If you’re lining up a serious metal job, the isn’t some toy you stash in the back of the van — it’s a proper professional magnetic drill with a stout 1200W motor that pulls through thick steel like it owes you money. You’ve got that classic two‑speed gearbox giving you slow torque for big annular cutters and a higher range for twist drills, so it covers the meat of heavy drilling tasks without breaking a sweat.

What sets this apart on site is the magnetic base — you clamp it to structural steel and it basically turns into a mini radial drill press that doesn’t walk on you. And with a spindle that takes an MT2 taper, you’re not limited to cheap chucked bits — you can run annular cutters up to hefty diameters with confidence.

Key Features:

• 1200W Powerful Motor - Delivers grunt for drilling through tough metals without bogging down.
• Magnetic Base - Holds firm to ferrous materials so holes go where you aim them — no drift.
• Two‑Speed Gearbox - Offers slow, high‑torque and faster RPM ranges for different drill sizes.
• MT2 Spindle - Takes industry‑standard tooling so you’re not stuck with proprietary bits.
• Laser Targeting Aid - Makes lining up holes way quicker and cuts wasted setup time.

Applications

On an industrial job site or fab shop floor, the magnetic metal core drill does more than just spin bits — it sticks to girders, beams and plates to let you bore big holes with annular cutters or chew through M16 holes with twist bits. You’ll see it on structural steelwork, heavy machinery builds, plant installations and anywhere metal holes matter.

Why Choose This Model

You choose this model when you’re under pressure to deliver clean, dead‑straight holes in metal. The Bosch GBM 50‑2 Professional isn’t aboutbells and whistles — it’s about dependable power, repeatable accuracy and built‑in safety features like its power‑cutoff system that’ll save you from nasty shocks. And that matters a lot on a job site where downtime is expensive.

Technical Specifications Explained

• Rated Input Power: 1200W - A strong motor rating that means this drill can sustain heavy cuts without stalling.
• No‑Load Speeds: 50–250 / 100–510 rpm - Two gear ranges let you match speed to cutter size and material hardness.
• Drilling Diameter: up to 50 mm - You can take decent‑sized holes right through steel with the right cutters.
• Weight: 14.7 kg - Not light, but you want that heft for stability when the magnet does its job.
• Voltage: 220–230 V - Standard corded supply keeps power consistent and eliminates battery sag.

Who Should Buy This

If you’re a metalworker, structural steel erector or site foreman who needs a tool that actually stays put while you drill big holes, the magnetic core drill is worth a hard look. This isn’t an occasional home DIY drill — it’s built for daily use where precision and uptime matter.

Trade pros who spend more time on structural steel than on anything soft will appreciate how this Bosch holds its line and keeps going all day — and because it uses industry tooling standards, you’re not forever swapping bits just to get the job done.