Die grinder recommendations?

[Lennyzx11]

I’ve put away the air tools it seems. I’m looking for a electric die grinder corded or cordless.

I am heavy into the Milwaukee 18 volt lineup with a couple of M12s.

Recommended deals from anyone or “Stay away froms”?

Thanks


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[d.mcfarland]

Get the Milwaukee. You already have the battery, which is good, because you'll need a lot of them if you use it often.

 

[pbon]

Any recommendation as to right angle vs straight? I have an HF plug in straight that resembles the M18 straight in size and shape and has worked great for about 10 years. I have the M12 rotary tool. I have the M12 polisher that is not quite a die grinder. There was a thread recently in which this question was asked and the response was to buy both, but I don’t want to spend that much now though HD has a package sale of $299 for both bare:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...r-Kit-Tool-Only-Kit-2485-20-2486-20/313112340

 

[bob15]

Any recommendation as to right angle vs straight? I have an HF plug in straight that resembles the M18 straight in size and shape and has worked great for about 10 years. I have the M12 rotary tool. I have the M12 polisher that is not quite a die grinder. There was a thread recently in which this question was asked and the response was to buy both, but I don’t want to spend that much now though HD has a package sale of $299 for both bare:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...r-Kit-Tool-Only-Kit-2485-20-2486-20/313112340

Only you can answer that question. Which style do you use the most? What do you see the need for in whatever you're doing in the near future?

Do you use cut-off wheels, grinding stones and burr bit the most? Or do you use Roloc pads the most?

 

[rcbk00]

I've had the M12 right angle for a few months now. It's quickly become one of my favorite tools. I originally bought it for doing automotive work, but it's become one of my essential carpentry tools (I'm a contractor). I use it with a 2" roloc type backing pad (https://www.harborfreight.com/2-in-disc-holder-with-14-in-shank-69797.html) and 2" sanding disks (https://www.harborfreight.com/2-in-40-grit-twist-lock-abrasive-discs-5-pk-60745.html). I would never consider working without it. Kind of like when impact drivers and multi tools came on the market- once you use them, there's no way you can go back to working without them.

 

[ez-duzit]

The Bosch electric die grinder is way good.

 

[txvwnut]

I’ve got the right angle M12 die grinder and it’s as powerful as my air stuff is. The only drawback is it likes batteries so you either have to have a ton of the 2.0’s or just step up and run the big square batteries. I’ve been contemplating getting the straight die grinder but haven’t pulled the trigger yet.

 

[dnschmidt]

The straight is OK but I've also got two of the M18 straight so I use those much more than the M12 straight. The M12 right angle is the absolute bomb. The one advantage of the M12 straight over the M18 straight is that it's variable speed. This is sort of nice but I've got an unlimited supply (like 30) of Big M18 batteries 9, 12, 8, 6 Am-hr so that's an advantage to me for the M18.

 

[BD1]

I vote for the METABO compact die grinder variable speed. The variable speed really extends the life of wire brushes.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FDLB9OC/?tag=atomicindus08-20


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[tarmy]

I vote for the METABO compact die grinder variable speed. The variable speed really extends the life of wire brushes.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FDLB9OC/?tag=atomicindus08-20


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This. I have two, this compact and a full sized Metabo. I also have a Milwaukee M12 right angle for special needs.

The Metabo variable speed is the best I have found...I have the DeWalt as well...gave it to my kid.

 

[cherrybomb]

The corded Makita 1/4 variable speed is an excellent tool.

 

[Tallpilot]

Only you can answer that question. Which style do you use the most? What do you see the need for in whatever you're doing in the near future?

Do you use cut-off wheels, grinding stones and burr bit the most? Or do you use Roloc pads the most?

Here's the best advice. The M12 fuel stuff is awesome especially with the variable speed controls. I have the right angle because I mostly use Roloc disks to clean surfaces. I suspect I will get the straight one day to replace both my pneumatic cut off tool and straight die grinder.

 

[BD1]

Unless the Battery power has been improved, they are short lived. Now way would it work for me. OK to use here and there, but for a single day use I would need lots of batteries


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[PureLeaf]

Wouldn't touch Metabo after bad warranty experiences with them (it was for a drill though).

Have a Fein variable speed die grinder, made in germany, works fantastic. They offer both a long neck, and short neck. I have the short neck.

 

[seber]

I've destroyed Makita, Craftsman, and Dumore. The Dumore to be fair was used by a tool and die maker for years and then tossed. I picked it out of the trash and brought it back. The next time it failed, I put in new brushes and it works great again. The other two overheated. No bringing those back. My only advice is don't go cheap. These things run fast and hot. Poor construction will bring very short life.

 

[BD1]

Wouldn't touch Metabo after bad warranty experiences with them (it was for a drill though).

Have a Fein variable speed die grinder, made in germany, works fantastic. They offer both a long neck, and short neck. I have the short neck.

My first Metabo is from 1979 and still going. Since then I bought five more, no issues yet.


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[JeffDM]

Any recommendation as to right angle vs straight?

It really depends on your task and preferences but in my shop right angle seems to get the most usage by far. I feel like I get the most control with the right angle.

I'm weighing buying into the Milwaukee M12 system at the moment. Seems like there's a few good deals right now but I want to make sure it meets my expectations and I'm not certain I need it. Sometimes having the tool on hand is the only way I'll know. It does seem like the M12 tools are generally intermittent-use but I'm OK with that.

 

[IamtheGerman]

Best times

 

[Krokodil]

Another vote for a Bosch. I love my long neck corded one.

 

[ez-duzit]

Surprised that no one makes a good corded right angle die grinder. This seems to be as close as I can find to that configuration. Get the feeling that it might not be very heavy duty.

https://proxxon-us-shop.com/products/longneck-angle-grinder-lhw-e

 

[Rinspeed]

Any recommendation as to right angle vs straight?

No comparison, angled is much more versatile.

 

[pbon]

Thanks for all the input. I will buy the right angle first. But I do use a straight dremel or my plug in large straight to clean up inside pipe after welding because I am a bad welder. I’ll probably buy a straight later.

 

[emeraldcoupe]

i have an older corded Milwaukee , it's a beast.

 

[JoshR77]

I’ve put away the air tools it seems. I’m looking for a electric grinder corded or cordless.

I am heavy into the Milwaukee 18 volt lineup with a couple of M12s.

Recommended deals from anyone or “Stay away froms”?

Thanks


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Any Bosch is great. The best quality.