Description of πͺ Makita XDG01Z Lithium Ion Cordless Grinder: Cutting-Edge Power and Portability
Compact barrel grip design and weighs only 4.4 lbs. for easy handling. Slide switch with lock-on for operator convenience. Vent slots designed to direct exhaust air away from the user. L.E.D. light flashes red when it is time to recharge the battery. Built-in L.E.D. protection circuit with over-torque control protects the motor.
Wish it had a speed controller like the mains powered model. Single speed eliminates the possibility of using wire wheels of different grinding wheels/drums. Still great if I need a straight grinder 200ft from a shop that doesn't have cords or air hoses it will definitely find a use.
Pros
LED flashes red when it's time to charge the battery
Single speed only but enough power. One catch is that it's not a 1/4" grinder, it's a 6mm. This isn't a huge problem as most burrs and grinders have a 6mm shank, but can be a problem if you use an existing one Have a 1/4" tool as the collet doesn't accept shanks that size. I've used this grinder mostly. for hassle free deburring and spot grinding on weldments. I didn't find the batteries drained as quickly as I thought and use them interchangeably with one corded straight grinder (although theβ¦
Pros
Compact barrel handle design and only 4.4lbs weight for easy handling
At first I had doubts about buying this product. I mainly use it for grinding welds in tight spots that I can't reach with an angle grinder. I have a Metabo compact straight grinder, but I can't get to the weld seams with it. I was concerned about performance and battery life. I used this tool extensively yesterday and today on a complex assembly with multiple intersections and bottlenecks with curved surfaces. It was difficult to weld. This tool works well - it has the power to grind welds and