How to find your model No?
A product is identified by the Tool’s Model Number and it’s Type no. Each Brand has its own different Model no and Type No. Each Machine has different Model no and Type no. It is suggested to check Model no and Type no before ordering. Model no and Type numbers depends entirely on the manufacturers. Sometimes it’s Alphanumerical or sometimes it can be just 4-5 digits. It’s sometimes very confusing as there are many numbers mentioned on the machine.
Don’t worry…!!! We are here to help you. Find some of the examples below which will help you find the Model Number and Type easily as per your Brand.
1.  Black & Decker:
  • Black and Decker uses a typical model#/type number system.
  • The model and type number are usually displayed on the name plate, with the model number above the type number (see picture below).
  • Type numbers usually go by "Type 1," "Type 2," etc.
  • Black & Decker Model No.
    2.  Bosch:
  • Bosch uses a typical model number.
  • Bosch calls their type numbers, "engineering numbers."
  • The model number is almost always to the right of the Bosch logo.
  • Bosch engineering numbers usually start with 0601 or 0603.
  • If Bosch makes a service change on a particular tool model, they only change the last three digits of the engineering number.
  • Bosch Model No. Bosch Model No.
    Bosch Model No. Bosch Model No.
    3.  DeWALT:
  • DeWALT uses a typical model#/type# system.
  • Model numbers are usually found at the top left of the name plate.
  • Type numbers are usually right below the model numbers.
  • Type numbers usually go by "Type 1," "Type 2," etc.
  • Dewalt Model No.
    4.  Makita:
  • Makita products do not have type numbers.
  • Makita model numbers are usually to the right of the Makita logo.
  • When Makita updates a product, they change the model number to reflect the change.
  • When searching for Makita parts, the model number is the only number needed.
  • Makita Model No.
    5.  Hitachi / Hikoki:
  • Hitachi products do not have type numbers.
  • Hitachi model numbers are usually under the Hitachi logo.
  • When Hitachi updates a product, they change the model number to reflect the change.
  • When searching for Hitachi parts, the model number is the only number needed.
  • Hitachi Model No.