{"product_id":"ideal-armature-hq-series-gws24-230-angle-grinder-spare-part-generic-bosch-type-26677","title":"ID HQ SERIES ARMATURE [GWS24-230] ANGLE GRINDER SPARE PART [Bosch Type] - 26677","description":"\u003c!-- Short Description --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.6em; font-weight: bold; color: #1c2228; margin: 40px 0 20px;\"\u003eRestore Full Power. Rebuild with Confidence.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Armature HQ Series\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty replacement armature\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eBosch GWS24-230 angle grinder\u003c\/strong\u003e (Generic\/Bosch Type, Part No. 26677). Built with \u003cstrong\u003e100% pure copper windings\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eprecision multi-segment commutator\u003c\/strong\u003e, this armature restores your grinder to full operational power, delivering the \u003cstrong\u003eelectrical-to-mechanical energy conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e your professional-grade tool demands. Ideal for workshops, fabrication sites, and heavy industrial environments where downtime is not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features \u0026 Perfect For Table --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 40%; background-color: #1c2228; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; font-size: 1.05em; border-radius: 6px 0 0 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 40%; background-color: #1c2228; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; font-size: 1.05em; border-radius: 0 6px 0 0;\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; padding: 16px 18px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Copper Windings\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum conductivity and heat resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Multi-Segment Commutator\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth current transfer and minimal sparking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResin-Coated \u0026amp; Laced Windings\u003c\/strong\u003e to withstand high centrifugal forces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for extended service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e for Bosch GWS24-230 angle grinder (Generic\/Bosch Type)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; padding: 16px 18px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing a \u003cstrong\u003eburnt-out or failed GWS24-230 armature\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop and fabrication professionals\u003c\/strong\u003e needing fast, reliable tool restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower tool repair technicians\u003c\/strong\u003e servicing Bosch-type grinders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing downtime on \u003cstrong\u003eheavy industrial grinding and cutting operations\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tagline --\u003e\u003c!-- Detailed Specifications \u0026 Features --\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 2; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Model — Bosch GWS24-230 (Generic\/Bosch Type, Part No. 26677):\u003c\/strong\u003e This armature is precision-engineered as a direct replacement for the Bosch GWS24-230 large angle grinder. The dimensional tolerances of the shaft, core stack, and commutator are matched to OEM specifications, ensuring a drop-in fit without modification — saving critical repair time on the workshop floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Pure Copper Windings for Superior Electrical Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike armatures wound with aluminium or copper-clad wire, the HQ Series uses \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-purity copper wire\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout every winding slot. This delivers lower electrical resistance, significantly reduced heat generation under sustained load, and a longer operational lifespan — even during continuous heavy-duty grinding, cutting, and surface preparation cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Multi-Segment Copper Commutator for Reduced Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e The commutator features \u003cstrong\u003emultiple copper segments\u003c\/strong\u003e machined to tight tolerances, ensuring consistent and even contact with the carbon brushes. This design minimises arcing and sparking at the brush interface, which is the primary cause of premature commutator erosion and brush wear in high-load grinder applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResin-Impregnated and Laced Winding Structure for Mechanical Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e The copper windings are secured using an industrial lacing process and then \u003cstrong\u003evacuum-impregnated with high-temperature resin\u003c\/strong\u003e. This reinforcement locks the windings firmly in place against the intense centrifugal forces generated at the GWS24-230's high operating RPM, preventing winding displacement, vibration fatigue, and insulation breakdown over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as a Single Armature Unit — Ready for Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The package contains \u003cstrong\u003eone (1) complete armature assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the wound core, commutator, and shaft, ready for direct installation into the GWS24-230 motor housing. The armature is supplied pre-balanced and pre-tested to ensure it meets the performance requirements of a professional-grade power tool repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section-styled\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 1: General Purchase \u0026 Comparison Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Purchase \u0026amp; Comparison Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eIs this armature an OEM part or a generic replacement?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality generic (aftermarket) replacement armature\u003c\/strong\u003e, not an original Bosch OEM part. It is engineered to the same dimensional and performance specifications as the original, making it a \u003cstrong\u003edirect-fit replacement for the Bosch GWS24-230\u003c\/strong\u003e angle grinder. Generic armatures from the HQ Series are a cost-effective alternative that restores your tool to full working condition without the premium price of an OEM spare part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWhy choose an armature with 100% copper windings over a standard one?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% pure copper windings\u003c\/strong\u003e offer significantly lower electrical resistance compared to aluminium or copper-clad alternatives. This means less energy is lost as heat, the motor runs cooler under sustained load, and the armature lasts considerably longer. For a high-demand tool like the GWS24-230 used in heavy grinding or cutting, this translates directly into \u003cstrong\u003efewer breakdowns, longer service intervals, and better overall tool performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWill this armature fit my Bosch GWS24-230 angle grinder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This armature is specifically designed as a \u003cstrong\u003eBosch GWS24-230 compatible replacement (Part No. 26677, Bosch Type)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The shaft dimensions, core stack length, and commutator diameter are matched to the original specifications of the GWS24-230 motor housing. Always verify your grinder's model number before purchasing to ensure compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2: Product-Specific and Usage Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct-Specific and Usage Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWhat does an armature do in an angle grinder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003earmature is the rotating core of the electric motor\u003c\/strong\u003e inside your angle grinder. It consists of a laminated magnetic core, copper windings, and a commutator. When electrical current passes through the windings, it creates a magnetic field that interacts with the stator magnets, causing the armature — and therefore the grinder's disc — to spin. A damaged or burnt armature is one of the most common reasons an angle grinder loses power, runs roughly, or stops working entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow do I know if my armature needs to be replaced?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon signs of a \u003cstrong\u003efailed or failing armature\u003c\/strong\u003e include: the grinder not starting at all, significant loss of power under load, excessive sparking visible through the brush vents, a burning smell during operation, or the motor running but the disc not spinning. If your carbon brushes are in good condition but the tool still underperforms, the armature is the most likely cause and should be inspected or replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eCan I install this armature myself, or do I need a technician?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmature replacement on the GWS24-230 requires \u003cstrong\u003edisassembly of the motor housing\u003c\/strong\u003e, removal of the carbon brushes, and careful extraction of the old armature from the field coil\/stator. While an experienced DIY user with the right tools can perform this repair, it is generally recommended to have the replacement carried out by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified power tool repair technician\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure correct reassembly, proper brush seating, and safe operation after the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3: Problem\/Solution-Oriented Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProblem\/Solution-Oriented Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eMy GWS24-230 is sparking heavily — will replacing the armature fix this?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy sparking\u003c\/strong\u003e is often caused by a worn or damaged commutator surface, which is an integral part of the armature. When the commutator segments become uneven, pitted, or contaminated, the carbon brushes cannot maintain smooth contact, resulting in excessive arcing. Replacing the armature with the \u003cstrong\u003eHQ Series unit — which features a precision multi-segment copper commutator\u003c\/strong\u003e — will restore smooth brush contact and eliminate abnormal sparking, provided the carbon brushes themselves are also in acceptable condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eMy grinder runs but has no power — could the armature be the cause?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A \u003cstrong\u003epartially shorted or open-circuit armature winding\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very common cause of an angle grinder running weakly or stalling under load. When individual winding coils are damaged — typically due to overheating from prolonged heavy use — the motor cannot generate its full torque output. Replacing the armature with the \u003cstrong\u003eHQ Series unit with 100% copper windings and resin-reinforced construction\u003c\/strong\u003e will restore the motor's full power output and torque capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow can I extend the life of my new armature after installation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximise the service life of your replacement armature: \u003cstrong\u003eavoid running the grinder continuously at full load for extended periods\u003c\/strong\u003e without allowing the motor to cool; \u003cstrong\u003ereplace carbon brushes before they wear down to the minimum length\u003c\/strong\u003e, as worn brushes cause increased arcing and commutator damage; \u003cstrong\u003ekeep the tool's ventilation slots clear\u003c\/strong\u003e of dust and debris to maintain adequate airflow; and \u003cstrong\u003eavoid forcing the disc into a cut\u003c\/strong\u003e, which places excessive current draw on the armature windings. Regular maintenance and correct operating technique are the most effective ways to protect your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CSS Styles for the FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.faq-section-styled {\nfont-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\nmargin-top: 40px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled h2 {\nfont-size: 2em;\nfont-weight: 700;\ncolor: #1C2228;\nborder-bottom: 2px solid #F4F4F4;\npadding-bottom: 15px;\nmargin-bottom: 30px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details {\nbackground-color: #f9f9f9;\nborder: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\nborder-radius: 8px;\nmargin-bottom: 15px;\noverflow: hidden;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary {\ndisplay: flex;\njustify-content: space-between;\nalign-items: center;\npadding: 20px;\nfont-weight: 600;\nfont-size: 1.1em;\ncolor: #1C2228;\ncursor: pointer;\nlist-style: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title {\ndisplay: flex;\nalign-items: center;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title::before {\ncontent: '\\25B6';\nmargin-right: 15px;\nfont-size: 0.8em;\ncolor: #1C2228;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::after {\ncontent: '+';\nfont-size: 1.8em;\nfont-weight: 300;\ncolor: #1C2228;\ntransition: transform 0.2s ease-in-out;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details[open] summary::after {\ntransform: rotate(45deg);\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content {\nbackground-color: #FFFFFF;\npadding: 20px 20px 20px 55px;\nborder-top: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p {\nmargin: 0;\nfont-size: 1em;\nline-height: 1.7;\ncolor: #2E2E2E;\ntext-align: left;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p strong {\ncolor: #1C2228;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Ideal Power Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46346331947223,"sku":"26677","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/1962\/5687\/files\/BigARMATUREProductIMG_74ff60b2-9fc7-4478-b3cd-d1130d4eab81.jpg?v=1756547355","url":"https:\/\/www.idealpowertools.com\/products\/ideal-armature-hq-series-gws24-230-angle-grinder-spare-part-generic-bosch-type-26677","provider":"Ideal Power Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}