
Bosch 18V System (AMPShare) · 18V (Nominal)
Bosch CORE18V 4.0 Ah Starter Kit with GAL 18V-40 Charger
Essential starter pack for woodworkers buying a "bare tool" Bosch cordless jigsaw. Includes the balanced CORE18V 4.0 Ah battery and the compact GAL 18V-40 rapid charger.
Cell Engineering & Performance
The optimal foundation for launching into the Bosch cordless ecosystem. The GAL 18V-40 smart charger utilizes regulated 4.0-amp charging current, dynamically adjusting charging profiles based on cell temperature to prevent degradation.
Workshop recommendation: Recommended for first-time buyers of bare tool jigsaws who need an official fast charger and a versatile medium-capacity pack.
Key Features
- Complete ready-to-cut bundle with charger and high-performance battery
- Smart 4-amp charger with active cell cooling monitoring
- Compact footprint easily fits inside tool bags and L-BOXX cases
- Universal AMPShare compatibility
Compatible Cordless Jigsaws in our Catalog
This battery pack is 100% mechanically and electronically compatible with the following saws:
Before You Buy
Ensure you possess a compatible rapid charger from the same manufacturer and platform (or purchase an official Starter Kit bundled with a charger). Lithium-ion packs should not be stored completely depleted; maintain approximately 40% to 60% charge if storing for extended workshop downtime.
When browsing merchant listings on Amazon, verify whether the listing designates a single bare battery pack, a multi-pack, or a complete kit with high-speed charging dock.


