1/4" electric die grinders

[Leoruiz]

The big bulky kind. I know Bosch , Makita and DeWalt make them. Anyone own one ? Any other brands ?
I have an air die grinder(CP) but I have to do some serious cast iron polishing with sandpaper rolls. My 3 hp compressor aint gonna cut it for several hours straight.

 

[Buckgnarly]

I have a Milwaukee, and they are BEASTS. Day and night even compared to my Snap On PT400. If you need raw power and not care about size, you will NOT be disappointed!

 

[Advan]

I've used most, always seemed to prefer the Makitas!

 

[ToolmakerCT]

+1 for Milwaukee, have some at work they're powerhouses.

 

[Bobcat753]

I have the paddle switch makita. I love the thing, can't seem to bog it down. Very nice for using carbide burrs compared to an air die grinder.

Also get a paddle switch one. I've had my makita get away and it turned right off saving me from loosing a few fingers.

 

[logikal]

Metabo, grinded for hours on one. Low vibration and ergonomic.

 

[Leoruiz]

Becoming directed to this
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NW4K7R2/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Bobcat753]

This is the one I have, I don't think you need the one you posted that one is really overkill.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000I6PIQ2/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[KnurledNut]

Another satisfied Milwaukee owner.

 

[Leoruiz]

I feel that variable speed is a must ?

 

[Ainsley]

Check out the metabo variable speed. That's what I use at work and it's a great tool.

 

[davethorik]

I use a variable speed Makita at work for polishing parts with felt bobs and Diamond paste. Only time it had to get replaced was when it got smashed by a spinning lathe chuck. I have a new in box Dewalt single speed I picked up a few yrs ago for $20 haven't used it yet.

 

[Mohawk Dave]

I have the big Hitachi. Kicks ***.

I also have the compact Metabo. Kicks *** too.

 

[BD1]

I have a " OLD MILWAUKEE '' the all metal one , no plastic. The thing will not die.
Depending on how you intend to use it, METABO has a nice one, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FDLB9O2/?tag=atomicindus08-20

You can even get a flexible shaft for it,
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028NJZ1C/?tag=atomicindus08-20

They have a larger one too,
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FDLBAPA/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I have METABO 4 1/2'' hand grinders [ 3 ] and they are awesome. My first one is 30 plus years old and still going. I like the variable speed model. Still debating on when to buy. I gotta check and see if Zoro has them for when they run their 30% off sale. I bought my DYNABRADE sander from them.

 

[Leoruiz]

I didn't even think about Metabo making one.
I'm grabbing the GE710 tomorrow.
Thanks

 

[Monte]

this one from Dewalt is good (Made by Metabo)
Spindle lock, adjustable speed, constant electronics...

this Suhner die grinder is pretty good too:
only 500 watt but with constant electronics, good for deburring and light duty tasks...

 

[ttpete]

I have an industrial grade Black & Decker that's kind of a monster. It's built for two hand operation with a straight trigger grip behind the motor and a second one on the extended nose. I mostly use it with a 4 inch cutoff wheel.

I also have a smaller Dumore that's nice.