Festool Cordless Rotary Hammer BHC 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus (577602)

Unleash Cordless Power for Demanding Drilling Tasks.

• Lightweight Power for Ultimate Mobility: Thanks to its powerful EC-TEC motor and compact design, achieve maximum power with minimal weight for superior handling.
• Reduced Fatigue with Advanced Vibration Damping: The integrated vibration dampener absorbs impact energy before it reaches your hands, ensuring comfortable, fatigue-free operation.
• Exceptional Durability from Maintenance-Free EC-TEC Motor: Benefit from a robust, brushless EC-TEC motor that requires no maintenance, guaranteeing an extended service life.
• Seamless Dust Extraction with Bluetooth® Connectivity: The Bluetooth® battery pack automatically powers a connected CLEANTEC mobile dust extractor, keeping your workspace clean and healthy.

The Festool BHC 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus Cordless Rotary Hammer is a compact powerhouse, engineered for maximum drilling performance. Weighing only 2.5 kg (with the 4.0 Ah Li-HighPower Compact battery pack), this tool combines formidable impact energy with an exceptionally lightweight and ergonomic C-shaped design. It’s perfect for powerful yet effortless drilling even in the toughest materials, including concrete, stone, and masonry.

At its heart lies a brushless, maintenance-free EC-TEC motor, ensuring outstanding durability and consistent power delivery. This motor’s exceptional impact energy allows the BHC 18 to tackle challenging drilling jobs with ease. An integrated vibration-damping system further enhances user comfort by absorbing impact energy, protecting your hands and arms from strain.

For dust-free operation, the BHC 18 features intelligent Bluetooth® connectivity. When using a drilling dust nozzle, the Bluetooth® battery automatically powers your connected Festool CLEANTEC mobile dust extractor, ensuring a clean, healthy working environment.

The included 4.0 Ah Li-HighPower Compact battery is a marvel of efficiency. It offers ample power for any task while being 20% lighter and 50% more compact than a standard 5.0 Ah battery pack. These Li-HighPower Compact batteries are also exceptionally long-lasting due to their high-current resistant cells, providing superior endurance for demanding applications. For less intensive tasks, a 3.0 Ah Compact battery offers maximum lightness.

Versatility is key with the BHC 18. Its impact function can be easily deactivated, making it suitable for delicate tasks such as drilling into tiles without causing damage. As with all Festool products, the battery packs and chargers are covered by the comprehensive Festool service, including free repairs for the first three years, fast, thorough, and unique to Festool.

Product information

• Brushless EC-TEC motor for long service life and high efficiency
• Integrated vibration damping for fatigue-free working
• Electronic speed adjustment to suit the material
• Lithium-ion battery technology for maximum power and minimal weight
• Impact stop function for drilling in sensitive materials (e.g., tiles)
• Bluetooth® connectivity for automatic dust extractor activation
• Included in the kit (577602):
  • 2 x HighPower battery pack BP 18 Li 4.0 HPC-ASI
  • Rapid charger TCL 6
  • Auxiliary handle AH-43/185
  • Depth stop
  • Drill bit cassette BKS SYS3 D5-12 SDS (contains SDS-Plus drill bits: D 5 x 50 mm, 2x D 6 x 50 mm, D 6 x 100 mm, D 8 x 100 mm, D 10 x 100 mm, D 12 x 100 mm)
  • Systainer³ SYS3 DF M 187

Usage

The Festool BHC 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus is ideal for professional tradespeople who need a powerful, ergonomic cordless drilling solution. Follow these recommendations for optimal performance:

• For Concrete, Stone, and Masonry: Use the hammer-drilling function with appropriate SDS-Plus drill bits for efficient, powerful material removal.
• For Tiles and Sensitive Surfaces: Deactivate the impact function to prevent cracking and ensure precise, clean holes.
• Dust-Free Working: Always connect your Festool BHC 18 to a CLEANTEC mobile dust extractor via Bluetooth® for a clean, healthy work environment. Use a drilling dust nozzle for best results.
• Optimal Battery Use: For extended heavy-duty tasks, use the included 4.0 Ah Li-HighPower Compact batteries. For lighter, shorter tasks where maximum maneuverability is critical, consider using a 3.0 Ah Compact battery (sold separately).
• Secure Handling: Always attach and properly adjust the auxiliary handle for improved control and safety during operation.

Frequently asked questions

What materials can the BHC 18 HPC drill into?
It’s designed for powerful drilling in hard materials such as concrete, stone, and masonry, and can also drill tiles without impact by disengaging the hammer function.

Does it come with batteries and a charger?
Yes, the I-Plus kit (577602) includes two 4.0 Ah Li-HighPower Compact batteries and a TCL 6 rapid charger.

How does the vibration-damping feature benefit me?
The integrated vibration damping absorbs impact energy, significantly reducing strain on your hands and arms and allowing for more comfortable, fatigue-free work during prolonged use.

Can I use this tool for dust-free drilling?
Absolutely. The Bluetooth® battery automatically activates a connected Festool CLEANTEC mobile dust extractor when the tool is switched on, ensuring a clean workspace.

What kind of motor does the BHC 18 HPC use?
It features a brushless, maintenance-free EC-TEC motor, ensuring exceptional durability, efficiency, and a long service life.

Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection, when operating power tools. Follow all safety guidelines provided in the instruction manual.