The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in. – 6 in. Braking Grinder, Paddle Switch, No-Lock is the highest performing small angle grinder. It generates the power of a 13 Amp corded grinder, brakes all accessories under 3 seconds and has 6 in. grinding capacity. The POWERSTATE Brushless Motor provides users with 9,000 RPM and the power equivalent of a 13 Amp corded grinder, delivering industry-leading performance. REDLINK PLUS intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects the angle grinder from overload, overheating and over discharge. The Rapid Stop Brake feature stops all accessories in under 3 seconds. Providing users high performance, advanced ergonomics and legendary durability, the M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in. – 6 in. Braking Grinder is designed to complete the toughest grinding, surface preparation and cutting applications with all 4-1/2 in. – 6 in. accessories. The M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 Battery delivers users with more material removed per charge and unmatched run-time in all applications. Tool-free accessory changes using the FIXTEC nut and tool-free guard adjustments mean users will experience less downtime as they work. The cordless angle grinder’s grinding wheel is sold separately.
- POWERSTATE brushless motor: purposely built for the M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in. – 6 in. braking grinder to provide the power and performance of a 13 Amp corded grinder
- REDLINK PLUS intelligence: ensures optimal performance and provides overload protection to prevent damage to the tool and battery during heavy applications while still maintaining compatibility across the entire M18 system
- REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 battery pack: provides 50% more power and runs cooler versus M18 REDLITHIUM XC battery packs, superior pack construction provides the industry’s best protection against jobsite conditions
- Rapid stop braking feature stops all accessories in 3-seconds or less
- Metal housing and gearing system provides legendary durability
- 100% tool free: make all accessory changes and guard adjustments without a wrench for increased productivity
- Compatible with all M18 batteries
- Includes: 2980-20 M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in. – 6 in. grinder, paddle switch, no-lock, type 27 6 in. guard, side handle, FIXTEC nut, backing flange, wrench
Melany Bartell (verified owner) –
Fast, powerful, and I love the braking feature. I only wish the 6” size had more support from the disc manufacturers.
Colton Mills (verified owner) –
Plenty of power even under load. Have yet to see it fail or under preform. Used constantly for 5-6 hours a day, great battery run time considering what it is using the 5.0 battery.
Edna Swaniawski (verified owner) –
I bought this for use at home. I’m a carpenter and my employer supplies our tool the yellow brand not to put them down but I feel this grinder out performs the one at work by slot.
Haven Kertzmann (verified owner) –
Plentyof power. Definitely eats batteries quick when geinding though.
Bessie Veum (verified owner) –
Powerful wonderful for the quick little jobs where you just have to cut this little piece or grind this little spot. You can just do the job and move on without having to pull out extension cords then go through the hassle of having to put it all away. Not used to the brake don’t know how much power it takes and if it is worth it to save the time.
Odell Legros (verified owner) –
Great grinder good power, had a little trouble with the guard, it keep falling off the 1st few time I used it.
Hillard O’Hara (verified owner) –
I purchased this to grind brackets off a truck axle. The grinder feels well built and works well when it’s working. I did find however that the batteries would stop working after 3-5 minutes of steady use. Lights on the batteries would start blinking and no longer work. I purchased three 5.0 batteries at the same time and they all did they same thing. After letting them sit for an hour or so they would start working again, but would only have 1-2 bars of power left. I realize this tool uses a lot of amperage, but I was very disappointed in the run time. I expected more out of a top dollar Milwaukee. I had to go buy a corded grinder to finish the job.
Tara Block (verified owner) –
Just about as good as a corded grinder. I highly recommend it.
Hermann Parker (verified owner) –
Works great, has a lot of power but you need to use a 6.0 or bigger battery it uses a lot of power, the only thing I am not real thrilled about is the nut that holds the grinder disk on, it is hard to grab you can’t just grab the disk like you do on most grinders and spin the nut off
Aileen Dibbert (verified owner) –
There’s no comparison on the market. This 6” grinder is what I’ve been waiting for my whole 28 year career
Nicole Hessel (verified owner) –
This 6″ angle grinder is great. I have gotten a fair share of use out of it over the past month I have owned it. It has plenty of power, it has not stalled yet even when I have been using it for heavy stock removal. The battery life isn’t what I was hoping it to be with an 8ah battery, but it is a cordless grinder. There are two things I would change about it. One would be adding a hole to the top of the gearbox so that the handle could be threaded on there, I had a grinder that had 3 handle locations once and it was a game-changer for me. The next would be upping the rpms, it seems to me that this grinder spins a noticeably slower than other 6 inch 120v grinders I have used.
Lelah Toy (verified owner) –
Wasn’t easy to find during Christmas, but, was denitely woth the wait. Cuts through 1 1/2″ steel pipe with out hesitation.
Margarett O’Connell (verified owner) –
I use this grinder for all kinds of applications. Wether it’s beveling pvc pipe for water or drainage, or cutting pile caps. This grinder has jam! Has not let me down !
Louie Ferry (verified owner) –
Great, never go wrong with milwaukee !
Kay Kub (verified owner) –
I’m currently taking a welding course at my local trade school. So I use this almost daily. The only complaint I have is it literally eats through the 5.0 batteries. This is our weighted by the shear power this tool posses.
Roxane Abbott (verified owner) –
I love this thing, I can cut, grind and sharpen anything I need with a batter that lasts all day, even more some days, I really recommend this grinder to anyone who like to get the job done fast and no looking for outlets anymore!!!
Haylie Keeling (verified owner) –
I have been using it making metal swing sets, works great. I dislike how fast it drains a battery.
Angelina Ritchie (verified owner) –
I have to say, this is the best grinder I’ve ever had, amazing for a cordless tool, I use it for grinding and cut off,,, it’s easily better than any corded grinder I’ve used,, so consistent and doesnt bog at all,, A++
Alan Mante (verified owner) –
I use this grinder to cut bolts and for metal fab work. It has lots of power and the 6 inch cutoff wheels last much longer than a 4 1/2 inch cut wheel. The braking feature is alot safer than the old design. If you are looking for a grinder this is the best choice.
Zachery Heidenreich (verified owner) –
Amazing i run a welding business and i use it everyday now go to grinder for small stuff , cuts quickly (faster than a makita 6”grinder) and for battery life well with a 9.0 you can cut 4 5×5 by a 1/4 square tube with a battery .. if you cut small stuff this will last for a very long time i am impressed with this tool and everybody who tryed it said they should buy one