Bosch Grinder Dust Shroud 18DC-5E 5 Inch Cutting Hood (Tool Free Depth Stop Metal Foot Plate PRO Extraction Concrete Masonry Scoring Vacuum Port)

Bosch 18DC-5E 4-1/2" and 5" Angle Grinder Dust-Extraction Cutting Guard

The Bosch 18DC-5E dust-extraction cutting guard converts 4-1/2-inch and 5-inch small angle grinders into stable, dust-controlled masonry cutting tools while capturing airborne crystalline silica at the source. Engineered as a core component of the Bosch PRO+GUARD protection system, this 1.75-lb metal-constructed shroud features a broad steel foot plate that glides smoothly across concrete slabs and masonry joints to prevent blade wandering. Equipped with a fast, single-screw tool-free depth adjustment mechanism and universal vacuum hose compatibility, it delivers precise, straight-line control joint scoring, brick sizing, and indoor remodeling cuts with full OSHA Table 1 compliance.

Best Used For:

• Concrete Slab and Control Joint Scoring: Guiding diamond cutting wheels along chalk lines to create straight relief cuts without generating airborne silica dust plumes.
• Mortar Joint and Brick Renovation: Raking out deteriorated mortar joints and trimming facing brick inside occupied residential or commercial structures.
• Indoor Tile and Masonry Surface Prep: Slicing backer boards, pavers, and masonry tiles cleanly during enclosed renovations requiring strict dust containment.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• PRO+GUARD Dust Protection: Efficiently captures respirable concrete and stone particulates at the cutting edge to support OSHA Table 1 jobsite compliance.
• Tool-Free Depth Adjustment: Single-screw locking mechanism allows rapid, precise setting of exact cut depths without requiring auxiliary tools.
• Heavy-Duty Metal Foot Plate: Broad steel base plate stabilizes the angle grinder against flat surfaces for accurate, perpendicular kerfs.
• Universal Vacuum Extraction Compatibility: Connects directly to Bosch VAC series dust extractors and standard vacuum hoses for immediate suction.
• Small Angle Grinder Integration: Fits a broad selection of Bosch 4-1/2-inch and 5-inch small angle grinders, including 1800, AG, and GWS series.
• Compact Low-Profile Form Factor: Maintains clear visibility of the forward cut line while adding minimal bulk during overhead or vertical cutting passes.

What's Included

• (1) Bosch 18DC-5E 4-1/2" and 5" Dust-Extraction Cutting Guard

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Set your cut depth slightly greater than the nominal material thickness, and keep the metal foot plate pressed firmly against the work surface to maintain a tight vacuum seal for maximum silica dust collection.