Milwaukee cordless tools

[Futremechanic]

Hello all again,Sorry for stuipid questions, I am just wondering what is your opinons on Milwaukee cordless tools,As I work on farm machinery&trucks on a daily basis which I really enjoy could not be any happier do it.

For some strange reason I do not like the Snap On"s,Hitachti"s cordless impact guns even though I use my workmates daily now its time to get my own

What do yo think of (please click on link) if you have one just post your opinions as it would be greatly appreicpited http://www.caulfieldindustrial.com/...ordless-torque-impact-wrench-/p-e13566pd.html

And what do you think of their Milwaukee cordless Angle grinder?

Thank you all

 

[Conductor562]

I've got a bunch of Milwaukee's M18 and M12 stuff and I've been very happy with it. I've never really cared much for cordless grinders regardless of manufacturer. The overload protection on the Milwaukee seems to kick in a little to early for my liking when making cuts. If you don't make a lot of cuts with your grinder and use it primarily for grinding you won't have a problem. The high torque impact is great, no complaints what so ever. Milwaukee also offers a compact impact wrench which may be something to consider depending on what type of work you're doing.

 

[ianguilly]

I've got a couple impacts by them and love them, was actually thinking of getting that same impact.

 

[bobcatdan]

I never owned one, but have heard from several guys that cordless angle grinders are pointless, unless you put a cut off wheel in. Then they are pretty handy.

 

[chris6278]

I own quite a few milwaukee m12 an m18 tools. One of my favorites is the m18 1/2" cordless impact. To me its a lil stronger than snap ons an alot cheaper. Also they have the best warranty hands down.

 

[woody 73]

I broke one of my rules (if you start with one company product stick with it) I have all Dewalt tools but I bought an M12 rotary tool and I got to tell you that sucker kicks rear end big time! A dremel on steroids... I had to clean up a part with a narrow gap and that tool went to town on case hardened steel like no tomorrow. When I took the part to a machine shop the owner told me he had to use a carbide bit just to get the job done.

 

[stingray1966]

I love my milwaukee cordless tools

 

[Futremechanic]

Thanks for all your opinon, I am seriously considering my opinons as I am not a big fan borrowing alaways my workmates tools the way I loook at it use somebody tools two or three times buy it yourself or quit asking me for tools

 

[nine4gmc]

I have a M18 impact and hammer drill and LOVE them. Wish I could get the hand saw, sawzall, grinder and the entire M12 series for shits and giggles but in reality, I do not need them at this time.

 

[Conductor562]

The M12 jigsaw is awesome! For detail cuts it has unbelievable control. I VERY rarely use my corded jigsaw anymore. You can't beat Milwaukee's M12 line.

 

[03protege]

Glad you posted this, I have been doing some research lately and I think I am going to dive into the m12 and m18 series of tools.

The 1/2" impact is very cheap as a bare tools so I plan on getting that and a regular drill set (just share the batteries) as the price seems to be about the same.

Also has anyone used the Milwaukee cordless ratchet?

 

[Conductor562]

No but I wish I had . The reviews I've seen have been positive though.

 

[nine4gmc]

there is one cat around here with a whole freaking tool box full of M12, I think he has every existing M12 made, maybe he will chime in soon.

 

[FiendFX]

The M18 and M12 are awesome!

 

[dsmnickk90]

Im about to start off with a M12 3/8" impact. Then add on the ratchet impact driver and drill. Them M18 1/2" impact.
What else on the M18 line would be worth having workin on cars?

 

[FiendFX]

Im about to start off with a M12 3/8" impact. Then add on the ratchet impact driver and drill. Them M18 1/2" impact.
What else on the M18 line would be worth having workin on cars?

I got the 1/4" M18 Cordless Impact Gun. It can drill and use impact sockets.

 

[6-Speed]

Also has anyone used the Milwaukee cordless ratchet?

The M12 3/8" ratchet is a good tool. It's especially useful for removing/installing fasteners with lots of threads. The handle is bulky so using it as a manual ratchet is a bit unwieldy. I also noticed the head is just a bit offset from center which creates a noticeable wobble when it's turning. Other than that, it serves its purpose well.

 

[GSteg]

Also has anyone used the Milwaukee cordless ratchet?

I have one and it's awesome. I don't even pull out my air ratchets anymore. You will not regret it.

 

[03protege]

Sweet thanks everyone, I am just a small time tinkerer (sp?) and as much as I want a large compressor it just isn't in the cards yet. Plus cordless can go to the junkyard with me.

 

[03protege]

Im about to start off with a M12 3/8" impact. Then add on the ratchet impact driver and drill. Them M18 1/2" impact.
What else on the M18 line would be worth having workin on cars?

Any reason your are going with the 3/8 impact over the 1/4" hex?

The only advantages I can see is the 3/8" impact will get you in tighter spots (no adapters) and the 150 additional in-lb of torque which from my understanding is not a lot.

With the hex you can at least use it for just about everything you would use a drill for, plus with the adapters you can use 1/4",3/8", or 1/2" sockets.

My Craftsman Impact driver is 1,500 in-lb (vs the 1,000 you are looking at) and as far as busting any stubborn bolts it is very pathetic.

Anyway for just spinning of long threads I am sure that m12 impact will do good but just don't expect it to do too much good on the stubborn fasteners.

 

[Hammell]

One of my favorites is the m18 1/2" cordless impact. To me its a lil stronger than snap ons an alot cheaper. Also they have the best warranty hands down.

x2, very happy with mine

 

[Conductor562]

Im about to start off with a M12 3/8" impact. Then add on the ratchet impact driver and drill. Them M18 1/2" impact.
What else on the M18 line would be worth having workin on cars?

How about the M18 Grease gun?

The make an M12 version of it as well.

 

[Conductor562]

Ok, the pick is of the M12 but you get the idea.

 

[Futremechanic]

Is there any diffrence of the M12 and M18 battery would the M12 battery in terms of performance bar the differernt voltage??

I really like idea of the cordless racthet it would beat using the manual rachet or the air racthet when as I have no air compressor at home yet.

I really like idea of the cordless grease gun it should beat the hell out of using a manual grease gun and also when a workmate is using the air grease guns on site.

I am seriously thinking of into buying cordless as they are a time saver on site and at home

 

[stingray1966]

Also has anyone used the Milwaukee cordless ratchet?

I have this ratchet and its really good had to work under the dash of my corvette this summer that light it has really is helpful when you are laying on your back under the dash
This past summer I have used the hell out of this ratchet and never ran out of battery power When I first got it i thought it was a toy but it turn out to be a real work horse
highly recommend it

 

[chris6278]

Also have the m12 3/8 cordless ratchets. That thing is awesome, hardly use my air ratchet anymore

 

[Greatbear]

I have both the 3/8 and 1/4" ratchets, having picked up the 1/4" recently. They are great tools.

 

[6-Speed]

Anyway for just spinning of long threads I am sure that m12 impact will do good but just don't expect it to do too much good on the stubborn fasteners.

The M12 3/8" impact is rated at 83 lb-ft. I wanted to confirm this so I attempted to remove a lug nut torqued to 80 lb-ft ... and after about 10 seconds of hammering it zipped it right off. This worked with both the compact and high-capacity XC batteries (fully charged). I wouldn't normally use the M12 to remove lug nuts, but it's good to know it has decent torque for a compact cordless tool.

 

[03protege]

The M12 3/8" impact is rated at 83 lb-ft. I wanted to confirm this so I attempted to remove a lug nut torqued to 80 lb-ft ... and after about 10 seconds of hammering it zipped it right off. This worked with both the compact and high-capacity XC batteries (fully charged). I wouldn't normally use the M12 to remove lug nuts, but it's good to know it has decent torque for a compact cordless tool.

That is good to know, I will try my craftsman 1500 in-lb one out doing a similar test and seeing what happens.

 

[Conductor562]

Is there any diffrence of the M12 and M18 battery would the M12 battery in terms of performance bar the differernt voltage??

I really like idea of the cordless racthet it would beat using the manual rachet or the air racthet when as I have no air compressor at home yet.

I really like idea of the cordless grease gun it should beat the hell out of using a manual grease gun and also when a workmate is using the air grease guns on site.

I am seriously thinking of into buying cordless as they are a time saver on site and at home

As far as the grease gun goes, the only differences in the M18 and the M12 is price and the number of pumps per charge. The M12 has an 8,000 psi max operating pressure and dispenses up to 7 grease cartridges on a single charge with an XC battery. I can't even find the M18 version on Milwaukee's website, they may have dropped it with the M12 doing so well. They had a reconditioned M12 model (bare tool) on sale at CPOMilwaukee for like $99 but by the time I saw it they were out of stock

 

[Futremechanic]

thanks all for your advice

 

[RCStocker]

I have quite a few braqnd but the Milwaukee is what i use all the time and we have more of then in the shops than any other cordless. They are very smooth and have great Variable speed control. I have several Makita and Bosch as well. I went with the M's because I think thier electric drills are the best on the market. I have use them for the past 12 years and I find good used cordless tools for a very low price on Craigslist and at the swap meet.

One of my sons bought a Porter cable 18 volt last year. The drill came with a driver and light, one batter and charger. It was $75 on half price sale a Either Lowe's or Home Depot.

It is not as smooth as the other major brands but hit has had quite a work out this past year. I even got the angle grinder for it for $40 when I ordered another set from Amazon.

The thing works great and I would recoment it for any home owner over anyothers because of the low pirce and how it has held up.

For comercial work I would go with Bosch or Milwaukee. I have talked to a sales rep and repair men and they say they are the best and have the fewest repairs.

The battries last almost as long as the more expensive ones and you can buy either type battery for it but you will need to have the propper charger for the battery.
My sons picked up 4 batteries for $25 each at the time. They were half price as well.

 

[chewy7]

How about the M18 Grease gun?

The make an M12 version of it as well.

MILWAUKEE does not make a M18 grease gun , although it would be nice if they did.

 

[Futremechanic]

I have quite a few braqnd but the Milwaukee is what i use all the time and we have more of then in the shops than any other cordless. They are very smooth and have great Variable speed control. I have several Makita and Bosch as well. I went with the M's because I think thier electric drills are the best on the market. I have use them for the past 12 years and I find good used cordless tools for a very low price on Craigslist and at the swap meet.

One of my sons bought a Porter cable 18 volt last year. The drill came with a driver and light, one batter and charger. It was $75 on half price sale a Either Lowe's or Home Depot.

It is not as smooth as the other major brands but hit has had quite a work out this past year. I even got the angle grinder for it for $40 when I ordered another set from Amazon.

The thing works great and I would recoment it for any home owner over anyothers because of the low pirce and how it has held up.

For comercial work I would go with Bosch or Milwaukee. I have talked to a sales rep and repair men and they say they are the best and have the fewest repairs.

The battries last almost as long as the more expensive ones and you can buy either type battery for it but you will need to have the propper charger for the battery.
My sons picked up 4 batteries for $25 each at the time. They were half price as well.

Thanks for your informative post , Its good to know that Milwaukee & Bosch have one of the fewest repairs as I have a Bosch electrical angle grinder.

 

[Conductor562]

MILWAUKEE does not make a M18 grease gun , although it would be nice if they did.

I had it in my head that they did, but as I got to looking for it and couldn't find it I started thinking it may have just been wishful thinking

 

[admranger]

Also have the m12 3/8 cordless ratchets. That thing is awesome, hardly use my air ratchet anymore

The M12 3/8 and 1/4 ratchets are on my Christmas list.

 

[Speedway]

I have the M18 3/8" and 1/2" drive impacts and use them for heavy equipment repair everyday at work.
The 3/8" drive is great for tinware bolts up to 1/2", the 1/2" drive works for most stuff up to 5/8" hardware.
They won't replace an air impact but will come close, the best thing of course is that you don't have to drag a hose with them.

Pulled the hydraulic tank out of this PC600 with no air tools.....

 

[Hammell]

bingo, what he (Speedway) said.

 

[Trey T]

M18 LED light looks useful.

 

[FiendFX]

I have the M18 3/8" and 1/2" drive impacts and use them for heavy equipment repair everyday at work.
The 3/8" drive is great for tinware bolts up to 1/2", the 1/2" drive works for most stuff up to 5/8" hardware.
They won't replace an air impact but will come close, the best thing of course is that you don't have to drag a hose with them.

Pulled the hydraulic tank out of this PC600 with no air tools.....

Nice. Too bad they only deliver 30-35ftlbs only. Netex right angle delivers more but size is bigger