M18 FUEL, 4-1/2" / 5" Grinder Paddle Switch, No-Lock
Features
- POWERSTATE, Brushless Motor: Purposely built for the M18 FUEL, 4-1/2" / 5" Angle Grinder delivers 8,500 RPM to provide the power to complete the toughest grinding and cutting applications.
- REDLINK PLUS Intelligence: Most advanced system of electronics in the industry, enabling communication between batteries and tools, allowing for unmatched levels of performance, protection, and compatibility.
- Paddle Switch Design for Increased Comfort and Ease-Of-Use when Operating in Various Positions
- Tool-Free Guard Adjustment for faster guard installations and adjustments
- 5/8"-11 Spindle for Use with Common Grinding Accessories
- Electronic Clutch for Kickback Protection
- Compatible with all M18 batteries
- Anti-Vibration Side Handle for Increased User Comfort and Safety
- Overload Protection to Maximize Motor Life
- REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT Battery Pack (Not Included): Provides 50% more power and runs 50% cooler versus standard REDLITHIUM Battery. Superior pack construction, electronics and performance deliver more work per charge and more work over pack lifespan than any battery on the market.
- Tool-Free Accessory Changes with Integrated FIXTEC Nut Technology
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Switch
- Department:
- Electrical
Milwaukee 2880-20 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the Milwaukee 2880-20 M18 FUEL grinder come with a battery and charger?
No. The 2880-20 is the bare tool only. The REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT battery pack is not included, so you'll need to supply an M18 pack and charger. It runs on any M18 battery, so if you already have M18 packs on the truck you're set.
2) What size grinding wheels and discs fit the Milwaukee 2880-20?
It takes 4-1/2 inch and 5 inch wheels, and the spindle is a 5/8 inch-11 thread, which is the standard thread on common grinding and cut-off accessories. The integrated FIXTEC nut lets you swap discs without a wrench.
3) Is the Milwaukee 2880-20 a paddle switch or a slide switch grinder, and does the paddle lock on?
Paddle switch, no-lock. The paddle has to be held down for the tool to run, so it stops the moment you release it. If your site or jobsite safety policy requires a lock-off or dead-man switch, this is the version that satisfies it. Buyers who want a switch that stays on for long grinding runs should look at a lock-on variant instead.
4) How fast does the M18 FUEL 4-1/2 inch / 5 inch angle grinder spin?
8,500 RPM, driven by the POWERSTATE brushless motor. That's the free speed the tool is built around for cutting and grinding, and it's the number to check your wheels against before mounting them, since every abrasive disc carries a maximum safe RPM rating.
5) What protects the operator if the wheel binds or kicks back on this Milwaukee grinder?
There's an electronic clutch for kickback protection, which cuts drive when the wheel grabs. On top of that, REDLINK PLUS intelligence and overload protection guard the motor from burnout, and the anti-vibration side handle gives you a second point of control. The no-lock paddle also means the tool dies as soon as you let go.
6) Will the 2880-20 work with older M18 batteries, or do I need HIGH OUTPUT packs?
Any M18 battery will run it. HIGH OUTPUT REDLITHIUM packs are what Milwaukee pairs it with (50 percent more power and running 50 percent cooler than a standard REDLITHIUM pack), but older M18 packs are compatible, you just get less work per charge.
7) Can I change the guard position on the 2880-20 without tools?
Yes. Guard adjustment is tool-free, so you can rotate or pull the guard for a cut-off setup or a different working angle without hunting for a wrench. Accessory changes are tool-free too, through the FIXTEC nut.
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Does the Milwaukee 2880-20 come with a warranty?
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