Jul 15 2005
The new exclusive Bosch BLUECORE™ batteries provide up to 50-percent more cordless battery life, while new 30-minute single and dual -bay chargers cut charge times in half.
Completely compatible with all current Bosch cordless power tools, the new system promises to further improve upon the industry leading cordless platform professionals depend on every day. And supporting the new line is the Bosch guarantee that in the event any battery fails in two years or less, the company will replace it through its free PROVANTAGE™ Tool Protection Plan.
Each new Bosch BLUECORE NiCad battery – 9.6, 12, 14.4, 18 and 24 –volt – integrates advanced cooling rods positioned between the pack’s individual cells. While other batteries would normally build up hot spots, which speed up chemical breakdown, slow the recharging process and eventually damage individual cells, the BLUECORE cooling rods absorb the heat to dissipate it away from the cells. This keeps the battery cool and functioning at optimal levels. Further durability enhancement stems from a special sensor embedded within each battery pack designed to effectively measure internal conditions.
When a BLUECORE battery is placed into any Bosch charger, the sensor communicates its conditions to a microprocessor within the charger. The charger then uses this information to optimize energy flow and maximize battery charge capacity. Users can expect up to 50-percent or more battery life over previous Bosch batteries, an unprecedented increase.
"Bosch specifically designed the new BLUECORE technology and 30-minute chargers to be compatible with our current cordless tool line," said Jeff Wilkison, director, Bosch cordless power tools. "Unlike other manufacturers’ new battery technologies, our users will see a significant increase in life without the need to buy all new tools, a cost savings that can reach into the thousands of dollars."
The two new 30-minute chargers not only speed up the charging process for the full range of Bosch batteries, but also allow users to better understand each battery’s status. Two LED light indicators constantly report on the status of each battery charging. And with a dual-bay charger, work crews can be ready to go even quicker than before.
The new chargers will also charge older generation batteries.