(Part 2) Best power angle grinders according to redditors

I found a shortcut to this either on tv or reddit comment I don't really remember. This will ruin the book so sell the digital copy accordingly. You also need a scanner that works on a feed system aka ADF like a fax machine (rather than a slow flatbed ) but beware of low end ones which are more trouble than they are worth. This does 40PPM which means 1000 page book in under 30 minutes. Put the book on a table clamp and use an angle grinder to grind off the binding don't forget to get goggles to keep paper out of your eyes. Take the covers off and feed the pages. Looking at the price of the materials startup at 500 is costly which could be cut down by buying a cheaper scanner to 300 or finding someone who already owns one which would cut the cost down to <50$. Of course if you already have all the materials what the hell are you waiting for. If not you could or could not use the amazon links provided to do this.

I think the design is cool but I don't think i'd use it for anything but grout. If you're looking for a cordless i'd go a more standard route like this makita system


https://www.amazon.com/Makita-Brushless-Cut-Off-Grinder-Batteries/dp/B00QSGHC24/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1521826987&sr=8-8&keywords=makita+cordless+grinder

I'm sure whatever brand you prefer has something comparable

I have a Metabo, which is German made. I think they are probably the best made right now.

https://www.amazon.com/Metabo-WP9-115-Grinder-Non-locking-Paddle/dp/B00WJOWTKE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1525208270&sr=8-3&keywords=metabo+grinder+4+1%2F2

you can buy one for $19.99 off of amazon and then modify it a bit so you can flop the grinder around by removing the extra bolt it comes with to prevent that from happening.

I'm in no way defending the Hercules tools, but compare apples to apples. Quick look shows current model 11A 4.5" grinders from Dewalt and Makita as:

$139 https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-Grinder-2-Inch-Paddle-DWE4222N/dp/B018DZ6V2Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=Dwe4222&qid=1570455906&sr=8-6

$147.63 (12A) https://www.amazon.com/Makita-GA4542C-SJSII-Power-Grinder/dp/B00Z5LTO7O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=Ga4542c&qid=1570455737&sr=8-1

The Dewalt (and I'd assume the Makita as well, at this price) includes a brake which the Hercules does not have.

Wire brush works, but is kinda sketchy; the bristles fly off a lot. A cup grinding wheel is much way better & safer. A dust shroud is money well-spent, too.

It also looks like it has been pretty heavily used based on the guard plate scuffs and the motor housing. $65 new brand name vs $40 used HF w/o legit warranty... idk man. Splitting hairs at that point imo

edit: $55 Makita & $67 Dewalt searching amazon for like 30 seconds

If money is not a factor, something like the 9" 15A Metabo grinder is about as powerful as you can get. Other brands make 7"/9" 15A grinders as well.

I don't know your specific model of grinder but is this what you're looking for?

Is it one of these two 13 amp models (paddle vs no paddle switch):

• https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-GWS13-50VS-High-Performance-Angle-Grinder/dp/B01CEA1CGY/
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-GWS13-50VSP-High-Performance-Grinder-Variable/dp/B01CEA1DJA/

Surface grinder with diamond cup wheel hooked up to a vacuum.
I use the Dewalt DWE46153 hooked up to a shop vac with a bag and hepa filter. Usually you can rent them from HD or other tool rental places

I actually think my next will be a 6 inch metabo for cutting through the thick stuff.
https://www.amazon.com/Metabo-WE15-150-Grinder-Electronics-Sliding/dp/B00WJOXK84/ref=pd_lpo_469_bs_t_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=4FCHTG4RTEQPAQAPENY6

They make a WEP 15-150 (p for paddle) if you don't like the locking switch.

https://www.amazon.com/Metabo-WEP15-150-Grinder-Electronics-Non-locking/dp/B00WJOXJ8A/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1487058152&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=Metabo+WE15-150+paddle

Here's the Dremel package for $99. - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M1SJNVU/

Tack Life $37 (I wonder how much better this one is compared to the $17 one) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6RH433

Skil 4.5" angle grinder ($47.95) - https://www.amazon.com/9296-01-7-5-Amp-2-Inch-Paddle-Grinder/dp/B009RJE6TQ/


I really like this Makita and the case it comes in - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0010DHFTK/

Hitachi 4.5" $44.99 - https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-G12SR4-6-2-Amp-Grinder-Abrasive/dp/B0199MMA84/

Bosch 4.5" $49 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SUOU/

Im sure if you do a little investigative work you'll see theyre all the same seller.
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I have 3 grinders:

• Dewalt DEW402
  
• Portercable PC60TPAG
  
• An older HF 5 or 7 amp.. can't recall which.
  
  I listed these in specific order of my favorite, second favorite, and third. Depending on what I'm doing, I lean pretty hard on these grinders from time to time and all three are fantastic. The HF is slightly underpowered compared to the dewalt, but it was always 1/3rd the cost! If you can spare a few extra bucks, I'd probably swing for the Porter Cable personally... however, I have no doubt the Chicago Electric would probably last you a good long time.

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