GST 135 BCE bow handle jig saw
It is replaced by the GST 140 BCE top handle jig saw.
The GST 135 BCE is a bow handle jig saw manufactured by Bosch.
The machine is powered by a 720 watt brushed electric motor from a power outlet.
This machine has a distinctive blank aluminium front housing.
A unique feature is the precision control switch. When activated the saw blade is guided laterally to minimize deflection of the saw blade. Newer models like the GST 160 BCE do not have a switch but have rollers that always provide lateral guidance.
To turn the machine on a safety button on the handle has to be depressed before the trigger switch on the under side of bow handle can be pressed. The trigger switch is large enough for several fingers.
On the back there is a variable speed setting dial which can be used to set the number of strokes per minute from 500 to 2800.
On the side there is a four step orbital actions selector and a blower switch.
On the left side there is a lever which has to be loosened to tilt the base up to 45º.
Transparent plastic anti splinter guards can be mounted in the base.
Variants
- GST 135 CE barrel grip jigsaw