I have a few of them and love them. Call me lazy but I hate stopping to change between different discs so I just dedicate each one to a different disc then I can just grab a different grinder for whatever the task calls for. The convenience is hard to beat.
Oh hell yeah!!! These Milwaukee grinders are great! Mine lasted almost 14 months. Called Milwaukee and they told me to send it in and it would be $162 to diagnose it and then all repair costs on top of that!!! Aint that wonderful? You couldnt write me a big enough check to spend another dime with Milwaukee. Also have one of their cordless drills with a keyless chuck. The part they dont tell you is the fact you have to keep a pair of channel locks with you to tighten the chuck otherwise the bit will fall out over and over and over till you do.
@@projectpinehills I switched to Flex for the drill and grinder both and no more issues. Rest assured, the only Milwaukee tools I have are the ones that havent failed yet. But as they do, they wont be replaced with another Milwaukee.
Thank you, I hoped it would help folks out. The only thing I still sometimes think about is paddle switch vs a slide switch. I did decide to get a variable speed grinder, it’s worth the extra money. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video. I have been contemplating buying of these one as Home Depot has a promotion on for a free battery. Looking to replace my corded mastercraft 4.5", every time I go to use it I find I am just at the end of reach of the cord, so annoying. I have lots of other cordless Milwaukee m18 and m12 stuff already.
Thanks. The only thing I’d consider now is the on/off switch type. You could argue that the black toggle switch type on this grinder is a better switch. Thanks for watching!
@@projectpinehills Thanks for the heads up. I got the variable speed with the paddle switch, but haven't used it yet, so I'll have to think about the toggle switch. I have an old corded Milwaukee with a toggle switch, and figured the paddle switch would be a little safer to use, but I could see the paddle switch being inconvenient for certain tasks.
I’m considering purchasing for cutting stress joints in concrete slab for my small one-car garage. Would you recommend this product or should I opt for a corded grinder with variable speed? I think a concrete saw is more than I need for my small project and I don’t need anything commercial grade. I already have a circular saw with masonry diamond blade. I already own a couple M18 batteries. The slab was poured a long time ago without stress joints or drainage. The main reason I want an angle grinder is to do other projects like sharpening blades, removing rust, polishing/buffing. I would also like a cordless grinder so I can use it on parts of my property with no power supply. Just my preference, but would like some advice before I make a purchase. I wouldn’t explicitly use it for masonry. I need an angle grinder any way as they’re versatile tools to have around.
I’d buy a variable speed grinder no matter what you do with the concrete. Seems like a concrete saw would be better for that job… any chance of renting or borrowing one?
@@projectpinehills yes I could rent one easily from one of the hardware stores in town. Wouldn’t need one for than a half a day. I was just looking for an excuse to get the angle grinder, which I think I’ll do any way.
What's strange is I bought this model you're reviewing today. They must have upgraded this model because it does have rapid stop now.. Even said it on the box. I figured the box was a standard box for all grinders..
Just picked up one today and yup , rapid stop is included. It is a change since this review of the 2880-20 because it now has "Rapid Stop" written on the back of the grinder.
I updated the video description after publishing it to state that it does include RapidStop. It does not have AUTOSTOP. I ultimately opted for a variable speed grinder so that I could slow it down when using a wire wheel and not have it throwing wires into you that fly off. Thanks for watching!
Thanks, I returned this angle grinder for one with variable speed. Very important to have variable speed for things like wire cup. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍
QUESTION- I went to my local hardware store and they had TWO grinders with the same part number 2880-20. The only difference is one had rapid stop and one did not. WHICH IS THE NEWER MODEL? Thank you!
I think the one with rapid stop. I suggest getting one with variable speed too for when using a wire wheel or cup. Keeps the wires from flying into you.
My M18 grinder overheats QUICK and takes at least 30 minutes to work again.. I'm wondering if I got a defective unit because honestly its a joke and I've good luck with all my other Milwaukee tools. I can't even slightly sharpen one mower blade without it overheating. This is with a full 5 amp battery that still mostly charged but the tool shuts off.
That doesn’t sound normal to me. Make sure the air screen is free of debris. Thanks for watching. I did return this one in for the variable speed version.
I am a plumber ... Shit grinder I had 4 in 2 years on all of them the triger brock ( don't get me started on the shite m18 batteries over 10 died in 2 years)... Now Milwaukee says that they don't replace it anymore as I haven't registered the last replacement for warranty... I will sell all my 12 power tools Milwaukee and go back to makita (biggest mistake I ever did was moving from makita to Milwaukee DIYer tools )
What about the chuck on fuel drills! Drill a 32 mm hole in a 2" joint and it somehow managed to bend so when drilling now a 2mm hole i's snapping the bit as it wobble like crazy ( they always come undone for no reason, they jammed up, constantly need lubrication
I've bookmarked this video, and refer to it every time I have to remove and reinstall the guard. GREAT, and HELPFUL video! Subscribed.
I’m glad you found it helpful and thanks for subscribing! 👍
I have a few of them and love them. Call me lazy but I hate stopping to change between different discs so I just dedicate each one to a different disc then I can just grab a different grinder for whatever the task calls for. The convenience is hard to beat.
That's a great idea, makes it much faster to keep moving and all the more reason to get them on sale!
I've watched 3 other videos for this type of breaking grinder and this is by far the best one. Ty
Wow thx! I ultimately went with a variable speed version of the grinder. 👍
Oh hell yeah!!! These Milwaukee grinders are great! Mine lasted almost 14 months. Called Milwaukee and they told me to send it in and it would be $162 to diagnose it and then all repair costs on top of that!!! Aint that wonderful? You couldnt write me a big enough check to spend another dime with Milwaukee. Also have one of their cordless drills with a keyless chuck. The part they dont tell you is the fact you have to keep a pair of channel locks with you to tighten the chuck otherwise the bit will fall out over and over and over till you do.
Sorry to hear about that. Have you had better luck with another brand? Thanks for watching!
@@projectpinehills I switched to Flex for the drill and grinder both and no more issues. Rest assured, the only Milwaukee tools I have are the ones that havent failed yet. But as they do, they wont be replaced with another Milwaukee.
You can tell the guy in this video is a good trainer/coach.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the vid, helps a grinder novice like myself become familiar with my new tool
Thank you, I hoped it would help folks out. The only thing I still sometimes think about is paddle switch vs a slide switch. I did decide to get a variable speed grinder, it’s worth the extra money. Thanks for watching!
Demonstration on setting up was very helpful
Thanks for the feedback. Always something new to learn. Thanks for watching! 👍
Thanks for the video. I have been contemplating buying of these one as Home Depot has a promotion on for a free battery. Looking to replace my corded mastercraft 4.5", every time I go to use it I find I am just at the end of reach of the cord, so annoying. I have lots of other cordless Milwaukee m18 and m12 stuff already.
I ultimately went with one with a variable speed to use with a wire wheel. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching! 👍
they have a crazy deal on this grinder right now
Nice. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for reviewing this. I just ordered one.
Thanks. The only thing I’d consider now is the on/off switch type. You could argue that the black toggle switch type on this grinder is a better switch. Thanks for watching!
@@projectpinehills Thanks for the heads up. I got the variable speed with the paddle switch, but haven't used it yet, so I'll have to think about the toggle switch. I have an old corded Milwaukee with a toggle switch, and figured the paddle switch would be a little safer to use, but I could see the paddle switch being inconvenient for certain tasks.
Paddle switch is safer. Thats what I reasoned. Thanks for watching!
I recently could have bought any angle grinder I wanted. I settled on the Makita paddle switch x-lock. 18v after studying half a dozen tests
X-lock is a nice system. Thanks!
Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Nice sale going on at Ace Hardware for this bare tool and a 5AH battery for $199. The battery alone is usually like $159.
Thanks for posting! 👍
I’m considering purchasing for cutting stress joints in concrete slab for my small one-car garage. Would you recommend this product or should I opt for a corded grinder with variable speed? I think a concrete saw is more than I need for my small project and I don’t need anything commercial grade. I already have a circular saw with masonry diamond blade. I already own a couple M18 batteries. The slab was poured a long time ago without stress joints or drainage. The main reason I want an angle grinder is to do other projects like sharpening blades, removing rust, polishing/buffing. I would also like a cordless grinder so I can use it on parts of my property with no power supply. Just my preference, but would like some advice before I make a purchase. I wouldn’t explicitly use it for masonry. I need an angle grinder any way as they’re versatile tools to have around.
I’d buy a variable speed grinder no matter what you do with the concrete. Seems like a concrete saw would be better for that job… any chance of renting or borrowing one?
@@projectpinehills yes I could rent one easily from one of the hardware stores in town. Wouldn’t need one for than a half a day. I was just looking for an excuse to get the angle grinder, which I think I’ll do any way.
What's strange is I bought this model you're reviewing today. They must have upgraded this model because it does have rapid stop now.. Even said it on the box. I figured the box was a standard box for all grinders..
That’s interesting. I traded it in for one that has a variable speed for use with a wire wheel. Keeps the wire from becoming projectiles. Thanks!
Just picked up one today and yup , rapid stop is included. It is a change since this review of the 2880-20 because it now has "Rapid Stop" written on the back of the grinder.
I was probably wrong, it does have it. Variable speed was what I was after. Thanks for watching!
I have this model and it comes with rapid stop.
You are right! I did end up going with a variable speed grinder, the 2980-20. Thanks for watching!
When I look at Home Depot site info the Milwaukee info they have shows this does have rapid stop but your video is 2 yrs ago so maybe they change it
I updated the video description after publishing it to state that it does include RapidStop. It does not have AUTOSTOP. I ultimately opted for a variable speed grinder so that I could slow it down when using a wire wheel and not have it throwing wires into you that fly off. Thanks for watching!
Just picked this up with a deal involving a forge battery lol hadn't used it yet though mine says auto stop on it though.
Thanks, I returned this angle grinder for one with variable speed. Very important to have variable speed for things like wire cup. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍
The type 1 plastic cut off guard is for type 1 wheels the flat ones the type 27 is for the raised wheels type 27 wheels
Thanks and thank you for watching!
QUESTION- I went to my local hardware store and they had TWO grinders with the same part number 2880-20. The only difference is one had rapid stop and one did not. WHICH IS THE NEWER MODEL? Thank you!
I think the one with rapid stop. I suggest getting one with variable speed too for when using a wire wheel or cup. Keeps the wires from flying into you.
Best grinder? Did you try the dcg418?
No, but I’ll check it out!
My M18 grinder overheats QUICK and takes at least 30 minutes to work again.. I'm wondering if I got a defective unit because honestly its a joke and I've good luck with all my other Milwaukee tools. I can't even slightly sharpen one mower blade without it overheating. This is with a full 5 amp battery that still mostly charged but the tool shuts off.
That doesn’t sound normal to me. Make sure the air screen is free of debris. Thanks for watching. I did return this one in for the variable speed version.
This grinder will destroy that battery.
I own this same model...
Right, battery was just for illustration
I am a plumber ... Shit grinder I had 4 in 2 years on all of them the triger brock ( don't get me started on the shite m18 batteries over 10 died in 2 years)... Now Milwaukee says that they don't replace it anymore as I haven't registered the last replacement for warranty... I will sell all my 12 power tools Milwaukee and go back to makita (biggest mistake I ever did was moving from makita to Milwaukee DIYer tools )
Why did you move from Mikita? Seems like you’d try Milwaukee first before moving to it completely. Thanks for commenting!
Must he your had luck? I've had mine for almost 3 years with no problems
I love Milwaukee. They make some of the most durable high quality tools on the market. Never had an issue with any of them.
What about the chuck on fuel drills! Drill a 32 mm hole in a 2" joint and it somehow managed to bend so when drilling now a 2mm hole i's snapping the bit as it wobble like crazy ( they always come undone for no reason, they jammed up, constantly need lubrication
What happens when you dont take care of your tools dont matter the brand
So running a 7/8 on the flange are there any negatives to this? Compared to a 5/8 arbor?
No negatives. Thanks for watching!