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๐Ÿ”ง Makita 9557PB 2-inch Paddle Grinder Review

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Description of ๐Ÿ”ง Makita 9557PB 2-inch Paddle Grinder

Powerful 7.5 AMP motor delivers 11,000 RPM for high output power. Compact design with small 2-1/2" diameter barrel and weighs only 4.5 lbs. for added comfort. Labyrinth construction seals and protects the drive gear and bearings from contamination for longer tool life. Lock-on/off feature for continuous operation. AC/DC switch for use with alternative power source. 4-1/2-inch angle grinder with paddle switch seals motor and bearings from contamination. 7.5 amp motor delivers a no-load speed of 10,000 RPM. Small circumference barrel grip for improved handling; spindle lock for easy wheel changes. Includes grinding wheel, wrench, side handle, flange and wheel guard. 1-year limited warranty.

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Revainrating 2 out of 5

Disappointing Performance of a Grinder

The Makita 9557PB 2 Inch Grinder Paddle is not worth your money. Industrial and Scientific might seem ideal for this machine, but it is a complete letdown. Through trial and error, I found that this grinder does not have enough power to cut through some of the thicker metals. The plastic components of the product seemed to be of low quality, which caused the grinder to overheat too soon.

Pros
  • None worth mentioning.
Cons
  • Weak power and inferior plastic components.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Makita is the best

I have three of these. I started using one with a flip disk on it. Then my Dewalt grinder died and I replaced it with another one of these Makitas. I bought a Harbor Freight grinder to save some money and put a spoke wheel on it and it took a week. (Easier to manufacture if you don't have to change wheels every time and only have one grinder for the task - cutting/grinding/serrated washer/wire wheel. Went through another burnt HF grinder and got a Milwaukee. This one died and I have just bought

Pros
  • 7.5 amp motor delivers 10,000 rpm no load
Cons
  • No manual

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Household essential / grinding or spoked wheel

I do body work for a living (30+ years). If you use a grinder every day, I recommend air tools. Yes, in everyday use, power tools wear out faster than air tools because they run hotter and have sealed bearings. Air tools are not only air-cooled, but also lubricated with oil before use, as it should be. If you don't have a compressor, then this is a good grinder for a number of reasons. I bought this for grinding welds as I can put more pressure on it without slowing it down like air grindersโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Labyrinth design seals and protects pinion and bearings from contamination and extends tool life
Cons
  • Not sure