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Makita DGA517Z 18v Brushless Paddle Switch 125mm Angle Grinder Body Only Reviews

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Makita DGA517Z 18v LXT Brushless Paddle Switch 125mm Angle Grinder Body Only The Makita DGA517 is a 125mm (5"), paddle switch, variable speed angle grinder that's part of the ever expanding Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion battery cordless range. It's powered by a Makita brushless motor for longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. For the most demanding applications, Makita’s exclusive "Automatic Torque Drive Technology" or ADT technology, automatically adjusts speed and torque during operation for optimal performance. The DGA517 is ideal for grinding and cutting a wide range of materials including tile, concrete, pipe, conduit, and more. Another included feature is "Active Feedback sensing Technology" or AFT, that turns the motor off if rotation of the wheel is suddenly forced to stop. FEATURES Electric Brake stops the grinding or cut-off wheel in 2 seconds or less for maximum productivity "Active Feedback sensing Technology" turns the motor off if rotation speed suddenly slows or wheel is forced to stop "Automatic Torque Drive Technology" adjusts speed and torque during operation for optimum performance The BL Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling it to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life Variable speed control dial allows manual RPM adjustment (3,000-8,500) to match the speed to the application Paddle switch with no lock-on for operator convenience Soft start suppresses start-up reaction for smooth start-ups and longer gear life Anti-restart protection engineered to prevent motor start up when battery is inserted with paddle switch in the on position Efficient Brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimise battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge The electronically-controlled Brushless Motor efficiently uses energy to match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application 3-stage L.E.D. gauge indicates battery charge level Spiral bevel gears for smoother rotations and a more efficient transfer of energy Removable wire mesh intake covers are engineered to prevent debris from entering motor Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions Rubberised soft grip provides increased comfort on the job Compact and ergonomic design at only 382mm long Weighs only 3.1 kg with battery (battery not included) for reduced operator fatigue SPECIFICATION Voltage: 18v LXT Wheel Diameter: 125 mm Bore Diameter: 22.23 mm Max Wheel Thickness: 7.2 mm No Load Speed: 3,000 - 8,500 rpm Switch Type: Trigger Switch "Paddle" Style Net Weight (inc Battery): 3.1 kg NOISE & VIBRATION Sound Pressure: 79 dB(A) Sound K Factor: 3 dB(A) Vibration: Surface Grinding: 6.0 m/s² Vibration: Disc Sanding: 2.5m/s² Vibration K Factor: 1.5m/s²

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Unit 6, Park 2000, Millennium Way,
Newton Aycliffe
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Happy with the product and its performance but I would have liked an additional handle fixing at right angles to the two supplied.
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Posted 3 months ago
Great nice weight and comfortable to hold
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Posted 6 months ago
This is a top of the range quality angle grinder. It tackles any job with ease.
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Posted 6 months ago
The paddle switch is so much better than the slide switch on my old model. The grinder is also more powerful and wider diameter discs.
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Posted 1 year ago
Good quality
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Posted 3 years ago
excellent
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Posted 4 years ago
Excellent grinder from Makita. Good being cordless when cutting away from house electrics. Very good price and arrived quickly.
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Posted 4 years ago
The grinder itself seems great given the few times I have used it since buying. The one negative I have for it was when trying to get off a thin metal cutting blade when I first fitted. The annoyingly short spanner and the pins on that spanner made removing a tight blade very hard, 3 grown men each had a go and struggled. We found that when very tight the mechanism would spin still even with the blade lock pressed. A good idea for future grinders would be to do what you do when changing a larger stihl saw blade where you put a metal pin into a hole in the machine that means you can put all your force into removing the locking bolt instead of trying to hold down a button and turn a spanner at the same time
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Posted 5 years ago