TOOL REVIEW - Milwaukee M12 FUEL Right Angle Die Grinder -"Must Have Tool"! - Video

TOOL REVIEW - Milwaukee M12 FUEL Right Angle Die Grinder model number 2485-20.
Here's another "must have" Milwaukee cordless tool for the shop! In this video I give you an in depth review of this cordless die grinder from Milwaukee tools. If you're debating getting this tool for yourself there is no need to guess whether this tool is a must have, it is!
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[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

I bought Milwaukee m12 die grinder a few months ago and really like it I use it quite often.

[@ricochetey]

I have had one for a almost a year and it is the handiest tool I have ever purchased! No more firing up the air compressor and no more air hose to get in way is also another plus.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Milwaukee tools are great, I love mine. The 5r warranty is great too! Thanks for the review!

[@redmesa2975]

I have one. Love it ! Mostly use flap wheels for cleaning up metal, deburing. Use the smaller diameter disc’s. 2” discs create too much load, & overload protection will shut off the tool. Jag 10 tools, is where I buy my flap wheels.

[@calebsaddler6298]

Will have to add to the collection, thanks for another great video Don.

[@seastacker8582]

Been wanting one for a while. It’s next on my m12 list.

[@JimFixIt74]

I buy Milwaukee cordless tools for everything. Always have been reliable for me and durable. Good video!

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

I just pulled the trigger on mine today. Can’t wait to start using it

[@donyboy73]

awesome dude! pm me your phone number jeremy

[@jasongoodfellow9585]

If you're liking the 3M rolocs you should look into the brand Tyrolit. I used to sell the 3M but over last few years all my customer have switched over to Tyrolit and won't look back. Much longer lasting, the sand pads have a thicker backing plate so you can really get a good lean on them without bending or breaking. The grinding and cutting disks are very well made as well. Price wise they are a fraction of 3m and Walter.

[@richardstrada212]

Thanks for the review and suggestions for attachments.

[@DereksWorkshopAndProjects]

I bought the straight die grinder thinking I’d use it more but now I’m wishing I got the angle first. Thanks!

[@Peter-976]

Donny another absolutely great review. I`m not a small engine repair guy but I have the m12 fuel hammer drill, impact driver, and the newer version of the multi-tool for my DIY projects. I bought the best because they are the tools that I would use the most and the 12V format is all that I need. For me, I don`t think I need a dedicated grinder but I do like how you polished those brake rotors on your African Twin.

[@LCculater]

I have this tool and it blew me away ! Just love it !!! Great video as well

[@JeffinTD]

Nice review. Impacts, ratchets and carpentry tools are now all Milwaukee. If I got this, I’d only need the air compressor for... air.

[@SW-lu9cu]

Nice find Donny ! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your stuff.

[@motorcoachtech7615]

Great tool. Home Depot Canada has them on sale for $199 and has a bonus charging starter kit with 2ah battery. You need the larger battery but it’s a start if just getting started on that platform

[@jamesshivers8213]

I couldnt find the M12 locally so I got the IR right angle die grinder, pnuematic of course. I really did want to try the M12 based on your review. Maybe I will buy 1 sometime later when my wife isnt looking lol thanks for the review

[@patkane5018]

I have one too, everything he said is right, the thing is amazing!!

[@tyroneclarke1666]

Very nice die grinder. Thank you for sharing Don. Happy Easter.

[@davidcurnutt9584]

Great review. And I like the safety switch

[@mrparlanejxtra]

The rpm setting numbers should have been molded into the plastic. That would have saved plastic and saved on a sticker that will fall off.

[@bradenwuesthoff5639]

Who cares

[@zlatkovujevic7348]

Yeah you are right. For me it look so cheap and big No, No. For that brand I am suprised to do that.

[@TerryRGraham]

I think it's just intended for you to briefly see it and store it in your memory. No need for it to be permanent as you will develop a feel for the setting that you need anyway.

[@TranTek]

Just use a marker and write them on the back

[@MyBigThing2010]

its not that hard to remember 10, 15, 20 and 25 for 1, 2, 3, and 4. its really a non issue. The sticker is there so you can quick reference right upon opening the box and saves you a trip to the user manual to find out that info. If you need this tool ....you should be able to remember that very simple info. The sticker lets you get right to work, with the info you need without having to read through a manual to find that info.

[@robprice6573]

That Milwaukee is awesome! Thanks Don!

[@jimmypopp2695]

I love it!! thank you!!

[@knighthawk86855]

And the biggest tip for this tool, only use 2" pads don't go to 3" otherwise it will keep turning off, because of the thermal overload protection, also on the collet you need to untighten it twice to get the shaft to come out easily..... Great video, I am slowly replacing all my mobile airtools with milwaukee cordless they are awesome tools.

[@donyboy73]

Thanks for the info!

[@CvonEssen]

great, now I need a Right Angle Die Grinder

[@ExmarkDude]

As an aircraft mechanic, I do a bunch of corrosion blending with a 90-degree pneumatic die grinder. The only issue is that we have limited air hose hookups, and the hoses are cumbersome to deal with. Your review just sold me on this tool, especially since I already have other m12 products.

[@donyboy73]

you'll love it, I seldom use my air tools now!

[@brianb5779]

You are very fortunate, between me and guys at work we have 12 of them and evey single one cuts out during light and heavy use. We have tried high capacity batteries and even on light work they cut out. I think we got a bad batch but ive seen other videos and they seem to work like they should. As long as yours doesnt cut out then i agree it should be one of the best tools in the arsenal. Good luck w yours and hope you get a good one.

[@illiniwood]

Try cleaning the screens around the motor with some air. When the screens get clogged the motor gets hot and cuts out.

[@brianb5779]

@illiniwood Appreciate it but we are talking all brand new units. Ive sent them back multiple times and only 1 has gotten a little better.

[@DragonflyAcres2022]

Nice little tool thank you for sharing

[@MrGattor33]

I've seen this a few times in other videos, I have not bought one myself; however I plan to in the near future. Many people in the other videos highly recommended getting this bit to go with because it removes things like gasket material of all kinds with extreme ease... 3M-18733 Roloc Bristle Disc Grade - 120, Size - 2 inch... I've seen it on Amazon and eBay as well.

[@donyboy73]

thanks for the part number

[@MrGattor33]

@@donyboy73 You're very welcome!

[@joyuncovered]

Excellent review!!!

[@lewishodge4935]

A problem I've encountered with Milwaukee paddle switches, is that it is necessary to remove too many fingers to switch off (release),in an emergency situation. You cannot get off the trigger fast enough without releasing too much of your grip on the tool. The single finger trigger is much safer! This peaks with the Milwaukee 3/8" close quarter drill, which is probably the most dangerous tool that I own.

[@joem5239]

Thanks for the review!

[@donyboy73]

My pleasure!

[@stans5270]

I would have not bought my Dremel if these were available a few years back. This will be on my Father's Day list.

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

I have the same one great tool

[@robfahey1349]

I didn't know they had flap disc's for the reloc I know I've used the pneumatic with the abrasive scotch Brite for touching up lawn mower blades as it really doesn't get hot enough to change tempering of sharpening etc

[@TranTek]

There is also a straight version and a huge M18 version as well

[@bobwelch5056]

Awesome tool

[@ticklefritz5406]

Now that's a proper review!

[@paulmorrey733]

Thanks Don

[@BrucesShop]

I want one Don. I have a die grinder but it isn't cordless. It is air. Very nice tool.

[@carabela125]

I'd like a 1/8 inch collet too for dremel bits.

[@aussiehardwood6196]

Those Roloc™ pads are the shiz, the scouring pads which come in 3 or 4 colours which are different grades of coarseness. Great for carbon on piston crowns. Get a few pads they wear out. But you can buy AM rolocs too now, not as good as 3M but much cheaper.

[@mattsharpe3989]

I've burned through 1000's of roloc discs, they are fantastic, plenty of different types to choose from, an angled for grinder running rolocs is a very versatile tool

[@77kefi]

Nice tools..great !!

[@nashguy207]

Nice score donyboy. Milwaukee is making some nice these days.

[@deanmoore3776]

Nice very handy tool

[@filibertovargas8354]

Nice tool don, thankyou

[@Lone-Wolf87]

13% tax is just too much for me. Great tool review. I alwas wach your videos and I have learned so much from you. 👍👍👍👍

[@briankemp5206]

Nice review.

[@shsechas]

For what you do. That looks like a nice tool to have.

[@jasonchampion9932]

Happy Easter 🐣🐇🙏🙏✌️

[@donyboy73]

Same to you!

[@marcelcanuck]

another sticker for the tool box Don , nice tool , no more air line to trip over 👍

[@donyboy73]

You got that right!

[@aussiehardwood6196]

Those rolocs are what I remove the sap off hedge trimmer blades after you disassemble them.

[@michaelchilders1658]

I like it!!👍

[@patrickgr1547]

👍 your review

[@malikrameez703]

Great tool plz see you impact wrench in 1 video

[@roberthamilton9123]

Hi 👋Don nice review what a great 👍 looking tool thanks 🙏 for your input everything was very helpful and well said sir have a great 👍 weekend and a very happy 😃 Easter 😀😀

[@donyboy73]

Thanks 👍

[@joeyg-smallengine1116]

I can see how that tool would be a good for someone that doesn't have air tools. Joey from Ottawa

[@mattsharpe3989]

Cordless is better than air now, my air impacts haven't left the drawer is years, meanwhile my M18 stuff gets used daily

[@mrpcakes]

hmm looks like it might be a great option for sharpening mower blades too. yay ?

[@pm270100]

good i need more tools

[@fillslawncare]

I've been wanting one for a long time now, just haven't pulled the trigger yet

[@donyboy73]

i sent you ig message Fill

[@xoxo2008oxox]

For that kinda money, it should have a keyless chuck.

[@pammiasmr9068]

Interesting.

[@ricardasuktveris4225]

Nice bike

[@999thenewman]

Convenient tool for sure.

[@MusicalMoon]

What type of 3m pad is the blue one you used on your bike?

[@donyboy73]

3m scotch brite

[@razako1582]

How long full charge the battery can running

[@stevekilbride8494]

Small correction about sales tax in Canada. The rate depends on which province you live in. In Ontario, it's 13% as stated in the video (combination of 5% Federal rate, plus 8% Provincial Rate). Alberta doesn't have a provincial tax, so they only pay the 5% Federal rate.

[@jasongoodfellow9585]

And in Québec we come in at 14.975 combined....

[@stevekilbride8494]

@@jasongoodfellow9585 Yep and the Atlantic Provinces are 15%

[@robertmailhos8159]

Great tool I'm thinking can you use it to sharpen a lawn mower blade

[@144elect6]

What kind of wheel do you recommend for that??

[@stoolie10]

Don, I have a 149cc Kohler with a carb that drips and when you tip it with the filter side up it leaks worse. Mower runs fine.

[@donyboy73]

give the carb a good clean or replace it

[@stoolie10]

I did a good clean on it already. I have another carb to swap out on it. Thanks for the tip!

[@stoolie10]

Update.. Well I got a new carb for the Kohler mower today. I feel like I made a ROOKIE mistake considering a person was on his way to buy it when it was running like crap!!! Anyway the problem was so simple once I saw the crankcase hose was disconnected. Connected hose and sold the mower 😊

[@jerrystark3587]

Milwaukee tools RULE! 👍👍

[@milwsdl39]

Thank you for the review that is a cool tool but the for price kind of a bummer they didn’t mold the RPM in the back of the switch instead of a dumb sticker that will fall off but it is a Cool tool 👍🏻

[@donyboy73]

yes I wish the rpms were molded in

[@jme36053]

It’s hard to go wrong with any Milwaukee tool.

[@144elect6]

Does anyone know find any grinding wheels that I can use with this grinder?.

[@benbelman6984]

If you find the collet chuck getting stuck when removing the shank (I guarantee you will). I found a super easy way to release it.

[@donyboy73]

thanks for the tip, no problems so far

[@waynestefinashen239]

Don the OLD MAN at Eliminator just saying we use Milwaukee M12 brushless tools also and find they are one of the best. Originally bought the RIGID impact and drill 12V on their anniversary sale when they promoted LIFETIME warranty on everything including the batteries which i could not believe so could not pass it up. Registered the Rigid products on line and guess what? Eventually after 7 years the batteries would not take full charge, took all the Rigid tools and batteries with charger to the local shop for warranty and in two weeks received everything back with upgraded 18V batteries. Had to register these batteries on line again because they still carry the lifetime warranty. Now that is a serious deal, anyone else know where you can get lifetime warranties on batteries? Here is the big tip of the day: Take the time to register your equipment purchases! You would be surprised how much equipment we work on and our customer gives us their manual package with the equipment and we take the time to register it, in some cases the parts are at no cost to them because it is under warranty or recall part upgrade!

[@donyboy73]

thanks for the tip Wayne!

[@joesfamilyfarm]

Should have shown how to use that unique collar lock. Can be frustrating until you figure out how it works. Loosen, then keep loosening until it unlocks the collar. Otherwise, it is very difficult to get the tool out of the arbor.

[@starzztop]

I just purchased the same tool! What kind of flap disks are those? Are those 2 inch and will they work to remove light rust to re paint? Thanks!

[@donyboy73]

neiko, yes they remove paint and rust

[@Marty1959]

hi donyboy can I put a 372 XTorq big bore kit in a 372XP

[@donyboy73]

not sure, just google it in a chainsaw forum

[@dannyc4419]

Can you use this to sharpen mower blades?

[@donyboy73]

you could yes

[@Silent.Stacker]

Are you using the 2 inch or the 3 inch Roloc with this die grinder?

[@donyboy73]

2"

[@sambeasley893]

Where do you get the Roloc adapter?

[@donyboy73]

amazon

[@stevo5521]

What about using it to sharpen lawn mower blades?

[@donyboy73]

it could work but I would use an angle grinder first

[@edkennard72]

I myself Donnie I use the Brewer from harbor freight but I have nothing against Milwaukee tools I absolutely love them myself but the thing of it is it's the cost All right talk to you later

[@donyboy73]

Thanks for sharing

[@ruraltraveler8652]

I got mine for about 5 months use it a lot I like it but when you use continuously it’s a battery killer the 6 amp last maybe 10 minutes

[@donyboy73]

most jobs i do are shorter, for the bigger stuff i use a corded die grinder

[@ruraltraveler8652]

For working shorter time it’s great for me when I have a bunch of weld to clean up a bit on aluminum that where I find the battery doesn’t last long. To bad because it’s a nice light tool to work with now for long working time I use the air die grinder

[@timp5132]

I'm not sure but I think the warranty normally is for private use not a business ?

[@donyboy73]

the Fuel version is for professional use as well and it has 5 years warranty

[@oceano271]

Does this scrap off the aluminium?

[@gordbaker896]

Crazy Glue that sticker. Don't throw away that air powered one! How much did the Battery cost?

[@donyboy73]

www.amazon.ca/Milwaukee-48-11-2460-REDLITHIUM-Extended-Capacity/dp/B01MCVWX6N/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=XC6.0+Extended+Capacity+Battery+Pack&qid=1617365371&sr=8-1

[@gordbaker896]

@@donyboy73 That is an outrageous price. Hope you already had a charger. A palm size battery for a Worx Leaf blower is $100. My battery powered drills always are able to do 3/4 of the job. Back to corded for me. I understand that Milwaulkee tools are now made in China.

[@Solairethedarksoul]

I thought it was cool but the head of it is as big as your fist. I like the idea of not having the hose drape across the shop.

[@AWSmith1955]

Oops Donny leave that sticker on. @3:06 you misread #3

[@donyboy73]

ahh lol, i need glasses

[@bernardsantiqueengines3128]

It's a shame here are no Milwaukee tools available here in our country. Probably because they are much more expensive than the Makita.

[@Fresh-tw7ev]

Are these available in M18?

[@donyboy73]

not yet

[@jaygee999]

Don -- Is the entire Milwaukee FUEL line considered safer to use around fumes that could be explosive like gasoline , etc ? -- Being brushless , accordingly, would mean no sparks from the motors commutators -- IDK ?

[@donyboy73]

pretty sure, never had an issue working around gas with it

[@connorssmallengines6663]

I’ve used brushed and brushless motors in my shop for years and they have never even came close to starting a fire.

[@MyDuckfoot]

Some day when my air die grinder dies I might consider one but my air tools last for ever.

[@awayyanna945]

Sir, Can i order from India and how much it ll' cost? 👌👍

[@donyboy73]

check amazon

[@awayyanna945]

@@donyboy73 ok... Thanks for the reply

[@gossom9603]

13% in Ontario 17 % in other parts and 5 % in alberta

[@kingofthetrack]

Hi I'm thinking of buying the same grinder. mainly for sharpening my rideon mower blades.Have you ever used that grinder to put a sharp edge on the blades .I find a 4inch grinding dick is way to big.

[@Frankyouknow]

Nice tool but that sticker is terrible. Why not Mold the RPM numbers into the plastic and hot stamp it with the White paint.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

A LOT easier than hooking up an air line to my pneumatic die grinder!

[@edfx]

that sanding disk is extremely abrasive. you removed quite a lot of metal material instead of paint