Bosch Pro SDS MAX Other Bits and Accessories
When breaking concrete or changing attachments, Bosch Professional SDS Max accessories help match your hammer to the job.
Check the shank, operating mode and machine compatibility before buying. Groundworkers and refurbishment teams need the right connection, not an adaptor forced into service. Choose the accessory that suits your hammer and the work ahead.
What Are Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories Used For?
- Adapt an SDS Max rotary hammer for compatible alternative tooling where the adaptor and machine instructions specifically permit it.
- Break into concrete around redundant fixings with compatible Bosch Professional SDS Max points, using a hammer with a suitable chiselling mode.
- Remove mortar, render or concrete edges during refurbishment with Bosch Professional SDS Max chisels selected for the material and access available.
- Keep SDS Max connections working properly by cleaning shanks and applying the tool manufacturer's specified lubricant before fitting attachments.
Choosing the Right Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories
Start with your hammer's model number and tool holder; an accessory that fits is not automatically approved for every operating mode.
1. Check Both Ends of an Adaptor
If you need a Bosch Professional SDS Max adaptor, check which connection enters the machine and which tooling it accepts. Adaptors are directional. Do not assume an SDS Max to SDS Plus adaptor also works the other way round.
2. Match the Attachment to the Work
If you need a round fixing hole, choose from Bosch Professional SDS Max Drill Bits. For breaking or stripping, check Bosch Professional SDS Max Chisel Bits. An adaptor does not turn drilling tooling into demolition tooling.
3. Respect the Machine and Accessory Limits
If an adaptor accepts smaller tooling, stay within its stated capacity and operating restrictions. A large SDS Max hammer can overload a smaller bit; fitting the connection does not remove that risk.
Who Uses Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories?
Groundworkers use these accessories when changing between drilling and breaking tasks on compatible rotary hammers. Refurbishment teams and maintenance fitters use suitable adaptors and attachments to tackle concrete repairs, remove old fixings and work around existing services. For the wider system, check the Bosch Professional SDS Max range.
The Basics: Understanding SDS Max Connections
SDS Max is a tool-holder system for larger rotary hammers and breakers. The connection transmits drive while allowing the attachment to move axially under hammer action.
1. SDS Max Is Not SDS Plus
SDS Max uses an approximately 18mm shank, while SDS Plus uses a 10mm shank. They do not fit directly into each other's holders. Check the connection rather than judging it from the tool's appearance.
2. The Operating Mode Still Matters
Drill bits normally need rotation with hammer action; chisels need hammer-only operation. A dedicated breaker cannot drill simply because it accepts an SDS Max shank. For other connection types, check Bosch Professional SDS Bits and Attachments.
Supporting Kit for SDS Max Work
Keep the connection lubricated and plan dust control before starting work on concrete or masonry.
1. Specified Shank Grease
A light application of the lubricant specified for your hammer helps limit wear at the connection. Clean the shank first; adding fresh grease over grit leaves abrasive material inside the holder.
2. Compatible Dust Collection Attachments
Check Bosch Professional Drill Dust Collecting Attachments for options suited to your machine, bit diameter and task. Pair a compatible attachment with suitable extraction; a collection attachment alone does not control airborne dust.
Choose the Right Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories for the Job
Match the connection and working end to the task before comparing price.
| Your Job | Accessory or Attachment Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Use alternative tooling in an SDS Max rotary hammer | Approved adaptor | Correct input and output connections, permitted modes and capacity limits |
| Start localised concrete breaking | SDS Max pointed chisel | Concentrated working tip and a length suited to access |
| Break concrete edges or remove mortar | SDS Max flat chisel | Blade width matched to the material and hammer capacity |
| Maintain the tool-holder connection | Manufacturer-specified shank lubricant | Correct grease specification and application instructions |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying by brand rather than connection leaves you with tooling that may not fit. Check SDS Max, SDS Plus or the exact hex shank size on both the machine and accessory.
- Assuming every adaptor permits hammer action risks damaging the adaptor or tooling. Read its operating restrictions before selecting the machine mode.
- Running a chisel with rotation selected makes it unsuitable for controlled breaking. Use hammer-only mode on a machine approved for chiselling.
- Fitting a dirty, dry shank accelerates wear inside the holder. Wipe it clean and lubricate it as the hammer manufacturer specifies.
Direct-Fit SDS Max Tooling vs Adaptors vs Dedicated Smaller Hammers
Direct-Fit SDS Max Tooling
Choose direct-fit tooling for regular drilling or breaking within your hammer's capacity. It avoids an extra connection, although the size and weight of an SDS Max machine can be excessive for smaller fixing work.
SDS Max Adaptors
An approved adaptor can make occasional tooling changes practical without another machine. It adds length and another joint, and its capacity and operating restrictions still apply.
Dedicated Smaller Hammers
For repeated small fixing holes, a suitable SDS Plus hammer is generally easier to handle than an adapted SDS Max machine. It means carrying another tool, but gives a more appropriate weight and output for the work.
Maintenance and Care
Clean Before Refitting
Disconnect the power or remove the battery before changing attachments. Let hot tooling cool, then wipe dust and grit from the shank before it goes back into the holder.
Lubricate Without Overpacking
Use the specified lubricant and quantity. Excess grease collects dirt; it is not a substitute for cleaning the connection.
Inspect Locking Surfaces
Check for cracks, damaged grooves and excessive wear. SDS tooling needs axial movement, but unreliable retention or unusual looseness needs investigation. Stop using damaged accessories and have a suspect holder checked.
Store Dry and Separately
Keep adaptors and attachments dry in a case or divided tool box. Do not leave them loose in wet rubble, where corrosion and impact damage can affect the fitting surfaces.
Why Shop for Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories at ITS?
ITS stocks the full Bosch Professional SDS Max accessories range for matching tooling and connections to your hammer. Stock is held in our own warehouse, ready for next-day delivery. Check the individual listing for compatibility, current availability and delivery options before ordering.
Bosch Professional SDS Max Accessories FAQs
What SDS max accessories does Bosch make?
Bosch makes SDS Max drill bits, pointed and flat chisels, specialist chiselling attachments and selected adaptors. Availability varies by product and market. Check the individual specification for the connection, intended material and permitted machine use.
What is an SDS max adaptor used for?
It connects an SDS Max machine or attachment to another specified tooling connection, depending on the adaptor's design. Check the direction of conversion, permitted operating modes and capacity. It does not give a breaker rotation or make smaller tooling suitable for unrestricted use in a larger hammer.
Do Bosch SDS max accessories fit any breaker?
No. Compatible SDS Max tooling generally fits SDS Max holders across brands, but breakers also use several hex shank systems. You must check the machine's holder, attachment requirements and manufacturer restrictions. An SDS Max shank will not fit directly into an SDS Plus or hex holder.
Are Bosch sds max accessories any good?
They are a credible choice for professional work when correctly matched to the hammer and task. The useful comparison is the individual accessory's specification, not just the badge. Check its intended application, compatibility and any wear-reducing design features; no adaptor or chisel is immune to misuse or overload.
Where are Bosch tools made?
Bosch manufactures tools and accessories in several countries, so there is no single country of origin for the whole range. A German brand name does not mean every item is made in Germany. Check the product or packaging marking for the specific tool or accessory.
