Bosch Pro SDS+ Other Bits and Accessories
Switching from drilling to breaking out? Bosch Professional SDS accessories help match your hammer to the next job.
For fitters and refurb teams, the right adaptor, point or chisel saves using the wrong tool on stubborn masonry. Check the shank, permitted operating mode and machine compatibility before buying. Choose the accessory for your next task.
What Are Bosch Professional SDS Accessories Used For?
- Fit a compatible chuck adaptor to hold straight-shank drill bits for rotary-only drilling in timber or metal, where the hammer manufacturer permits it.
- Break into localised areas of concrete or masonry with an SDS point and a hammer fitted with a suitable chisel-only mode.
- Strip tiles and remove mortar during bathroom and kitchen refurbs using a chisel shaped for the material and access available.
- Control drilling depth for repeated fixing holes with a compatible depth stop, reducing the chance of drilling deeper than the fixing requires.
Choosing the Right Bosch Professional SDS Accessories
Match the accessory to your hammer's tool holder and operating modes before looking at its size or price.
1. Check the Shank First
If your hammer takes SDS Plus, buy Bosch Professional SDS Plus accessories with the matching shank. SDS Max accessories do not fit directly. Check your machine model against the accessory specification; the wider Bosch Professional SDS Plus range is the starting point for matching kit.
2. Choose an Adaptor for a Defined Job
If you need to hold straight-shank bits, check whether the adaptor includes a chuck or needs one separately. A Bosch Professional SDS adaptor is not permission to use hammer action: ordinary chuck-and-adaptor arrangements are for rotary-only work unless explicitly rated otherwise.
3. Match the Cutting End to the Material
If you are breaking into masonry, a point concentrates the impact. For lifting tiles or working across a surface, choose a suitably shaped chisel rather than forcing a point sideways. Compare Bosch Professional SDS Plus Chisel Bits for the working width and profile your job needs.
Who Uses Bosch Professional SDS Accessories?
Sparkies and plumbers use SDS accessories when switching between fixing holes, localised chasing and breaking out around services. Kitchen and bathroom fitters use suitable chisels for tile removal, while maintenance teams keep compatible adaptors handy for occasional rotary drilling without carrying another drill. Chiselling attachments need a machine with chisel-only operation; an SDS chuck alone does not guarantee it.
The Basics: Understanding SDS Accessories
The SDS connection holds the accessory while allowing the movement needed for hammering. What you can do with it still depends on the accessory and the machine's operating modes.
1. The Holder and the Operating Mode Are Separate Checks
A matching shank gets the accessory into the tool holder, but it does not make every operation suitable. Drilling masonry normally uses rotation with hammer action; chiselling needs impact without rotation. Check both before fitting the accessory.
2. Adaptors Change the Connection, Not the Machine's Limits
An adaptor lets a compatible tool holder accept another specified fitting. It does not increase drilling capacity or make an ordinary drill chuck suitable for percussion. Follow the limits for the hammer, adaptor and attached accessory.
Supporting Kit for SDS Drilling and Breaking
Keep the right drilling bits and dust-control equipment alongside your accessories so a change of task does not stop the job.
1. Masonry Drill Bits
A chisel will not produce a fixing hole. Choose Bosch Professional SDS Plus Drill Bits in the diameter and working length specified for your fixings.
2. Drill Bit Sets
If maintenance work means changing fixing sizes throughout the day, Bosch Professional SDS Plus Drill Bit Sets keep commonly used diameters together rather than loose in the bottom of the tool bag.
3. Compatible Dust Collection
Capture dust at the drilling point rather than relying on a clean-up afterwards. Check Bosch Professional Drill Dust Collecting Attachments for machine, bit-size and extraction compatibility; a drilling attachment is not automatically suitable for chiselling.
Choose the Right Bosch Professional SDS Accessories for the Job
Start with the task, then check the connection and operating mode.
| Your Job | Accessory Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Holding straight-shank bits for timber or metal | Compatible SDS chuck adaptor and drill chuck | Correct fitting, suitable chuck capacity and rotary-only operation unless explicitly rated otherwise |
| Starting localised masonry breakout | SDS point | Matching shank, suitable working length and a hammer with chisel-only mode |
| Removing tiles or surface mortar | Tile or flat chisel suited to the task | Appropriate blade width and profile, with chisel-only operation |
| Repeating fixing-hole depths | Compatible depth stop | Secure mounting and sufficient adjustment for the required drilling depth |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying by brand alone can leave you with the wrong connection. Check SDS Plus, SDS Max and any machine-specific fitting before ordering.
- Leaving hammer action engaged with an ordinary chuck adaptor can damage the assembly. Use rotary-only mode unless the complete arrangement is expressly rated for hammer drilling.
- Buying a chisel for a hammer without chisel-only mode leaves you with an unsuitable combination. Check the operating modes in the machine manual first.
- Using a point or chisel as a crowbar puts sideways loads through the accessory and tool holder. Break out in manageable sections rather than levering against the shank.
SDS Adaptors vs Points vs Chisels
Adaptors for Changing the Fitting
Choose an adaptor when you need a specified connection, such as a compatible drill chuck for straight-shank bits. It does not cut or break material itself, and its permitted operating mode matters as much as its fit.
Points for Concentrated Breakout
Bosch Professional SDS Plus points concentrate impact into a small area for starting breaks in masonry or concrete. They suit localised removal, but a wider cutting edge is usually more useful for lifting tiles across a surface.
Chisels for Controlled Material Removal
Bosch Professional SDS chisels provide different blade profiles for tasks such as tile removal and masonry trimming. Choose the width for the material and hammer capacity; a wider blade is not automatically quicker on hard material.
Maintenance and Care
Clean the Shank Before Fitting
Wipe off grit and masonry dust before inserting an accessory. Apply only the lubricant and amount specified by the hammer manufacturer; dirt carried into the holder increases wear.
Inspect the Connection
Check shank grooves, adaptor threads and chuck jaws for damage. Stop using accessories that are bent, cracked or no longer lock securely, rather than forcing them into the holder.
Check Working Ends
A badly worn point or chipped chisel edge makes removal slower and encourages excess pressure. Follow the accessory maker's guidance on resharpening; replace damaged accessories where reconditioning is not permitted.
Store Clean and Dry
Remove debris after use and dry accessories before putting them away. Keep adaptors and chisels secured in a case so cutting edges and connection surfaces are not knocked about by loose kit.
Why Shop for Bosch Professional SDS Accessories at ITS?
ITS stocks the full Bosch Professional SDS accessories range, covering adaptors, points, chisels and supporting fittings for different tasks. Stock is held in our own warehouse, ready for next-day delivery on in-stock items, subject to delivery location and order cut-off. Check the individual listing for the fitting, pack contents and availability before ordering.
Bosch Professional SDS Accessories FAQs
What SDS accessories does Bosch make?
Bosch makes SDS drilling bits, pointed and shaped chisels, chuck adaptors and compatible dust-control attachments, among other supporting accessories. The fitting and machine compatibility vary by product, so check the individual specification rather than assuming every Bosch SDS accessory suits your hammer.
What is an SDS adaptor used for?
An SDS adaptor changes the connection available at the tool holder. A common example lets a compatible SDS hammer hold a drill chuck for straight-shank bits. Check whether the chuck is included, and use rotary-only mode unless the complete assembly is specifically approved for hammer action.
Do Bosch SDS accessories fit any SDS drill?
No. SDS Plus and SDS Max are different fittings and do not interchange directly. Matching SDS Plus shanks generally fit SDS Plus holders across brands, but attachment-specific compatibility, machine capacity and operating modes still need checking. A chisel also needs a machine that supports chisel-only operation.
Are Bosch sds accessories any good?
Bosch offers SDS accessories intended for professional drilling and demolition tasks, but the useful test is whether the individual accessory suits your material and machine. Match the shank, working profile and stated application. Even a professional accessory can wear quickly or break if it is forced, used for levering or run in the wrong mode.
Where are Bosch tools made?
Bosch manufactures tools and accessories in several countries; there is no single country of manufacture for the whole range. Check the product or packaging for the country of origin of the exact item. A Bosch brand name alone does not establish where a particular tool or accessory was made.
