Bosch UniversalShredder - 36V Battery-powered Garden Shredder - with Grass Collector - 2x18V/4Ah

The UniversalShredder is designed for the rapid shredding of branches and pruning waste.

It uses laser-cut blades made of hardened steel, capable of processing branches up to 25 mm in diameter. The double-edged reversible blade extends its service life simply by turning it over when one side becomes worn.

Power is supplied by two 18 V batteries delivering a total output equivalent to 36 V. The brushless motor, combined with the OptiCut system, automatically adjusts the speed to maintain continuous shredding even with varying loads.

The large feed hopper makes it easy to insert branches; the feed paddle allows you to push the material safely. The shredded material is collected directly into the 28-litre fabric grass collector supplied.

The lightweight, cordless design allows the shredder to be easily moved across lawns, paths and courtyards, enabling you to work in different areas of the garden.

Please note: like all garden shredders and wood chippers, it is not suitable for shredding grass, leaves, pine needles, etc. (it is designed to shred branches, but may shred leaves, needles and other vegetation that may be attached to them)

Key usage guidelines for all garden shredders on the market:
- the shredder must process branches that have been recently cut from the tree, and not dry ones (these would limit its shredding capacity and cause rapid wear of the cutting blades);
- branches should preferably be long and slender, straight and knot-free (otherwise the cutting diameter is reduced);
- the stated cutting diameter is the maximum, so in practice this represents the exception rather than the rule. In such cases, consider purchasing a shredder with a larger cutting diameter;
- the cutting diameter may vary depending on the hardness of the wood (for example, oak, olive, plum and peach are very hard woods and may reduce the shredder’s cutting capacity)

The POWER FOR ALL ALLIANCE 18v is a partnership of power tool manufacturers who have decided to adopt a common standard for 18 Volt batteries, allowing for battery interchangeability between the different brands participating in the alliance.

Several major brands have chosen to adopt this initiative and these products are recognisable by the P4A label.

The more P4A battery-powered products you buy, the more you save. You can expand your cordless system without paying for unnecessary batteries and battery chargers.

The use of the same 18-volt battery configuration across the different brands participating in the alliance allows consumers to use batteries from one brand with battery-powered tools from another participating brand.

The advantages of this alliance include battery interchangeability between different brands, which means that consumers can choose the best power tools from various brands using the same batteries.

In addition, higher-capacity batteries of one brand can also be used in the power tools of another participating brand, increasing the life and performance of the tools.

This approach also helps reduce costs, as users are not limited to buying batteries from a single brand and can take advantage of offers across the alliance.

Using a single battery platform across multiple tools reduces the need to purchase and manage several spare batteries, making the system more convenient and efficient for everyday use.

The Bosch UniversalShredder is the ideal solution for gardening enthusiasts seeking efficiency and convenience in managing garden waste.

With three high-quality reversible blades, this tool can efficiently shred branches and waste up to 25 mm thick, turning them into usable compost or easily disposable material.

This performance is guaranteed by the laser-cut blade, which ensures a precise and clean cut, reducing the time and effort required to process the material.

Designed for ease of use, the Bosch garden shredder for hobbyists is particularly suited to small/medium-sized jobs, offering users an intuitive and hassle-free experience.

Its ease of use, combined with the robustness and reliability typical of Bosch products, makes this shredder a valuable tool for any amateur gardener.

Whether dealing with dry branches, foliage or other types of green waste, this garden shredder is capable of handling a variety of shredding tasks, helping to reduce environmental impact by minimising waste and producing high-quality compost.

On the rear of the BOSCH UniversalShredder there is:

• Red start button
• Blade cover screw
• Detail of the battery attachment
• Carrying handle

Technical data:

LONGER LIFE: up to 3 times longer than traditional nickel-cadmium battery-powered devices, reducing the need to recharge during long periods of use.
Ideal for medium to large gardens.

FULL CHARGE FOR THE ENTIRE LIFE OF THE BATTERY: the charge of lithium-ion batteries does not fade. Unlike nickel-cadmium batteries, whose power gradually decreases, lithium battery cells maintain constant power throughout the entire cycle. You get virtually the same charge from start to finish, with no reduction in motor speed. The battery operates at full power until it is completely depleted.

LONG CHARGE LIFE: lithium batteries offer 3–4 times more recharge cycles than traditional nickel-cadmium batteries, while also allowing longer storage times with less charge loss. With lithium batteries, you can get up to 2,000 charge cycles.

LOWER WEIGHT: lithium batteries offer the best power-to-weight ratio. On average, they weigh 1/3 of nickel-cadmium batteries.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY: lithium-ion battery-powered tools are recyclable and are produced without heavy metals.

NO MEMORY EFFECT: lithium batteries can be recharged at any time without any negative memory effect, offering maximum power even after hundreds of charging cycles.
A few minutes of charging are enough to provide the power needed to complete the job.

LOW DISCHARGE RATE: low run down rate (up to 5 times lower than nickel-cadmium battery), so your tool will be ready for use even after months of non-use.

CHARGER: lithium battery chargers reduce energy consumption by an average of 35%. 

INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASE: 2 LITHIUM BATTERIES AND THE BATTERY CHARGER

Batteries with quick-release coupling: they can be detached and removed from the machine with a simple action, just press the quick release button.

Voltage: 18V
Amperage: 5.2Ah

The handy battery can be recharged at any time, with no memory effect (it does not tend to lose capacity after many recharges), ensuring you always have excellent power.

Supplied with a handy battery charger (plugs into a standard household socket, just like a mobile phone charger).

The battery attaches to the battery charger via the quick-release coupling, in the same way as it is installed on the shredder.

Additional batteries can also be purchased to ensure a much longer working time

So, all you need is a single battery and a single battery charger to be able to use the entire range produced by Bosch.