I had a lot of old pipes and rebar to cut up and from what I read ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxPDBfLu68o58Aw85O_J-zIFfjJARBhp-3 this would be the tool for the job. Since I had never used one, I watched a couple of youtube videos and I'm so glad I did. Some really good safety tips, which I followed, and this tool did a splendid job. One good thing to know is the weight of the tool puts just about the right amount of pressure on the metal I was cutting, so I didn't have to use a lot of pressure, which is more likely to jam the tool. It made fast work of my job.
Thank you so much have been taking bits out of this tool by smacking it with the wrench ever since I got it, at least a year now. Had no idea that's the way it's supposed to be done. Makes it so much easier, can't thank you enough.
I’m so glad I watched this. I just bought one and was going to take it back until I saw this. I actually like it. Almost works as a safety feature.! Thank you !
Hello! I also have a 2485 grinder and had problems getting a tool out of it. I watched your video and understood how to do it. I don’t understand English, but you showed everything clearly. Thank you very much!
Helped me figure it out finally after thinking I had wrong attachments. My collet was inside neck and I had to gently pull out with pliers the first time I used. Thx !!!
I'm glad you posted this. I haven't had to change mine yet because I mostly only use Rotoloc pads on the bit. But one day I will need to change it. Thanks.
When i got this i noticed it the first time i was putting on the 3m 2” quick attachment. Figured i just needed to lose it more and i did. I didnt think this was a big problem or a mystery.
It's probably because you used some thought-processing to think through it. I just throw my hands in the air and run around like a crazy man when these things happen. Seriously though, thanks for watching and thanks for the reply.
@@Shoptoolreviews I just bought one of these and immediately recognized that the collet is the same style as an ER collet that is very common for holding milling cutters. The collet in the air die grinder is more like what machinists call a 5C collet. Here's a link to Joe Pieczynski explaining collets. At about 11:00 he explains how ER collets work and why you MUST clip the collet into the nut. ua-cam.com/video/7ENSGgeiOVI/v-deo.html
@@PDPIE1029 The collets in my die grinder are certainly based on the ER design but I don't believe they are a specific ER. They might be but there's nothing in the documentation.
Here's a link to Joe Pieczynski explaining collets. At about 11:00 he explains how ER collets work and why you MUST clip the collet into the nut. ua-cam.com/video/7ENSGgeiOVI/v-deo.html
Has any one managed to find the part number for the true 1/4 collet so I can replace my 6mm on my 90 degree die grinder so I can finally use all by accessories? All a 1/8 adaptor would be very helpful CHEERS
Ok, I'm sure I'm going to repeat what 194 other people have said, but I will admit even at the risk of getting my man card pulled... I even read the directions and I'll be damned but Milwakee did not even mention this in the paperwork at all! Like others have said, I love this tool even more now that I can get the bit out to use a different one. Thanks for the video
I figured the collet out But the thing keeps shutting itself down to grind a little bit and it shuts off grade a little bit it shuts off what’s up with that
Also you should mention that milwaukee has started putting the tool cut out level so low there tools are almost usless and you need to reset the trigger over and over if you put the slightest load on them total pos buy dewalt or I will even go as far as recomending Ryobi or even harbor freight over any newer Milwaukee
@@Shoptoolreviews Wow... I'll be damned! That was exactly my problem because the nut never got tight on the way off... plus it didn't screw on enough it seemed.😂 Thanks and that's why I'm subscribed to your channel! 🙂👍
Yep, but many people have this same issue. It's a little understandable since this type of tool has been around for decades and users are used to the same ole mechanism.
@@Shoptoolreviews Thats no excuse, people were really unable to undo it and complaining when it takes the grip of a small child to undo it just that tiny extra bit lol. I cant understand how people gave up straight away before even turning the damn thing one more turn. It really was that simplistic but people couldnt fathom it?
Not at all hard to understand if you consider many users have been using die grinders for decades and never encountered this feature before. And the fact that it isn't really covered in the operators manual.
@@Shoptoolreviews First time I had encountered one, was pretty obvious to me, but put a 100 stone gorilla on the case with an hammer and you can expect nuts to be cracked.
@@Shoptoolreviews Thanks for the review btw, Was going to get the straight one, but it looks uncomfortable, so trying to decide between the M18's power vs. the compact M12 right angle, I bet with the new high demand M12 batteries, you wont have any stopping problems, but I cant find them, rare as hens teeth in the UK.
It's definitely not a high performance tool, but it's very useful. It's not exactly a replacement for every pneumatic die grinder. Thanks for watching.
It's not a pain to do it, it is the fact that Milwaukee did not explain how to remove it in the manual is what I have an issue with. I had the same problem when I bought it almost 2 years ago, always went with the corded because I did not feel like wasting time trying to remove the bit. This works, thanks. Milwaukee should compensate you or the very least personally thank you.
Not to be "that guy" but it isn't mentioned in the manual because if you buy this tool you're expected to know how to use it. I get that not everyone does, but if that's the case get an air angle grinder
@@gojiman1649If you can get that not everyone already knows how to use a tool before buying it, why can't you agree that the instruction manual is the best place to explain it? There aren't many features in this tool, and a single page with some basic IKEA-style illustrations would go a long way. They don't need to teach you how to grind down welds or cut off plastic flashing, sure, but what is the harm in writing a couple of sentences about a feature that clearly isn't obvious to everyone?
OHHHH MYYYYYYY GODDDDDDDDDD.. this whole time I’ve been having the worsttttt time getting bits out of this thing, now that I just learned that this I like my new favorite tool again, I used to HATE changing the bits in that thing LOL
This is actually a feature that a lot of CNC machine tools have. IMO it helps fine tune how much bit or accessory you want or need inserted in the tool.
Oh my gosh! You completely saved us! This is our second tool since we thought there was something very wrong with the first one and took it back and replaced it. Then when this one did the same thing we were mortified! Thank you soooo much for this video! We love Milwaukee tools and we were sad we might have to despise one, but nope! Thanks to you!
The Milwaukee collet is actually a better design. Not unique to Milwaukee tools however. It's used in commercial NC tool holders for better grip and more importantly better concentricity to the tool spindle. The longer taper fingers don't let go even with taping cross ways (which is bad for precision spindles) so the positive extraction feature is needed. Sometimes faster is not better.
Correct, this is a great design; however, many people just don't know about it. Especially those that have used air grinders for decades, so they assume they know everything (me included). It's just a different design and we wanted to educate others out there. Thanks for watching.
I was literally ready to return this damn thing until I watched this video. Thanks for the info. I have been an Journeyman Electrician/Machine Repairman for almost 30 years and this little collet stumped me!!!! #feelinglikeajackass
Dear DeWalt: WHERE is OUR DeWalt Cordless Right Angle Die Grinder & our Cordless Soldering Iron?!? I am so close to selling my THOUSANDS of $$$ of DeWalt cordless tools & going with Milwaukee because you are LAGGING...
THOSE COLLETS ARE WONDERFUL and a PROFESSIONAL feature common to the glorious 5196 Milwaukee beloved of the welding industry. That would be why Milwaukee didn't explain it because they just assumed. I carry two open end wrenches on a small carabiner in my abrasive bucket. I subscribed because you deserve support for mentioning it. Once broken free if the shaft of your attachment sticks tapping it towards the tool will become second nature. I maintained a fleet of the 5196 and bought two for myself (they're so tough I buy 5196 used). Those collect kick ass and are much better than a chuck. Check the part number as it may match 5196 parts worth knowing if you get one. Now if only Milwaukee would offer a cordless 5196...
Ok but what about when the nut just comes off the entire piece? Then what. The nut itself is sitting above the collet, so its never below to pop it free. Right now I got a burr bit stuck in the tool and the collet and its refusing to come out, and the nut is already off completely (since the burr bit is tiny, the nut simply slides over), can't tighten it anymore to get the nut back on to pass the lip of the collet.
What about all the poor reviews on Milwaukee tool website stating the tool continuously shuts off and stops under the slightest of loads? There are hundreds of these complaints going back over two years and apparently Milwaukee hasn’t solved the problem because there are new complaints posted recently...!
This tool is not made for every job that a pneumatic die grinder does. Also, it's not for every user either. I try to cover this in my review of this tool. At the same time, we use this tool all the time in the shop. It's very useful, but it's for lighter work. Thanks for watching.
Its the same collet used on routers its a safety thing. It keeps the bit from flying out if the collet comes into contact with something enough to break the initial torque of it loose.
Correct, they have been used on routers and in the woodworking world for years. It's just not something most of the die grinder users have seen until now. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I thought surely Milwaukee must have put this info in the manual, so I checked. Unbelievably, they failed to put the accessory removal procedure in the manual! All it says is: "Reverse the procedure when removing the accessory." I just got mine and its apparently the only one ever made with a floppy paddle lever. In other words, it flops a good 1/2" away from the power switch instead of staying in contact with it like every other one I've ever seen. I think maybe the roll pin is too small and not creating enough friction. I'll see if I have one slightly bigger in diameter to punch in there.
Based on the title, I first thought this video would discuss the "cut-out under load" problem. After watching this video, it quickly dawned on me this is another issue entirely. Had to laugh out loud, though, because this "mystery" is exactly how the collets on both of my Makita Die Grinders work (GD0800C and 810C low rpm). At least Makita states this in their manual. Milwaukee just needs to highlight this in their manual. Thanks for the laughs!
Tools garbage has no power at all damn I'm hot had to pull out the big boy they shouldn't of named it a fuel PERIOD it doesn't have the rights for a fuel name at all
It's definitely a precision tool and not made for heavy work. We find that it works great for gasket removal and small rust prep for bodywork. What uses are you finding problems with? Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews rust removal on rotors all rust removal it just doesn't have the power and it shouldn't have the fuel name plus it's a brushless motor PERIOD this thing should be doing work baby u fellas come on it should have the power ....its so laughable that this thing doesn't even have the power of a brushed hand drill it's to weak to consider it.....first of all a FUEL second its BRUSHLESS needs more power I have both the right angle grinder and the straight die grinder both of them just needs alot more power maybe I got bad tools maybe it's bad programming for the BRUSHLESS motors I dont now all I no is I needs well we need more power....don't get me wrong it's a bad ass tool but for my shop it's a bust...I feel like its not for the pro more like a beginner tool .....
I don't get why people use the die grinder for sanding. Ok, you can get the milwakee sander/polishing tool for using sand paper and brillo, then use the die grinder for burrs. Unless you want the extra RPM, IMO the polisher tool is 'beefier' for 'pushing'.
OMG this is a life saver! Got this tool about a month ago & had a hellva time the collet. I knew it was an operator error - couldn't figure it out. Never seen or had a grinder with this release functionality / design. Thanks much!
@@Shoptoolreviews I understand now watching your video and I wish I watched it before I installed it in 2 pieces and not one !! So how do you fix this issue? When I loosen it the first time there is no second chance, the nut just continues to spin off completely leaving the accessory stuck in the collet. Please help me???
This feature is not new it dates back to the wired rotary grinders which had the same collets. Freud has used it fro years on their routers. Great advice I am glad you made this video helpful for everyone
You are correct, it has been around for quite some time, but not many have landed in the small air die grinders. Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching.
Holy crap! You have saved me so much frustration. Thank you for posting this and taking time to explain it without trying to make us feel stupid for not knowing better. They don't explain it in the manual. It just says "to disassemble, use a rod to push the collet out of the nut."
@@Jenuin well I gotta say I've been beatin the hell out of this thing using it on grinding metal,sanding off rust,cleaning car rims,and much more,and this thing is a beast. Strongly recommend it. It ain't gonna last more than 5 minutes unless u have a 6.0 or a 4.0 battery tho
My issue is that I can’t fit any 1/4” burr in mine. Chose the straight die grinder over a Snap On air die grinder and I can’t fit a got damn 1/4” shaft burr in it.
wow, it stuck. I don't know, why don't I just turn it more. Oh wow it worked. Why do people not try to turn it more before they say the tool is broken.
Man all the milwaukee fans at work do t even know this and they think they know it all....well I got it now I knew something was wrong with the way I was doing it. Thanks
Thanks for the explanation! I’ll share this with those I know that use this tool. It’s been a great tool but it’s been frustrating changing bits. This explanation is much appreciated!
I just bought this tool but I can’t for the life of me figure out what size shank fits in the damn thing. I’ve tried 1/4 and 1/8 nothing fits! I haven’t even used the damn thing yet 🤬
I've had this sucker in vice so many times. Just tried this- keep turning and comes right out. It hangs up when threading the collet out and I thought it was out but you can keep going pass that point. Back to the top of my most useful tool list. Thanks a ton, I was going to order 2 more so I could keep tools on. Not now. Subscribed
Don't worry, you're not alone. Yeah, that second hard spot is where the collet is actually releasing. They've used this type of collets on routers for years. Glad it worked out for you.
My m12 die grinder keeps shutting off when I put it under any kind of load. Are you hearing other people experiencing this problem?.... At first I thought it was the battery but I tried several different fully charged batteries in it and it would do the same thing every time.
I had a lot of old pipes and rebar to cut up and from what I read ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxPDBfLu68o58Aw85O_J-zIFfjJARBhp-3 this would be the tool for the job. Since I had never used one, I watched a couple of youtube videos and I'm so glad I did. Some really good safety tips, which I followed, and this tool did a splendid job. One good thing to know is the weight of the tool puts just about the right amount of pressure on the metal I was cutting, so I didn't have to use a lot of pressure, which is more likely to jam the tool. It made fast work of my job.
Thank you so much have been taking bits out of this tool by smacking it with the wrench ever since I got it, at least a year now. Had no idea that's the way it's supposed to be done. Makes it so much easier, can't thank you enough.
I’m so glad I watched this. I just bought one and was going to take it back until I saw this. I actually like it. Almost works as a safety feature.! Thank you !
Glad it helped you. Thanks for letting us know.
That collet looks very similar to an ER collet that you’d find on a serious machine tool. I like seeing the details of why Milwaukee tools cost more.
Same here
Hello! I also have a 2485 grinder and had problems getting a tool out of it. I watched your video and understood how to do it. I don’t understand English, but you showed everything clearly. Thank you very much!
Thank you for watching. I'm so glad this helped you.
Helped me figure it out finally after thinking I had wrong attachments. My collet was inside neck and I had to gently pull out with pliers the first time I used. Thx !!!
So glad it helped.
I'm glad you posted this. I haven't had to change mine yet because I mostly only use Rotoloc pads on the bit. But one day I will need to change it. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
When i got this i noticed it the first time i was putting on the 3m 2” quick attachment. Figured i just needed to lose it more and i did. I didnt think this was a big problem or a mystery.
It's probably because you used some thought-processing to think through it. I just throw my hands in the air and run around like a crazy man when these things happen. Seriously though, thanks for watching and thanks for the reply.
@@Shoptoolreviews I just bought one of these and immediately recognized that the collet is the same style as an ER collet that is very common for holding milling cutters. The collet in the air die grinder is more like what machinists call a 5C collet.
Here's a link to Joe Pieczynski explaining collets. At about 11:00 he explains how ER collets work and why you MUST clip the collet into the nut.
ua-cam.com/video/7ENSGgeiOVI/v-deo.html
@@tonywilson4713 Same here dude. It’s not an unfamiliar thing for us machinists.
@@PDPIE1029 The collets in my die grinder are certainly based on the ER design but I don't believe they are a specific ER. They might be but there's nothing in the documentation.
Lol me too
Wow, I thought there was something wrong with the tool itself and was planning on returning it until I found your video. Thanks!
Awesome, so glad it helped. Thanks for letting us know.
Been there tore mine up luckily i got it off the tool truck so i got a new one ..figured it out after that
You just solved the one issue I had with this tool thanks a million
there is another problem IN UK we get 6mm and 8MM collets, most of shafted stuff is USA 1/4 thats 6.35mm only a little but a interferance fit
You have to snap the collet in the nut before putting the collet in the die grinder. That’s the key.
Thanks for the share. I never read the instructions and would have damaged the tool trying to remove the the bit.
Glad I could help. You are just like us, and many others, so don't feel bad. Thanks for watching.
Machine shop guys have no trouble with this. Just like an ER collet or Double-Angle Collet.
Correct, machine shop and woodworkers typically understand these, but many thousands of others do not. Thanks for watching.
Here's a link to Joe Pieczynski explaining collets. At about 11:00 he explains how ER collets work and why you MUST clip the collet into the nut.
ua-cam.com/video/7ENSGgeiOVI/v-deo.html
Has any one managed to find the part number for the true 1/4 collet so I can replace my 6mm on my 90 degree die grinder so I can finally use all by accessories?
All a 1/8 adaptor would be very helpful
CHEERS
Thanks man. Wish I searched this sooner.
so happy I saw this video because I just got mine in the mail
Awesome, glad you saw this first. Let us know what you think of it. Thanks for watching.
These are the same style collets I had in my porter cable routers 30 yrs ago.
Ok, I'm sure I'm going to repeat what 194 other people have said, but I will admit even at the risk of getting my man card pulled... I even read the directions and I'll be damned but Milwakee did not even mention this in the paperwork at all! Like others have said, I love this tool even more now that I can get the bit out to use a different one. Thanks for the video
Tim,Sir , on the background ,on your rright side , grey tools , what brand is it?
Great to know. Thank you so much for sharing!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the explanation!!
I know this video is old now but come on people, I never read the instructions and I figure this out the first time I needed to change the bit
Thank you
I figured the collet out But the thing keeps shutting itself down to grind a little bit and it shuts off grade a little bit it shuts off what’s up with that
Holy cow lol. Thank you man. Subscribed
Thanks for the sub! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
so the collet chuck is actually a collet chuck and not a pin vise? who would have thought
thanks
Between the stuck attachments and the cutting out under load I returned mine, never to buy another one.. until now
Lol. Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope you have a better experience now.
Thank You 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😛😮
Not a pain at all, seems bloody good to me.
Also you should mention that milwaukee has started putting the tool cut out level so low there tools are almost usless and you need to reset the trigger over and over if you put the slightest load on them total pos buy dewalt or I will even go as far as recomending Ryobi or even harbor freight over any newer Milwaukee
The nut on mine doesn't screw on that far with a buffing wheel installed 🤔
Take the accessory and the nut completely off, and the cone. The cone should snap and lock into the nut before installing on the tool.
@@Shoptoolreviews Wow... I'll be damned! That was exactly my problem because the nut never got tight on the way off... plus it didn't screw on enough it seemed.😂 Thanks and that's why I'm subscribed to your channel!
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That's how the er32 collets are for cnc Machines.
That's correct. Thanks for watching.
How stupid can people get? Seriously its that simple
Yep, but many people have this same issue. It's a little understandable since this type of tool has been around for decades and users are used to the same ole mechanism.
@@Shoptoolreviews Thats no excuse, people were really unable to undo it and complaining when it takes the grip of a small child to undo it just that tiny extra bit lol.
I cant understand how people gave up straight away before even turning the damn thing one more turn.
It really was that simplistic but people couldnt fathom it?
@@SH19922x I agree it's hard to soar like an eagle when you're surrounded by turkeys
Not at all hard to understand if you consider many users have been using die grinders for decades and never encountered this feature before. And the fact that it isn't really covered in the operators manual.
@@mikemorgan5015 I worked it out pretty quick
So it’s like a router or cnc collet instead of a crappy Dremel collet? sweet.
You got it. Thanks for watching.
BTW, Thats an attachment THE ACTUAL TOOL is the grinder.........................SMH
I don't think it's in the manual
I believe that it is in the manual, but it's tough to find.
Its the same on their router.
That's correct. That's actually where this feature came from, many of the routers have been using this type of collet for years. Thanks for sharing.
@@Shoptoolreviews First time I had encountered one, was pretty obvious to me, but put a 100 stone gorilla on the case with an hammer and you can expect nuts to be cracked.
@@Shoptoolreviews Thanks for the review btw, Was going to get the straight one, but it looks uncomfortable, so trying to decide between the M18's power vs. the compact M12 right angle, I bet with the new high demand M12 batteries, you wont have any stopping problems, but I cant find them, rare as hens teeth in the UK.
Just security sistem
SAVE MY ASS. THANKS
You have to be smarter than the equipment you are using.
Expensive shit
This tool stalls very easy and is not efficient sorry i bought it
It's definitely not a high performance tool, but it's very useful. It's not exactly a replacement for every pneumatic die grinder. Thanks for watching.
I changed my mind Its awesome
It looks expensive trash.
get to the point!!!
It's not a pain to do it, it is the fact that Milwaukee did not explain how to remove it in the manual is what I have an issue with. I had the same problem when I bought it almost 2 years ago, always went with the corded because I did not feel like wasting time trying to remove the bit. This works, thanks. Milwaukee should compensate you or the very least personally thank you.
I appreciate the kudos. Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
Not to be "that guy" but it isn't mentioned in the manual because if you buy this tool you're expected to know how to use it. I get that not everyone does, but if that's the case get an air angle grinder
@@gojiman1649If you can get that not everyone already knows how to use a tool before buying it, why can't you agree that the instruction manual is the best place to explain it? There aren't many features in this tool, and a single page with some basic IKEA-style illustrations would go a long way. They don't need to teach you how to grind down welds or cut off plastic flashing, sure, but what is the harm in writing a couple of sentences about a feature that clearly isn't obvious to everyone?
OHHHH MYYYYYYY GODDDDDDDDDD.. this whole time I’ve been having the worsttttt time getting bits out of this thing, now that I just learned that this I like my new favorite tool again, I used to HATE changing the bits in that thing LOL
This is actually a feature that a lot of CNC machine tools have. IMO it helps fine tune how much bit or accessory you want or need inserted in the tool.
Yea. Exactly what I thought of.
Oh my gosh! You completely saved us! This is our second tool since we thought there was something very wrong with the first one and took it back and replaced it. Then when this one did the same thing we were mortified! Thank you soooo much for this video! We love Milwaukee tools and we were sad we might have to despise one, but nope! Thanks to you!
Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.
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The Milwaukee collet is actually a better design. Not unique to Milwaukee tools however. It's used in commercial NC tool holders for better grip and more importantly better concentricity to the tool spindle. The longer taper fingers don't let go even with taping cross ways (which is bad for precision spindles) so the positive extraction feature is needed. Sometimes faster is not better.
Correct, this is a great design; however, many people just don't know about it. Especially those that have used air grinders for decades, so they assume they know everything (me included). It's just a different design and we wanted to educate others out there. Thanks for watching.
This is a very well built tool, your higher end routers and industrial die grinders have this design.
I was literally ready to return this damn thing until I watched this video. Thanks for the info. I have been an Journeyman Electrician/Machine Repairman for almost 30 years and this little collet stumped me!!!! #feelinglikeajackass
Dear DeWalt:
WHERE is OUR DeWalt Cordless Right Angle Die Grinder & our Cordless Soldering Iron?!?
I am so close to selling my THOUSANDS of $$$ of DeWalt cordless tools & going with Milwaukee because you are LAGGING...
We would love to see DeWalt kick it into gear as well and start releasing new tools. Thanks for watching.
THOSE COLLETS ARE WONDERFUL and a PROFESSIONAL feature common to the glorious 5196 Milwaukee beloved of the welding industry. That would be why Milwaukee didn't explain it because they just assumed. I carry two open end wrenches on a small carabiner in my abrasive bucket. I subscribed because you deserve support for mentioning it. Once broken free if the shaft of your attachment sticks tapping it towards the tool will become second nature. I maintained a fleet of the 5196 and bought two for myself (they're so tough I buy 5196 used).
Those collect kick ass and are much better than a chuck. Check the part number as it may match 5196 parts worth knowing if you get one. Now if only Milwaukee would offer a cordless 5196...
Ok but what about when the nut just comes off the entire piece? Then what. The nut itself is sitting above the collet, so its never below to pop it free. Right now I got a burr bit stuck in the tool and the collet and its refusing to come out, and the nut is already off completely (since the burr bit is tiny, the nut simply slides over), can't tighten it anymore to get the nut back on to pass the lip of the collet.
I'd use a heat gun to heat it up a bit. Heat and cool it a few cycles and see if that works. Thanks for watching.
What about all the poor reviews on Milwaukee tool website stating the tool continuously shuts off and stops under the slightest of loads? There are hundreds of these complaints going back over two years and apparently Milwaukee hasn’t solved the problem because there are new complaints posted recently...!
This tool is not made for every job that a pneumatic die grinder does. Also, it's not for every user either. I try to cover this in my review of this tool. At the same time, we use this tool all the time in the shop. It's very useful, but it's for lighter work. Thanks for watching.
It was actually very easy to understand when I bought mines. Never had an issue. Some people are just problematic.
Its the same collet used on routers its a safety thing. It keeps the bit from flying out if the collet comes into contact with something enough to break the initial torque of it loose.
Correct, they have been used on routers and in the woodworking world for years. It's just not something most of the die grinder users have seen until now. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I always put a day of lithium grease, thisalways helps and never over tighten
I thought surely Milwaukee must have put this info in the manual, so I checked. Unbelievably, they failed to put the accessory removal procedure in the manual! All it says is: "Reverse the procedure when removing the accessory."
I just got mine and its apparently the only one ever made with a floppy paddle lever. In other words, it flops a good 1/2" away from the power switch instead of staying in contact with it like every other one I've ever seen. I think maybe the roll pin is too small and not creating enough friction. I'll see if I have one slightly bigger in diameter to punch in there.
Based on the title, I first thought this video would discuss the "cut-out under load" problem. After watching this video, it quickly dawned on me this is another issue entirely. Had to laugh out loud, though, because this "mystery" is exactly how the collets on both of my Makita Die Grinders work (GD0800C and 810C low rpm). At least Makita states this in their manual. Milwaukee just needs to highlight this in their manual. Thanks for the laughs!
The shaft is 1/2” the collar is 11/16”. No it’s not a locking type spring loaded unit. Trust at 20,000 RPM you want tight.
Tools garbage has no power at all damn I'm hot had to pull out the big boy they shouldn't of named it a fuel PERIOD it doesn't have the rights for a fuel name at all
It's definitely a precision tool and not made for heavy work. We find that it works great for gasket removal and small rust prep for bodywork. What uses are you finding problems with? Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews rust removal on rotors all rust removal it just doesn't have the power and it shouldn't have the fuel name plus it's a brushless motor PERIOD this thing should be doing work baby u fellas come on it should have the power ....its so laughable that this thing doesn't even have the power of a brushed hand drill it's to weak to consider it.....first of all a FUEL second its BRUSHLESS needs more power I have both the right angle grinder and the straight die grinder both of them just needs alot more power maybe I got bad tools maybe it's bad programming for the BRUSHLESS motors I dont now all I no is I needs well we need more power....don't get me wrong it's a bad ass tool but for my shop it's a bust...I feel like its not for the pro more like a beginner tool .....
I hate mine! Gutless!
Why not electric? Batteries suck.
Oh, so it’s just like a vertical mill collet. You gotta do the same thing with ER-32s and the like. Never would have guessed, glad I watched!
sure am glad I watched this video, I have been thinking about getting one of these tools, Thanks.
Glad we could help. Thanks for watching.
I don't get why people use the die grinder for sanding. Ok, you can get the milwakee sander/polishing tool for using sand paper and brillo, then use the die grinder for burrs. Unless you want the extra RPM, IMO the polisher tool is 'beefier' for 'pushing'.
How do I adapt my M12 die grinders so they accept 1/4" shanks?
Well that was super helpful. Thank you for sharing.
OMG this is a life saver! Got this tool about a month ago & had a hellva time the collet. I knew it was an operator error - couldn't figure it out. Never seen or had a grinder with this release functionality / design. Thanks much!
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and thanks for taking the time to comment.
Yeah I about lost my shit fucking with it for a while.im going to have to try this tip some more.
@@Shoptoolreviews I understand now watching your video and I wish I watched it before I installed it in 2 pieces and not one !! So how do you fix this issue? When I loosen it the first time there is no second chance, the nut just continues to spin off completely leaving the accessory stuck in the collet. Please help me???
The you tube experts: Geezzzz, we already know about that…..”after watching this video of course”
This feature is not new it dates back to the wired rotary grinders which had the same collets. Freud has used it fro years on their routers. Great advice I am glad you made this video helpful for everyone
You are correct, it has been around for quite some time, but not many have landed in the small air die grinders. Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching.
Holy crap! You have saved me so much frustration. Thank you for posting this and taking time to explain it without trying to make us feel stupid for not knowing better. They don't explain it in the manual. It just says "to disassemble, use a rod to push the collet out of the nut."
I planned on buying this and I love this video. I probably would've thrown it in the vice and destroyed it knowing me lmaoo. Thanks
Glad you watched this first. Thanks for the comment.
Diddo. Just bought mine.
@@Jenuin well I gotta say I've been beatin the hell out of this thing using it on grinding metal,sanding off rust,cleaning car rims,and much more,and this thing is a beast. Strongly recommend it. It ain't gonna last more than 5 minutes unless u have a 6.0 or a 4.0 battery tho
@@Ferkle871 damn. I’m a 2.0 level 🤔 hmm I will try to find a sale
@@Jenuin Amazon's always got some good deals on batteries
My issue is that I can’t fit any 1/4” burr in mine. Chose the straight die grinder over a Snap On air die grinder and I can’t fit a got damn 1/4” shaft burr in it.
Great video, thank you. One comment, before working on powered tools, take out the battery, safety first.
I want this for cleaning surfaces and for cutting stuck bolts and such. Would it be powerful enough for cutting bolts off
wow, it stuck. I don't know, why don't I just turn it more. Oh wow it worked. Why do people not try to turn it more before they say the tool is broken.
Man all the milwaukee fans at work do t even know this and they think they know it all....well I got it now I knew something was wrong with the way I was doing it. Thanks
I almost had to buy someone a new bit bc I just got the grinder and wanted to use it.....then couldn't for the life of me get that damn thing out.
I just had a smooth shank to threaded adapter and mounted a 4 jaw keyless chuck on it. I like living dangerously hahaha
Hmmm…I wonder if my Bosch router has this. IIRC, I sometimes struggle to get bits out of it.
Mine isn't working, i can completely back it off until it comes out but the bit remains tight. What a crap setup.
I have Milwaukee routers and it's the same deal.. it took me 5 seconds to figure it out.😂
They hate beacause they are lazy.
Professional tools for professional user. Not for suckers.
Will the self release collet & nut from Milwaukee swap over to the conventional die grinder air tool?
Is there a replacement for this collet? In my country milwaukee sell this collet about $50 😡
Its not make sense but I feel this tool grind and cut better. Good job milwaukee
the router is the same way, Didn't take me but one time to figure out what was happening. Some people I tell yea lol
its no different to a router collect from Makita or Bosch, its actually a good safety feature.
I've never had this problem with mine just gotta be smarter than the tools you're using lol.
What I do is not install the bit all the way bottomed out. When you wanna release it simply loosen the nut and tap the bit in and it comes right out.
I messed up and put the collet in first and put the nut on then the attachment. I got the nut off but the collet is still jammed in. Help
I wonder if this process is explained in the instruction manual🤔....
Man, thanks you for educating me. You just got a new subscriber!
Welcome aboard! We really appreciate this. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Same!
I wished milwaukee design a toolless collet. It’s a pain to use 2 spanner to open or close
Thanks for the explanation! I’ll share this with those I know that use this tool. It’s been a great tool but it’s been frustrating changing bits. This explanation is much appreciated!
Excellent. Thank you for the comment and thank you for sharing with others. I think this may be a sore spot for a lot of people with this tool.
I just bought this tool but I can’t for the life of me figure out what size shank fits in the damn thing. I’ve tried 1/4 and 1/8 nothing fits! I haven’t even used the damn thing yet 🤬
Its quarter inch. Just make sure that you have it loosened all the way.
I've had this sucker in vice so many times. Just tried this- keep turning and comes right out. It hangs up when threading the collet out and I thought it was out but you can keep going pass that point. Back to the top of my most useful tool list. Thanks a ton, I was going to order 2 more so I could keep tools on. Not now. Subscribed
Don't worry, you're not alone. Yeah, that second hard spot is where the collet is actually releasing. They've used this type of collets on routers for years. Glad it worked out for you.
I believe the term for the collet you were looking for is captive
Oh wow. It’s just like the collet on a Bosch router. Duh!
My m12 die grinder keeps shutting off when I put it under any kind of load. Are you hearing other people experiencing this problem?.... At first I thought it was the battery but I tried several different fully charged batteries in it and it would do the same thing every time.
It depends on how much pressure you're applying. You can't really lean on it too hard. What type of jobs are you using it on? Thanks for watching.
I have this issue with wire wheels. I will test it with 2in sanding disc in hopes it stops.
No issues here, the damn thing works. Enough said.