Does it come with a battery?

No. It is sold as a bare tool, so you need an M12 battery and charger separately.

What size belts does it use?

It takes 3/8-inch by 13-inch sanding belts.

Can it replace an air bandfile?

For spot weld removal and light metal work, yes. For continuous heavy grinding, air or corded tools still have more power.

Yes. The arm rotates 360 degrees so you can angle the belt into tight areas.

Does it have reverse?

Yes. It has forward and reverse plus two speed settings and a variable speed trigger.

Is it good for auto body work?

Yes. It is aimed at spot weld removal, seam cleanup and deburring on automotive and metalworking jobs.

Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL 3/8" X 13" Bandfile Belt Sander, Tool Only

Q: Where is the Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL 3/8" X 13" Bandfile Belt Sander, Tool Only cheapest?

At Amazon, for $212.00, 21% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL 3/8" X 13" Bandfile Belt Sander, Tool Only?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL 3/8" X 13" Bandfile Belt Sander, Tool Only?

19 stores we checked sell it, including Tool Nut, Max Tool, Red Tool Store, Toolup, Red Tools for Pros.

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$212.00at AmazonChecked 8 h ago

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What reviewers say

Owners of the M12 bandfile praise its portability and control for spot weld removal and tight metal work, and many say it replaces an air bandfile for smaller jobs. The main complaints are that it is a bare tool and that the 12V platform runs out of steam on long, heavy sanding.

What people mention

PortabilityPraisedOwners like working without an air hose or compressor.
ControlPraisedVariable trigger, two speeds and reverse are seen as useful for detail work.
Belt changesPraisedTool-free belt changes and the rotating arm are called convenient.
Battery platformMixedThe 12V M12 platform is fine for light jobs but not for long heavy sanding.
Bare toolCriticisedBuyers note batteries and charger are not included.

About the Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL 3/8" X 13" Bandfile Belt Sander, Tool Only

The Milwaukee 2483-20 M12 FUEL is a cordless bandfile for metalworking, automotive repair, and fabrication. It is designed for spot weld removal, detail sanding, and surface cleanup in tight spaces. It uses a 3/8 in. x 13 in. belt and is sold as a bare tool.

It has a POWERSTATE brushless motor and runs on the Milwaukee M12 battery system. It has two speed settings, forward and reverse, a variable speed trigger, and a lock-on button. The high setting runs at 3,600 surface feet per minute and the low setting at 1,800.

The arm rotates 360 degrees without tools, and the belt changes without tools. The tool also has belt alignment adjustment and a replaceable contact wheel. It is 9.13 inches long and weighs 1.89 pounds. With an M12 REDLITHIUM XC4.0 battery, it can remove up to 65 spot welds per charge.

Model

2483-20

Belt size

3/8 in. x 13 in.

Motor

POWERSTATE brushless

Speed

High: 3,600 surface feet per minute; Low: 1,800 surface feet per minute

Controls

Variable speed trigger, lock-on button, forward and reverse

Arm

Tool-free 360 degree rotation