MilwaukeeCut-Off Tool,12V, Bare Tool (2522-20)

Bought this for a closet project where I had to trim a bunch of wire shelving and hang rods. Worked perfectly. I can see using it for all sorts of things where a hacksaw would ‘probably’ work but you’d be in for a long day and sore arm. Not to mention spots where you couldn’t fit a saw or get any leverage. I wasn’t able to really test battery life but if you are already in the Milwaukee ecosystem (I have about 10 of their other tools) having spare batteries shouldn’t be an issue.

I bought this will the knowledge that it would be a very limited use tool. After trying it I have used it more than I ever thought I would. The best thing is the small size and the ability to get in very tight areas. Yes, it will.bog down if you try to cut too aggressively, Take your time it will be your best friend. I recently cut some flanges off a display sign and was able to cut it off right at the base with no additional grinding. As much as I love my Makita cordless grinder, there is no way it would have gotten in such a tight area without additional grinding. I also love the ability to reverse the direction to control which way the sparks fly and get them away from your face. Buy a bigger amp.battery ( I'm using a 6 amp) and its an awesome tool

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Not to pee in the cheerios of all the stellar reviews about this mini-cutoff tool...but the NSA in reality is it's underpowered for sure. If you're a regular steel worker used to a typical 4.5" corded cutoff/grinder, This mini will not be a great display of power in your wheelhouse. Just for real-time data...it took me 2 minutes to do a single 5/16 bolt cutoff. This is an eternity compared to a 4.5" grinder. This is for sure intended for thin sheet or small detail cuts your typical cutoff radius is too much for. Just don't expect to be blown away is all...you may wanna consider a rechargeable 4.5" over this if you're not doing tight radii/detail work and wanna go "unplugged." Personally I own all three types of cutoffs and I waited years to commit to one of these minis for a reason. It has it's unique purpose no question and I plan to keep it in the quiver. But definitely think twice about adding this as an alternative/substitute to your 4.5" corded...it's not even close to that power/cutting times. Beyond making small relief cuts or tight exhaust spaces...my 4.5" battery grinder will dominate my "untethered" projects. Same exact thing goes for you cats planning on doing woodwork with it and expecting it to match your small 4.5" corded/battery saws. Well-seasoned and elaborate "tool collectors" with extra cash = BUY IT. Someone tight on funds looking for a #2 secondary cutoff to do tasks similar to how your 4.5" corded saws would perform = DON'T.

Compact, powerful, lightweight. For 12v. it is pretty impressive.

I been a Electrican for 20 years and have bought used tools . “ I’m great condition” this company takes it to a real level !! Thanks guys . Got my tool I need once in a while to cut off meter locks in emergency conditions which they allow me too . And this is the tool for the job and with no mess . The product is like new . Period !! Works amazing

HAVE NOT USED IT AS OF YET BUT POSITIVE IT WILL MAKE MY JOB MUCH EASIER I AM SURE