Bosch Press Release
New Product Announcement: August 1, 2025
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New AC Voltage Tester: Robust and Ready for Tough Environments
Bosch announces the launch of the GVD 1000-17 AC voltage tester, designed for durability and ease of use in challenging work conditions.
Key Features
- Dust and water protection with IP67 rating, ensuring reliable use in harsh environments.
- Instant alerts via LED (green/red/orange), audible signal, and vibration upon voltage detection.
- Adjustable sensitivity function (24/90-1000V) for precise voltage detection.
- Integrated white LED light to illuminate the detection point, enhancing safety and efficiency in dark areas.
- Self-test function for automatic verification of unit functionality upon power-on.
Product Overview: Bosch GVD 1000-17
Bosch Corporation (Yokohama, Kanagawa) is releasing the GVD 1000-17 AC voltage tester as part of its measuring tools lineup. It will be available from August 1st with a standard retail price of 5,600 JPY (excluding tax).
Product Image Description: The Bosch GVD 1000-17 AC voltage tester is depicted. It features an ergonomic, robust design suitable for professional use. Key controls visible include a power button, mode button, white LED light on/off button, and a belt hook. The battery compartment is also indicated. The test probe area is shown with three distinct LED indicators: a green LED signifies no voltage detected, a red LED indicates voltage detection, and an orange LED signals voltage below 50V. The device is labeled "検電器 GVD 1000-17" (Voltage Tester GVD 1000-17).
Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Standard Retail Price | AC Voltage Range | Operating Frequency | Operating Temperature | Storage Temperature | Conforming Standards | Measurement Category | Operation Display | Dust/Water Protection | Auto Power Off | Power | Weight | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVD 1000-17 | 5,600 JPY (excluding tax) | 24V-1000V / 90V-1000V | 50Hz/60Hz | -10 to +50°C | -40 to +70°C | EN61010 (Safety) | CAT IV 1000V | Light (Green/Red/Orange), Audible Signal, Vibration | IP67 | Approx. 5 minutes | 2 x AAA Alkaline Batteries | 0.05 kg | 28mm × 33mm × 162mm (W×H×D) |
Usage Scenarios
Usage Scene Description 1: A professional worker, wearing a blue hard hat and a high-visibility vest, is shown using the Bosch GVD 1000-17 voltage tester on an electrical panel. The setting appears to be an industrial or construction site.
Usage Scene Description 2: Close-up views illustrate the tester's functionality in different electrical testing situations. One image shows the green LED indicating no voltage detected. Another displays the red LED signaling that voltage has been detected. A third image shows the orange LED, indicating a voltage level below 50V.
About Bosch and Contact Information
Bosch is committed to its slogan "Protection (Safety First)" and continues to develop safe and user-friendly products, strongly supporting various work environments.
For more information on product availability and sales channels, please contact the Bosch Call Center.
Bosch Call Center: 0120-345-762 (Toll-free)
For press release inquiries:
Bosch Corporation, Power Tools Division, Marketing Department
Contact: Naoki Shimizu
TEL: 0120-345-762 (Representative)
Address: 1-9-32 Nakagawa Chuo, Tsuzuki-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 224-8601
Contact for Dream Factory Worldwide (PR):
Contact: Yasuhiro Kikuchi
TEL: 045-532-5703
Address: 7-4 Matsukazedai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 227-0067
Mobile: 090-3066-4671
Email: kikuchidfww@gmail.com
Visit the Bosch Professional Power Tools website: https://www.bosch-professional.jp/jp/ja/
Bosch Group Overview
Bosch Corporation in Japan comprises Bosch (Japan) Ltd., Bosch Rexroth Co., Ltd., and other affiliated companies. Bosch (Japan) Ltd. develops, manufactures, and sells automotive parts, and also handles power tools and automotive aftermarket parts. Bosch Rexroth contributes to Japan's industrial machinery technology by developing and producing hydraulic systems, FA module components, and other systems. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. focuses on providing products and solutions that protect lives, buildings, and assets.
In 2023, the Bosch Group's consolidated net sales in Japan reached approximately 420 billion JPY, with around 6,400 employees.
The Bosch Group is a leading global provider of innovative technologies and services. In 2024, the Group reported approximately 417,900 employees and provisional sales of 90.5 billion Euros (approximately 14.8 trillion JPY). Bosch aims to leverage its technology across universal trends such as automation, electrification, digitalization, networking, and sustainability to improve quality of life and conserve natural resources, guided by its corporate slogan "Invented for life."
The Bosch Group consists of Robert Bosch GmbH and its 470 subsidiaries and 400 local companies worldwide. Its global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country. Technological innovation is the foundation for Bosch's future growth, with approximately 86,900 employees across 136 locations engaged in R&D, including about 48,000 software engineers.
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- www.bosch.com (Bosch Global Website - English)
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- www.bosch.co.jp/ (Bosch Japan Official Website - Japanese)
- https://twitter.com/Boschjapan (Bosch Japan Official X - Japanese)
- https://www.facebook.com/bosch.co.jp (Bosch Japan Official Facebook - Japanese)
- https://www.youtube.com/boschjp (Bosch Japan Official YouTube - Japanese)
