, includes a variable-speed dial (7,500-12,000 RPM) so users can optimize the sanding speed to match both material and task. The ROS10, with a retail price of $59, operates at a consistent 12,000 RPM, the optimal speed for most sanding tasks.
Both sanders come with a dust canister, vacuum hose adapter and sanding disc and are covered by a one-year warranty. The ROS20VSK kit also includes a carrying case. The sanders are now available through authorized Bosch distributors nationwide. To find out more, users may visit www.boschtools.com or call 877-BOSCH-99.
About Bosch Power Tools and Accessories:
Bosch Power Tools and Accessories is one of the divisions within the $1 billion, 4,000 employee strong Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, which is the North American branch of the largest power tool and accessory manufacturer in the world, Robert Bosch GmbH. Bosch provides a complete line of corded and cordless power tools and accessories engineered to survive any jobsite and allow professionals to take control of their work. For more information, call toll free 877-BOSCH-99 (877-267-2499) or visit www.boschtools.com.
About Bosch North America:
In North America, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets power tools and accessories, automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial automation and mobile products, security technology, thermo-technology, packaging equipment and household appliances. Bosch employs 22,700 associates in more than 80 primary and 20 associated facilities throughout the region with reported sales of $8.4 billion in 2005. This year marks Bosch’s 100th year of operating in the U.S. For more information on the company and the Centennial, visit www.bosch.us.