Angle Grinder Picks and Matchups
Makita 9557PBX1 Review
Makita 9557PBX1 review: check the 7.5 amp motor, 11,000 rpm speed, paddle switch and kit contents, plus when the 7-inch GA7021 makes more sense.
Pick the right angle grinder for the job in your garage
Plain picks and side-by-side matchups for angle grinders from DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita and Bosch, plus bench and die grinders, sanders and rotary tools. Start with a roundup, a model matchup or a how-to.
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Angle Grinder Picks and MatchupsAngle Grinder Paddle Switch vs Slide Switch: Which Is Safer?
Angle grinder paddle switch vs slide switch: how each one shuts off, which is safer for most work, and the grinders we would pick for each switch type.
Discs, Safety and How-ToHow to Use a Flap Disc on an Angle Grinder
How to use a flap disc on angle grinder safely: mount it right, set the angle, control speed and pressure, and finish a clean surface without burning the metal.
Angle Grinder Picks and MatchupsBest Mini Cordless Angle Grinders: How to Choose
How to choose the best mini angle grinder cordless pick: compare voltage, wheel size, speed, batteries and guards for cutting metal, tile and pipe.
Discs, Safety and How-ToAngle Grinder Discs: Cutting, Grinding and Flap Types
Compare angle grinder discs for cutting, grinding, and finishing metal or wood. Learn how to choose the right shape, grit, fit, and speed rating.
Discs, Safety and How-ToAngle Grinder Parts Explained: Guard, Spindle Lock, Handle
Learn how angle grinder parts fit together, what to check before use, and which guard, handle, switch, spindle, and wheel features suit your work.
Discs, Safety and How-ToAngle Grinder Safety: Guard, Gear and Kickback
Learn angle grinder safety basics: use the right guard and disc, wear eye, face, hearing and breathing protection, and reduce kickback risks.
- Discs, Safety and How-To
Angle Grinder Sizes Compared
Compare angle grinder sizes from 4.5 to 9 inches, learn who each size suits, and choose a wheel for your projects, workspace and cutting needs.
- Angle Grinder Picks and Matchups
Angle Grinder vs Die Grinder: Which Do You Need?
Angle grinder vs die grinder: compare disc size, access, power and control, then choose the grinder that fits your cutting, grinding and polishing work.