Bosch SDS+ Other Bits and Accessories
Need to chip out mortar or adapt your drill? Bosch SDS accessories cover jobs beyond straightforward masonry drilling.
Match adaptors, chisels and points to your machine's holder and operating modes before buying. For fitters tackling refurbs and maintenance, the right attachment saves changing tools. Choose by connection, task and permitted use.
What Are Bosch SDS Accessories Used For?
- Chip away mortar around damaged brickwork using a suitable chisel in a drill with a hammer-only mode.
- Break up small areas of concrete during refurbishment using Bosch SDS plus points, keeping the work within the drill's rated capacity.
- Fit a compatible conventional chuck through a Bosch SDS adaptor for straight-shank drilling, using rotary-only mode where the adaptor instructions require it.
- Lift tiles during bathroom strip-outs with a suitable tile chisel, working at a shallow angle to limit damage to the backing.
Choosing the Right Bosch SDS Accessories
Match the holder first, then check the drill mode and attachment's intended use. A fitting shank does not make every job suitable.
1. SDS Plus or SDS Max
If your drill has an SDS Plus holder, choose Bosch SDS plus accessories unless an explicitly approved adaptor arrangement says otherwise. SDS Max attachments do not fit directly. Check the exact machine specification rather than judging by appearance.
2. Chisel Shape and Working Width
Choose a point for concentrated breaking and a flat chisel for controlled removal along an edge. For lifting tiles, use a purpose-made tile chisel. Browse Bosch SDS+ Chisel Bits by shape and task, not simply by length.
3. Adaptor Limits
If you need to hold straight-shank bits, check the adaptor's chuck connection, capacity and permitted operating mode. Do not assume a conventional chuck can withstand hammer action. For regular fixing holes, Bosch SDS+ Drill Bit Sets keep compatible masonry sizes together without a chuck conversion.
Who Uses Bosch SDS Accessories?
Brickies and maintenance teams use Bosch SDS chisels for local mortar removal and masonry repairs. Plumbers and bathroom fitters use suitable chiselling attachments during strip-outs, while installers use compatible adaptors when switching to straight-shank drilling without bringing out another drill.
The Basics: Understanding Bosch SDS Accessories
The SDS connection retains the attachment while allowing the movement needed for hammering. The drill's operating mode determines whether it drills, chisels or turns without impact.
1. Holder Compatibility
SDS Plus and SDS Max use different shanks and holders. Accessories can work across drill brands when the SDS connection and application match, but they are not universally interchangeable.
2. Rotation and Hammering
Chisels and points require hammer-only operation with rotation stopped. Not every SDS drill offers this mode. Check the operating modes when comparing Bosch SDS Drills, particularly if stripping and breaking are regular jobs.
Supporting Kit for Bosch SDS Accessories
Keep drilling attachments matched to the task and control dust at source wherever a suitable system is available.
1. Compatible Dust Collection Attachments
Check Bosch Drill Dust Collection Attachments against your machine and bit dimensions. A compatible attachment connected to suitable extraction reduces airborne dust and clean-up; a drilling attachment is not automatically suitable for chiselling.
2. SDS Shank Grease
Use the lubricant specified in your drill's instructions, in the stated quantity, to reduce shank and holder wear. Clean off grit first rather than trapping abrasive dust beneath fresh grease.
Choose the Right Bosch SDS Accessories for the Job
Start with the task, then confirm the holder and operating mode.
| Your Job | Accessory Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Localised masonry breaking | SDS point | Concentrated tip, correct shank, hammer-only operation |
| Controlled mortar or masonry removal | Flat chisel | Cutting width matched to the joint or working area |
| Bathroom tile removal | Tile chisel | Suitable blade shape and width for working beneath tiles |
| Straight-shank drilling | Compatible chuck adaptor and chuck | Correct connections, bit capacity and approved operating mode |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying SDS Max attachments for an SDS Plus drill leaves you with incompatible kit. Check the holder designation before ordering.
- Buying chisels for a drill without hammer-only mode means you cannot use them correctly. Confirm that rotation can be stopped.
- Running an ordinary adaptor-mounted chuck in hammer mode can damage the assembly. Follow the adaptor and chuck instructions rather than assuming impact compatibility.
- Using a wide chisel for heavy breaking can overload a smaller drill and slow progress. Match the attachment and workload to the machine's stated capacity.
SDS Points vs Flat Chisels vs Chuck Adaptors
SDS Points
Points concentrate impact into a small area for starting breaks in masonry. Choose them for localised breaking, not for lifting tiles or leaving a controlled flat edge.
Flat Chisels
Flat chisels spread impact across a cutting edge for more directed removal. Choose the width to suit the work; a broad blade is not a substitute for a more powerful breaker.
Chuck Adaptors
Adaptors let compatible SDS machines hold a conventional chuck for straight-shank bits. They add length and can introduce play. For masonry fixing holes, use suitable Bosch SDS+ Drill Bits directly in the holder.
Maintenance and Care
Clean the Shank
Disconnect the machine from its power source before changing attachments. Wipe dust and grit from the shank before fitting, and lubricate only as instructed.
Inspect Before Use
Check for cracks, bent shanks and damaged retaining grooves. Replace damaged accessories rather than forcing them into the holder or continuing until they fail.
Store Dry and Protected
Let hot attachments cool before handling or packing. Remove moisture and store them in a dry case, with cutting edges protected from loose tools.
Maintain Cutting Edges Correctly
Follow the individual chisel instructions on sharpening. Do not grind specialist or self-sharpening profiles indiscriminately; replace worn attachments when their intended cutting shape is lost.
Why Shop for Bosch SDS Accessories at ITS?
Shop the Bosch SDS accessory range at ITS, covering adaptors, chisels and points for different site tasks. Stock is held in our own warehouse, with in-stock items ready for next-day delivery. Check each listing for the connection, included components and current availability before ordering.
Bosch SDS Accessories FAQs
What SDS accessories does Bosch make?
Bosch makes SDS drilling bits, chisels, points and various adaptors and supporting attachments. Availability differs between SDS Plus and SDS Max. Check the individual accessory's connection and intended application rather than assuming every type fits your drill.
What is an SDS adaptor used for?
It connects an SDS holder to another specified fitting. A common example accepts a compatible conventional chuck for straight-shank bits. Check whether the chuck is included and which operating modes are allowed; ordinary chuck adaptors generally require rotary-only use.
Do Bosch SDS accessories fit any SDS drill?
No. Bosch SDS Plus accessories generally fit other brands' SDS Plus holders, but SDS Max uses a different connection. The machine must also support the intended task: a chisel needs hammer-only operation, even when its shank fits.
Are Bosch sds accessories any good?
They are a sensible option when the accessory specification matches the job. Bosch offers different designs for drilling, breaking and controlled removal, so judge the individual item rather than the name alone. Wrong operating modes, excessive leverage and abrasive grit will still cause wear or damage.
Where are Bosch tools made?
Bosch manufactures tools and accessories in several countries. The manufacturing country varies by product and can differ between ranges. Check the packaging or product marking for the specific item; the Bosch name does not mean every accessory is made in Germany.
