Metabo Angle Grinders

Metabo Angle Grinders

Metabo is a German company that manufactures power tools for professional use. Metabo angle grinders vary in wattage, size, and configuration.

Angle grinders are power tools used in metal fabrication shops and construction sites. Angle grinders can be powered by electricity, gasoline, or compressed air. They have a spinning disk head that is at a right angle to the motor, hence the name. The user holds the angle grinder by the motor housing and a handle that is perpendicular to the housing, and applies the edge of the spinning disk to the object being worked. They also come with a guard that goes around much of the head, helping to minimize the safety risk caused by flying debris coming off the point of contact.

Angle grinders are used for polishing and abrasive cutting in metalworking or woodworking. In woodworking, they can also be used for sanding. By using a diamond blade, these tools can cut through solid metal. Other heads can be used for simple abrasion tasks to help smooth out rough metal surfaces. There are also specialized heads which can assist in tasks such as sanding down rough patches of wood.

• Power: angle grinder power is specified in horsepower or wattage.
• Voltage: electric angle grinders may be designed to be compatible with a specific voltage. Portable grinder voltage is an indication of power.
• Disc size: larger disc size is appropriate for bigger surfaces and deeper cuts.
• No load speed: how fast the disc spins in rpm (revolutions per minute) when it is not being applied to an object. Slower speeds are quieter and produce less heat, while faster speeds can cut harder materials. Some grinders have variable speeds.

Angle grinders should be operated only by persons trained in their use. Eye protection should be worn. You should be aware of where debris generated by the grinding will fly and the resulting potential for fire or injury. You should not operate the grinder in environments with explosive gasses in the air.

Angle grinders come with safety features such as:

• Brakes: to quickly stop the disk from spinning.
• Safety clutch: protects from tool kickback.
• Guard: adjusted to protect user and environment from flying debris.
• Soft start: slowly starts the disk for better user control.
• Anti-vibration handle: reduces fatigue and improves control.