This 18-volt cordless cut-off/angle grinder from Makita has an LXT Lithium-Ion battery and an optimum charging system that produces 280 percent total lifetime work, with twice the cycles of an ordinary battery. This tool grinds up to 50 percent faster, with an impressive 10,000 rpm top speed -- and its ergonomic shape fits like a glove, offering even pressure and smooth control. The BGA452Z features a built-in electronic control circuit with LED warning lights for overload protection, a slide switch with lock-on, and a compact design that's only 12-1/2 inches long and weighs just 5.6 pounds.

Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-Inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder delivers 10,000 RPM of compact grinding power to the jobsite. The BGA452Z is engineered to grind, cut, and sand a wide range of materials including tile, concrete, pipe, conduit, and more.

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BGA452Z Features SPEED - 50% faster grinding/cutting with 10,000 RPM; 5/8" - 11 arbor CONTROL - Built-in control circuit with L.E.D. warning lights to protect the Makita motor COMFORT - Only 5.3 lbs. with ergonomic grip PERFORMANCE - LXT Li-Ion batteries charge in 30 minutes, run longer and deliver 2.5X more cycles Battery and charger not included

Tool Specifications Grinding/Cut-off wheel 4-1/2" Wire cup brush 3-1/2" No load speed 10,000 RPM Spindle thread 5/8"-11 UNC Battery 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Overall length 12-1/2" Net weight 5.3 lbs. (w/battery)

Makita-Built Motor Engineered for Versatile Power
The BGA452Z features a Makita-built high-torque motor that delivers 10,000 RPM, as well as an all-metal helical gear transmission which is longer lasting and delivers a more efficient transmission of energy when compared to angled gears. The BGA452Z also has a built-in electronic control circuit with L.E.D. warning lights for overload protection, and an electronic current limiter that automatically shuts off the current when the motor continues to be overloaded. This feature protects the motor for longer life.

Ergonomic Design in a Compact Size
The BGA452Z weighs just 5.3 pounds (with battery, sold separately) with a more compact design at only 12-1/2 inches long. The ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and even control, and the built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work surface for more efficient work.

Versatile Design for a Range of Applications
The BGA452Z will grind, cut, and sand through a range of materials including tile, concrete, all-thread, Unistrut, pipe, channel iron, copper pipe, tubing, and more. It is ideal for tile setters, masons, welders, electricians, pipe fitters, sprinkler installers, HVAC, plumbers and any general contractor seeking a best-in-class engineered cordless cut-off/angle grinder. The BGA452Z is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.

About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size.

About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to produce tools that are stronger, lighter, more powerful and easier to use. Makita USA, Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit the website at makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.

Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.

What's in the Box
Makita BGA452Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-Inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder (tool only).

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Makita-built motor delivers 10,000 RPM for 50% faster grinding
Compact, ergonomic design at 12-1/2 inches long and weighs only 5.3 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
A built-in L.E.D. protection circuit with over-torque control protects the motor
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
3-year warranty on tool

A Most Useful Tool (5.0)

I install custom cabinets, and I must lug a bunch of tools around to each job. Therefore, the wieght versus usefulness of each tool is something I consider carefully. This tool has quickly become one of my essential tools. I no longer need to carry a belt sander to sand scribe edges, the grinder with a coarse sanding disk does that almost as well. It often saves the day because it can cut the materials my wood tools can't. When I need to cut steel - a bolt, a closet pole - I just pop a metal cutting disk on it. If I need to cut tile or stone or concrete - on goes the diamond blade and the job is done. It does use batteries quickly, but that's not a problem - I carry five in my bag and one is always on the charger. Now that I have figured it out, I find the red warning light quite useful. It goes on to warn you when the battery is getting low or you are overloading the motor - like pushing thr blade too hard or not cutting straight when cutting through metal. When the red light goes on it also releasews the switch lock if you have it on. This helps me remember to use the tool in such a way that the battery will last longer. For me, this tool was a great investment!

Makita battery angle grinder (4.0)

Nice product does not have the power of a corded unit but does a nice job when you need it

Thumb switch shuts off all the time! (4.0)

This grinder is pretty good for a cordless. Only two complaints.
1. When battery gets low or if you are pressing too hard the red light goes on and the grinder shuts off. It does this all the time.
2. Thumb on/off switch turns off way too easily. If you barely touch it shuts off.

Other than that no complaints. I bought it because I was installing a lot of commercial steel doors and always needed a grinder for thresholds, door shoes and sweeps, and all the other little items that needed to be trimmed. I've also used it recently (just light use) with a diamond blade for cutting tile, bricks, and concrete; Mostly for items that interfere with the installation of doors.

If I could make any improvement it would be to change the switch to make it not so touchy.

Great Grinder (5.0)

I've had a Makita XLT kit for about a year now, and there have been several occasions when I really wished that I could just snap an 18-volt battery on a portable grinder and do a small job. Finally, when my wife wasn't looking, I decided to pull the trigger--and am I glad I did. I used it immediately to cut through a metal sink drain (Think: water), a situation where a saw was clumsy and a 110v grinder would be folly. Fast and powerful cutting!

I would not recommend this tool for heavy-duty, repetitive work, but smaller for jobs it is convenient and more than adequate.

Excellent cordless grinder (5.0)

I have had a Ryobi grinder for years and it was fine as long as you did not need it to work more than five minutes or grind anything more than the galvanize coating off of metal, but this Makita is a real workhorse, the battery lasts and it seems to be just as powerful as my small corded Makita grinder