I am trying to buy an angle grinder that is easy to move and not heavy. I will be mainly using it for woodworking.
Is it 4″ or 4.5″ easily available?
Thank you.
Moataz
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Get the 4-1/2" angle grinder with the 5/8-11 arbor. Fits arbortech and all standard accessories. You can buy one for as little as $10 at Home Depot.
Moataz,
I bought this Makita 4" angle grinder http://www.makita.ca/index.php?event=tool&id=703 on sale for $30, quite a steal. I bought it for use with an Industrial Arbortech cutter and use it exclusively for that. A 4-1/2" would be more versitile, but for me, the added weight is not worth it (I use the grinder for up to 6 hours/day). I chose it not only for the price, but for the size (smallness) of the body and weight. The switch is located on the left side of the body which might be awkward if you are a lefty. By the way, it has a smallish 6.0 amp motor which I can't even slow down by plunging it into hardwood as fast as I dare.
Chris @ www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com
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