About the universal screwdriver Bosch IXO: characteristics, equipment, recommendations

Having bought a screwdriver of the Bosch IXO line, you will understand that dreams come true. This small and convenient device can become an indispensable and ideal assistant not only at home. It is known that many screwdrivers, like drills, are large. But the model to which this article is devoted can become an assistant even for a woman.

Screwdriver universal and convenient

Why even a weak half of humanity can use such a tool? The fact is that the Bosch IXO has small dimensions. Its weight is 300 grams. In size it is smaller than a child's water pistol. The power button is located in a convenient place, it is enough to press lightly with your index finger to make the device work.

The design of this model is quite interesting:

• Red button on and reverse;
• Black-green color of the case;
• Gray framing;
• Neat inscription Bosch.

In appearance it may seem that this is not a serious thing, but when you take it in hands, you understand: this device is made on conscience. The assembly and material are evaluated on a solid five. It should be added that the case is very sturdy. The coating is matte, which protects the Bosch IXO screwdriver from scratches, dirt, traces.

Let there be light!

Now there is no need to light a bright light, put on a headlamp, ask a friend or family members to shine on the place where you are going to screw the screw. On the body from above there is an LED light bulb, which turns on synchronously with the motor when you press the button. It also turns off at the same time. Light is enough to see not only screwed screw or screw, but all around in a radius of 3-4 centimeters.

Do not disturb anyone.

As for noise, the screwdriver is quiet, in comparison with overall and more powerful models. You can work for a long time without disturbing neighbors in the apartment, cottage area or colleagues at work. The speed mode is only one, it is not adjustable. Therefore, the noise level remains constantly quiet. The same goes for the reverse.

Battery and its advantages

The device works on its own battery, which holds the charge for a long time. Of course, it all depends on what kind of load is created when working. For example, you decided to unscrew the screws from a certain device. Of course, for Bosch IXO - it's easy work. Energy is spent very little. If you for a few hours collected from the wooden shelves gazebo in the country, connecting the elements between each other long self-tapping screws, then the battery charge will be less. You can even charge from USB, not only from a 220 volt network.

Some car owners act as follows: at home they worked with a screwdriver all day, there was no time or no place to charge, and the next morning it is necessary to leave early for a summer residence. Time will not be charged there. The car can be charged from USB, since there is a special adapter from the cigarette lighter. Charges about 2-3 hours.

About the master of all trades

The Bosch cordless screwdriver is an ideal device that will be useful everywhere. Let's move on to the bits now. In a set with a screwdriver, 10 bits are sold. The manufacturer applies only the most popular types. If the kit is not suitable, then you can separately buy a set of standard and non-standard. They are universal, and the price is not so high.

In this case, the screwdriver becomes a jack of all trades. After all, you can unscrew or screw almost any screw, screw, screw. But nevertheless it is necessary to remember that the Bosch IXO range is not powerful. It is not recommended to insert a bit instead of a bit or try to screw the screw into a thick layer of metal or stone. Here you can also include fat self-tapping screws. From such actions the device will seriously suffer.

Equipment

Screwdriver, 10 bit, charger and instruction are conveniently placed in a metal case. A little later we will list the product modifications of the device and, together with them, the equipment, types of additional cases.

Of course, each screwdriver has its own case. But unfortunately, other manufacturers have both plastic and poor-quality plastic. However, Bosch is a serious and solid company with branches in several countries. Our article subject is collected in Hungary, the quality of assembly is the same as in Germany - at a high level.

What are the options for the configuration and their function

And now let's list the modifications, let's see what the difference between one type of screwdriver and another is.

Bosch IXO IV is the predecessor of IXO V, which differs only in that it has a quick-action chuck. That is, you can insert a file or a bit instead of bits.

Bosch IXO Basic V is a basic package. As we already listed: a case, a screwdriver, a charger, an instruction, 10 bits. By the way, the modification of IV is the same set. For the following species we will not list, only describe what is additionally available.

The Bosch IXO V Set includes two attachments: angled and eccentric. The first has an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the standard nozzle. Suitable fine, for example in the kitchen, where the closet is next to the wall, but the gap between them is about 15-20 centimeters. Thanks to such a nozzle, you do not need to push bulky furniture. For these attachments, an additional box of the same color and material is attached to the main case. A case is easily inserted on top of the box.

As for the eccentric nozzle, it is suitable, for example, for screwing screws or screws on the inside of the corner structure. Assume, under the table, where the hole for the screw in the table top can be very close to the foot.

Finally about a good friend

The Bosch cordless screwdriver of the described model is sold in many online stores of construction products and power tools, of course, can be purchased at the store. The price will depend on the modification of the screwdriver and, accordingly, the configuration.

If you treat the device with care, follow all the recommendations and requirements described in the instruction, then a small friend will serve for many years faithfully.