Grinders

Grinders power through cutting, grinding, sanding, and polishing jobs, helping you shape metal, masonry, tile, and wood with speed and control. From fast stock removal to fine finishing, the right grinder boosts productivity on site and in the shop. Angle grinders tackle cutting rebar, scoring tile, notching pavers, beveling edges, removing rust and paint, and blending welds. Bench grinders keep chisels, mower blades, and lathe tools sharp. Die grinders shine at deburring, porting, and tight clearance work. Concrete and surface grinders flatten slabs, prepare coatings, and smooth high spots.

When choosing a grinder, start with wheel diameter and power. Common sizes include 4-1/2, 5, 6, 7, and 9 inches; smaller tools are lighter and nimble, while larger models cut deeper and remove material faster. Pick corded for continuous duty and high amperage, or cordless for mobility; modern 18V and 20V Max brushless grinders deliver strong torque with long runtime. Variable speed lets you match RPM to stainless, aluminum, stone, or coated surfaces. Look for a quick-adjust guard, spindle lock, tool-free wheel change, soft start, electronic brake, kickback control, and an anti-vibration handle for comfort. Pair the tool with the right accessories: grinding wheels, cutting discs, flap discs, wire cups, and diamond blades. Check arbor/thread size (5/8-11 or M14) and wheel RPM rating.

Safety and dust control matter. Wear eye, hearing, and hand protection, use a shroud with a vacuum to capture silica dust, and keep both hands on the tool using a paddle switch or dead-man trigger. Match wheel type to material, let the abrasive do the work, and avoid side loading cutting discs. Explore angle grinders, bench grinders, die grinders, concrete grinders, cordless grinders, variable speed grinders, and grinder accessories to find the best fit for metal fabrication, auto repair, plumbing, electrical, and construction tasks. Shop by size, power.