- Does the Makita XAG04Z come with a battery and charger?
- No. It is a bare tool; batteries and charger are sold separately. It runs on Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion batteries.
- What size wheels does it take?
- It accepts 4-1/2 inch and 5 inch wheels on a 5/8-11 spindle. A 5 inch tool-less wheel guard, a cut-off wheel, a grinding wheel, a side handle and a lock nut wrench are included.
- Does it have an electric brake?
- No. It has bind-up control that cuts power if the wheel jams, but no electric brake, so the wheel coasts to a stop after the switch is released.
- Can I adjust the speed?
- No. There is no variable speed dial; it runs at a fixed 8,500 RPM. Speed control is on other Makita models.
- Is it good for heavy continuous grinding?
- It is best for cutting and light grinding. Under heavy load, runtime drops and it has less power than a corded grinder.
- How does it compare with a corded grinder?
- It trades power and unlimited runtime for cordless freedom on the Makita 18V platform. For long, heavy jobs a corded grinder is the stronger choice.
- Where is the Corded Angle Grinder: 4-1/2 to 5″ Wheel Dia, 8,500 RPM, 5/8-11 Spindle 18V, Slide Switch cheapest?
- At Exact Industrial Supply, for $212.01, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Corded Angle Grinder: 4-1/2 to 5″ Wheel Dia, 8,500 RPM, 5/8-11 Spindle 18V, Slide Switch?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Exact Industrial Supply, USA Tool & Supply, Benchmark Tooling.