MILWAUKEE M18 Grinders - 5”, 6”, 7” Which Milwaukee Should YOU Choose?!

[@mrmidnight32]

Finally someone who can answer which model is what with Milwaukee’s 100 model designs of each tool.

[@TropicalRegicide]

Wish I'd have watched this prior to buying mine. That paddle switch is appealing

[@OhioPowerTool]

Well that just sounds like you'll have to pick up a second one with a paddle switch! Y'know, just for practicality's sake! 😏

[@Ellron23]

Slide switch only forever

[@jamesmocharski4803]

Thanks, Nick! As always, (or at least often) you’ve once again answered questions I never even knew I had. And because they’re red and pretty, I feel like I need every freaking one of them. (All the flavors of grindage.) Dang it! Stop showing all the cool toys. Or, don’t…since I kind of think that’s the point, isn’t it?

[@OhioPowerTool]

Thank James! The questions we attempt to answer in most of our recent come directly from customers at counter or over phone. Way easier to answer them with videos so hopefully we can help people with same questions moving forward. Definitely got more cool tools coming very soon.

[@jamesmocharski4803]

@@OhioPowerTool That makes a ton of sense. It offers a quick reference guide to help customers differentiate and make a more informed purchasing decision. To quote Lord Business, “Diabolical.” Or is it ingenious? Let’s just settle on Diabolically ingenious.

[@Silver77cyn]

How many grinders should we make? Milwaukee: Yes.

[@LoganRicardo]

Your video is missing some comparisons, such as side-by-side sizes and Amp consumption. I'm still confused 😕

[@OhioPowerTool]

Here is our blog that goes further in depth about this video, I hop it helps! news.ohiopowertool.com/the-great-grinder-brake-down-a-guide-to-angle-grinders/

[@Anonymous..VQ3.5Lg35]

Lol just was looking on the website and Jesus theres soo many grinders oh boy...

[@OhioPowerTool]

We took that same look and this is what came of it! Hopefully it's able to help at least explain some of the key differences to help one come to their decision a bit easier!

[@DownHillgamer]

Yeah kinda ridiculous, makes me anxious because there's no way I'm going to buy the one of the 3 or 4 sitting at home Depot without researching each and every single one

[@PrestonSteele09]

This actually helped me. I need a 5" slide switch braking grinder, if they make it.

[@OhioPowerTool]

2889-20 is a 5” slide with a brake and variable speed dial - www.ohiopowertool.com/milwaukee-tools-2889-20

[@crosscategory]

Paddle switches for me, cause I'm clumsy

[@OhioPowerTool]

As the saying goes, it's better to have all ten butter fingers than no fingers at all! That's a saying, right? We swear we heard that somewhere...

[@jonathantaylor6926]

My M18 grinder overheats extremely quickly. Cant even sharpen a single mower blade. It takes 30+ minutes before it will work again. Wondering if I got a defective one because Milwaukee tools are usually pretty good.

[@OhioPowerTool]

Hey Jonathan! It definitely sounds like you might have a defective model; how long ago did you purchase it? If it's within five years, you should be able to get a replacement unit from Milwaukee through their warranty service!

[@Noahfain]

Can you elaborate on how Milwaukee says "Tool-Free Accessory Change Integrated FIXTEC Technology". I'm assuming that means it will come with a Fixtec Tool Free Flange Nut, but I do not see it on any unboxing I have watched. Just trying to find out if I would need to purchase it separately

[@OhioPowerTool]

Hey Noah! From what I've been able to find, it doesn't look like a flange nut is included, just that these are compatible with them. I apologise for the inconvenience!

[@philipdove1705]

I prefer the trigger switch the 9" has

[@authorityfigure1630]

Home Depot sells one for $80 and one for $260 and they both say they do 9000rpm. The $80 seems like a no brainier but idk

[@OhioPowerTool]

There may be other factors to take into account that make that price differential so great; could it be that the less expensive one takes smaller or different sized grinding wheels or pads? Would it be on a different battery platform to the one you're currently using? Take a good look through the specs on each to make sure you're truly getting a good deal; that $260 might be worth the cost!

[@dtacherra6063]

If it's not red then no it's not a no brainer it's a no buy

[@lildaze3465]

QUESTION- I went to my local hardware store and they had TWO grinders with the same part number 2880-20. The only difference is one had rapid stop and one did not. WHICH IS THE NEWER MODEL? Thank you!

[@mauricioespinoza5390]

I believe the rapid stop is the newer one.

[@OhioPowerTool]

Mauricio is correct! The rapid stop is the newer generation of the 2880-20!

[@jakehester9979]

Any idea if they are going to make the 7 inch polisher go up to 3500?

[@tikvahspagepage8760]

You got my like cuz IT'S OVER 9 THOUSAND.

[@dumitrascuclaudiu7097]

I need a Flat head Variable speed , Any Brand, plese!

[@OhioPowerTool]

Huh! That appears to be quite the conundrum; our searches can't seem to bring up any variable speed flat head grinder, at least that we've got in our system. Unfortunately it looks like we may not carry anything to help; we apologise for the inconvenience!

[@dumitrascuclaudiu7097]

Help?

[@justsayin7937]

Wheres the 2981?

[@OhioPowerTool]

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 6" Angle Grinder Slide Switch Brake 2981-20 is definitely a highly regarded grinder as well!

[@Bigbuddahgee]

Now I know what grinder I bought and it’s uses lol

[@OhioPowerTool]

Glad we could help you out! Thank you for taking the time to check us out; let us know if you have any more questions that we can help with!

[@Goliad_Respector]

I have a 2880-20 and I have no idea what’s going on? I can’t find the one I have anywhere? What is the 2880?

[@OhioPowerTool]

Looks like you have the M18 FUEL 4-1/2" / 5" Braking Grinder Paddle Switch

[@TheChico868]

Dewalt it is

[@OhioPowerTool]

Not a bad choice! We deal in DeWalt as well; you can pick up a DeWalt grinder from our website!

[@TheChico868]

@@OhioPowerTool Yeh Dewalt offerings look better for me. Thanks

[@heartlessangel1460]

>9000??? AUTO-LIKE 😂😂😂

[@Boojyman]

So if I want a good grinder which model whould I get

[@OhioPowerTool]

An excellent question, and unfortunately one that's a bit too difficult to answer precisely. If you're looking for just a generic "good" grinder for general everyday use as an at-home DIYer, we'd go with maybe an entry level Milwaukee grinder, depending on your intended applications. If you're looking to go pro or trying to replace something you currently use as a daily driver, you may want to look into the more nuanced Milwaukee units; they're a bit more involved than the entry level units for a more refined approach to grinding applications. Of course, personal preference always plays a part in choice, and you may not be a big Milwaukee guy; we know some people that swear by their generic big box grinders and say they don't need anything fancy, though you may find some features that you truly enjoy on a Milwaukee grinder that you can't find on, say, a Black & Decker. Of course, Milwaukee is not the only grinder manufacturer on the market, and there are an incredible amount of choices available to you; choosing the one for you may truly come down to personal trial and error, or collecting as much review data as possible before making an informed decision on your purchase. Pro/con lists are a huge help!

[@Boojyman]

@Ohio Power Tool I typed those before watching the vid then afterwards knew what I wanted

[@barrysuss4421]

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