Bosch GWS18V-8 metal grinder.
Bosch GWS18V-8 angle grinder with spindle lock, soft-start technology, restart protection, overload protection, two-position side handle and updated gearhead mounting collar.
GWS18V-8N
Bosch GWS18V-8 grinder.
Bosch silver and black angle grinder.
Bosch cordless angle grinder cutting metal with sparks flying, hands in work gloves.
Bosch GWS18V-8 brushless angle grinder with CORE18V battery, being used on concrete.
Bosch GWS18V-8 grinder, sparks flying, held by person wearing gloves, working on metal.
Bosch GWS18V-8 angle grinder cutting metal, sparks visible.
Bosch brushless motor angle grinder cutting metal, sparks visible, person wearing gloves.
Bosch GWS18V-8 grinder, battery-powered, with sparks flying during cutting.
Bosch GWS18V-8 grinder being used to cut metal, with CORE18V battery pack attached, sparks visible.
Bosch GWS18V-8, 18V CORE 4.0 Ah angle grinder, used with a brush attachment on concrete.
Bosch CORE18V 4 Ah, 6 Ah and 8 Ah batteries, recommended for use with 18V bare tools, part of the AMPShare™ 18V Battery System.
AMP Share Multi-brand Compatible 18V Battery System, powered by BOSCH.
Bosch logo with "18V-Bare Tool", "18V Limited Warranty", and "5 YEAR Tool". Effective 6/1/23, all 18V products are covered by this updated warranty. For updated terms, visit https://rb-pt.io/PowerToolWarranty or call 1-877-BOSCH99.

GWS18V-8N Professional

Cordless Standard Angle Grinders

18V Brushless 4-1/2 In. Angle Grinder with Slide Switch (Bare Tool)

  • Ergonomic, robust grinder design – engineered with a narrow grip zone for best user comfort and considerable power
  • Brushless motor – provides comparable 8.0 amps of power and greater efficiency that maximizes runtime and productivity
  • Restart protection – helps prevent accidental tool startup when switching batteries
  • Overload protection – reduces the risk of the motor overloading or overheating
  • Soft-start technology – reduces startup torque to ease into cuts
  • Spiral bevel gears – provide smooth transmission of power to grinding applications
  • Two-position side handle – offers comfortable control
  • Adjustable tool-free guard – designed with multiple fixed-adjustment settings to allow the user to position the guard in a variety of working angles
  • Updated gearhead mounting collar – mounting collar on the gearhead now compatible with all Bosch metal and concrete guards
  • Spindle lock – improves convenience and easier change of accessories
  • AMPShare™ System – designed to be multi-brand compatible across many cordless products to make managing your work day easier
  • AMPShare™ System compatibility – 18V batteries and chargers are compatible with Bosch 18V power tools and a growing list of cordless products from AMPShare™ brands
  • Bosch 18V cordless power tools are covered by a five year limited warranty – for details, visit https://rb-pt.io/PowerToolWarranty or call 1-877-BOSCH99
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GWS18V-8N Professional

Technical data

The most important data

Adjustable Handle Position
Yes
Battery Chemistry
Lithium Ion
Height in
4.3 "
Length in
11.8 "
No Load RPM
11,000
Overload Protection
No
Rating
18 V
Spindle Thread
5/8 -11 UNC
Variable Speed
No
Weight
3.6 lb
Weight (lbs.)
3.6
Wheel Diameter in
4-1/2"
Width in
5.1 "
Works With
Cutting Dust Extraction/Collection Hoods, 18DC-5E, GA50DC, TG502, Surface Grinding Dust Extraction/Collection Hoods, 18SG-5E
Includes
(1) GWS18V-8 18V Brushless 4-1/2 In. Angle Grinder with Slide Switch
(1) Side Handle
(1) Grinding Guard
(1) Cutting Guard
(1) Lock Nut
(1) Backing Flange
(1) Lock Nut Wrench

GWS18V-8N Professional: Further information

Product Highlights

The Bosch GWS18V-8 is an ergonomic angle grinder that combines portability, performance and best user comfort. Its brushless motor provides comparable 8.0 amps of power and greater efficiency that maximizes runtime and productivity. This 4-1/2 In. 18V grinder has restart protection to help prevent accidental start-up when switching batteries and soft-start technology to reduce startup torque and ease into cuts, and overload protection to reduce the risk of the motor overloading or overheating. It is designed with spiral bevel gears that provide smooth transmission of power to grinding applications. It also features an adjustable tool-free guard and an updated gearhead mounting collar, which is now compatible with all Bosch metal and concrete guards. This tool features a two-position side handle, slim soft-grip design and spindle lock.