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Makita Angle Grinders

Makita angle grinder range for cutting, grinding and prep work on site, from compact 115mm and 125mm to big 9 inch models.

When you're trimming rebar, cleaning welds, chasing mortar, or cutting paving all day, you need a grinder that won't bog down or chew batteries. Makita cordless angle grinders on the 18V LXT platform keep you mobile, and the brushless models are the ones that cope best with proper trade abuse. Pick your disc size to match the job, then choose body only if you're already on Makita 18V.

What Jobs Are Makita Angle Grinders Best At?

  • Cutting steel stud, threaded rod, angle iron, and rebar on refurb and first fix work when you need a fast, clean cut without dragging a 240V lead around.
  • Grinding back welds and cleaning up fabrications in the workshop or on site, where a Makita brushless grinder keeps torque up and runs cooler under load.
  • Raking out mortar and tidying brickwork and blockwork repairs using the right disc, so you can prep for pointing without smashing edges to bits.
  • Cutting slabs, paving, and kerbs on external jobs, where a bigger Makita 9 inch grinder makes sense for depth and speed, but only if you can control it safely.
  • Surface prep on metal and masonry with flap discs and grinding wheels, taking paint, rust, and high spots off before fixing, coating, or welding.

Choosing the Right Makita Angle Grinder

Sort the right Makita angle grinder by matching disc size and power to the work you actually do most days, not the one-off heavy job.

1. 115mm vs 125mm (Your Daily Site Size)

If you're doing tight cuts, quick snagging, and working in corners, a Makita 115mm angle grinder keeps it compact and controllable. If you want a bit more cut depth and disc choice without going bulky, a Makita 125mm angle grinder is the better all-rounder for site work.

2. Cordless 18V LXT vs 240V

If you're bouncing room to room, up ladders, or working outside, a Makita cordless angle grinder on 18V LXT is the one you'll actually use because it's always with you. If you're grinding continuously at a bench or doing long heavy cuts, a Makita 240V grinder still makes sense for constant runtime.

3. Brushless vs Brushed

If you're only doing occasional cut-offs, a standard Makita grinder 18V will get you by. If you're on it most days, go Makita brushless grinder because it holds power better under load and is generally the safer bet for heat and battery efficiency.

4. Body Only vs Kit With Batteries

If you're already on Makita LXT, buy the Makita 18V grinder body only and spend the money on decent discs. If this is your first Makita battery grinder, get a Makita grinder 18V with battery and charger so you're not stuck sharing packs with your drill on a busy day.

Makita Angle Grinder FAQs

How much is a Makita angle grinder?

It depends on size and whether it is corded, 18V LXT cordless, or brushless, plus whether you are buying body only or a kit with battery and charger. As a rule, bigger disc sizes and Makita brushless grinders cost more, but they are the ones that cope best with daily site use.

Are Makita angle grinders any good?

Yes, they are a solid trade choice, especially the Makita 18V grinder and Makita brushless angle grinder models on the LXT platform. They take knocks, parts and consumables are easy to get, and they are built for the sort of repetitive cutting and grinding you do on refurbs and maintenance.

Which is better, a 115mm or 125mm angle grinder?

For most site lads, 125mm is the better all-rounder because you get a bit more cut depth and disc choice without much extra bulk. A 115mm Makita angle grinder is still handy where access is tight and you want maximum control, like trimming fixings, chasing small cuts, or working around pipework.

Is a Makita cordless angle grinder powerful enough for proper cutting?

For day-to-day cut-offs and grinding, yes, a Makita grinder 18V is plenty if you run a sharp disc and a decent battery. If you are doing long, continuous cuts or heavy grinding for hours, corded 240V or stepping up to heavier-duty models is still the sensible option for constant runtime.

Should I buy a Makita 18V grinder body only or a kit with batteries?

Buy Makita 18V grinder body only if you are already on Makita LXT and have enough batteries to keep it fed. If you are new to the platform or you only own one battery, get a Makita grinder 18V with battery and charger, because grinders drain packs quicker than drills when you are leaning on them.

Who Uses Makita Angle Grinders on Site?

  • Steel fixers and fabricators cutting and dressing metal all day, especially when a Makita grinder 18V keeps them moving around frames and platforms.
  • Brickies and general builders for raking out, trimming lintels, and quick cut-offs, where a 115mm or 125mm Makita angle grinder is the sensible day-to-day size.
  • Groundworkers and landscapers cutting paving and edging, often stepping up to larger grinders when they need proper cut depth on kerbs and slabs.
  • Maintenance teams and fitters who want a Makita cordless grinder body only to match existing LXT batteries, so there's no downtime waiting on chargers.

How an 18V Makita Cordless Grinder Works for You

A Makita angle grinder is only as good as the disc and the power behind it. With cordless models, battery size and motor type decide whether it feels sharp all day or fades halfway through the cut.

1. Disc size controls cut depth and control

A 115mm or 125mm Makita angle grinder is built for controlled cutting and grinding in tight spots, which is why you see them everywhere on refurbs. Step up to a Makita 9 inch grinder when you need serious depth and faster cutting on heavier materials, but it demands two hands and proper set-up.

2. Battery capacity is your runtime

On a Makita grinder 18V, bigger Ah batteries give you longer grinding time and less voltage sag under load. If you're doing repeated cuts or leaning on flap discs, small packs feel fine for quick work but won't keep pace on a full shift.

3. Brushless motors hold power under load

A Makita brushless angle grinder tends to keep its speed better when you're pushing into metal or masonry, which means cleaner cuts and less time fighting the tool. It's the difference between a grinder that "does" and one that earns its place in the van.

Makita Grinder Accessories That Save Time and Discs

The grinder is only half the story; the right discs and a couple of essentials stop you burning through consumables and fighting bad finishes.

1. Cutting Discs and Grinding Wheels (Correct Diameter)

Match the disc to your Makita 115mm angle grinder, 125mm grinder, or 9 inch grinder and to the material, because the wrong disc is how you end up with slow cuts, shattered edges, and wasted batteries.

2. Flap Discs for Metal Prep

Flap discs are the tidy way to prep welds and clean steel without gouging it to bits, and they leave a finish you can actually paint or coat without hours of rework.

3. Spare 18V LXT Batteries and Fast Charger

If you're running a Makita cordless grinder 18V, a second battery stops the job stalling mid-cut, especially when you're sharing packs with saws and drills on a busy day.

4. Proper Grinder PPE

A decent face shield or goggles, gloves, and hearing protection are not optional with grinders, because one burst disc or a shower of sparks will ruin your day quicker than any tool fault.

Shop Makita Angle Grinders at ITS

Whether you need a compact Makita angle grinder 18V for daily snagging, a Makita 125mm grinder for all-round site cutting, or a bigger 240V or 9 inch option for heavier work, we stock the full range. It's all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get back on the tools without waiting around.

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Makita Angle Grinders

Makita angle grinder range for cutting, grinding and prep work on site, from compact 115mm and 125mm to big 9 inch models.

When you're trimming rebar, cleaning welds, chasing mortar, or cutting paving all day, you need a grinder that won't bog down or chew batteries. Makita cordless angle grinders on the 18V LXT platform keep you mobile, and the brushless models are the ones that cope best with proper trade abuse. Pick your disc size to match the job, then choose body only if you're already on Makita 18V.

What Jobs Are Makita Angle Grinders Best At?

  • Cutting steel stud, threaded rod, angle iron, and rebar on refurb and first fix work when you need a fast, clean cut without dragging a 240V lead around.
  • Grinding back welds and cleaning up fabrications in the workshop or on site, where a Makita brushless grinder keeps torque up and runs cooler under load.
  • Raking out mortar and tidying brickwork and blockwork repairs using the right disc, so you can prep for pointing without smashing edges to bits.
  • Cutting slabs, paving, and kerbs on external jobs, where a bigger Makita 9 inch grinder makes sense for depth and speed, but only if you can control it safely.
  • Surface prep on metal and masonry with flap discs and grinding wheels, taking paint, rust, and high spots off before fixing, coating, or welding.

Choosing the Right Makita Angle Grinder

Sort the right Makita angle grinder by matching disc size and power to the work you actually do most days, not the one-off heavy job.

1. 115mm vs 125mm (Your Daily Site Size)

If you're doing tight cuts, quick snagging, and working in corners, a Makita 115mm angle grinder keeps it compact and controllable. If you want a bit more cut depth and disc choice without going bulky, a Makita 125mm angle grinder is the better all-rounder for site work.

2. Cordless 18V LXT vs 240V

If you're bouncing room to room, up ladders, or working outside, a Makita cordless angle grinder on 18V LXT is the one you'll actually use because it's always with you. If you're grinding continuously at a bench or doing long heavy cuts, a Makita 240V grinder still makes sense for constant runtime.

3. Brushless vs Brushed

If you're only doing occasional cut-offs, a standard Makita grinder 18V will get you by. If you're on it most days, go Makita brushless grinder because it holds power better under load and is generally the safer bet for heat and battery efficiency.

4. Body Only vs Kit With Batteries

If you're already on Makita LXT, buy the Makita 18V grinder body only and spend the money on decent discs. If this is your first Makita battery grinder, get a Makita grinder 18V with battery and charger so you're not stuck sharing packs with your drill on a busy day.

Makita Angle Grinder FAQs

How much is a Makita angle grinder?

It depends on size and whether it is corded, 18V LXT cordless, or brushless, plus whether you are buying body only or a kit with battery and charger. As a rule, bigger disc sizes and Makita brushless grinders cost more, but they are the ones that cope best with daily site use.

Are Makita angle grinders any good?

Yes, they are a solid trade choice, especially the Makita 18V grinder and Makita brushless angle grinder models on the LXT platform. They take knocks, parts and consumables are easy to get, and they are built for the sort of repetitive cutting and grinding you do on refurbs and maintenance.

Which is better, a 115mm or 125mm angle grinder?

For most site lads, 125mm is the better all-rounder because you get a bit more cut depth and disc choice without much extra bulk. A 115mm Makita angle grinder is still handy where access is tight and you want maximum control, like trimming fixings, chasing small cuts, or working around pipework.

Is a Makita cordless angle grinder powerful enough for proper cutting?

For day-to-day cut-offs and grinding, yes, a Makita grinder 18V is plenty if you run a sharp disc and a decent battery. If you are doing long, continuous cuts or heavy grinding for hours, corded 240V or stepping up to heavier-duty models is still the sensible option for constant runtime.

Should I buy a Makita 18V grinder body only or a kit with batteries?

Buy Makita 18V grinder body only if you are already on Makita LXT and have enough batteries to keep it fed. If you are new to the platform or you only own one battery, get a Makita grinder 18V with battery and charger, because grinders drain packs quicker than drills when you are leaning on them.

Who Uses Makita Angle Grinders on Site?

  • Steel fixers and fabricators cutting and dressing metal all day, especially when a Makita grinder 18V keeps them moving around frames and platforms.
  • Brickies and general builders for raking out, trimming lintels, and quick cut-offs, where a 115mm or 125mm Makita angle grinder is the sensible day-to-day size.
  • Groundworkers and landscapers cutting paving and edging, often stepping up to larger grinders when they need proper cut depth on kerbs and slabs.
  • Maintenance teams and fitters who want a Makita cordless grinder body only to match existing LXT batteries, so there's no downtime waiting on chargers.

How an 18V Makita Cordless Grinder Works for You

A Makita angle grinder is only as good as the disc and the power behind it. With cordless models, battery size and motor type decide whether it feels sharp all day or fades halfway through the cut.

1. Disc size controls cut depth and control

A 115mm or 125mm Makita angle grinder is built for controlled cutting and grinding in tight spots, which is why you see them everywhere on refurbs. Step up to a Makita 9 inch grinder when you need serious depth and faster cutting on heavier materials, but it demands two hands and proper set-up.

2. Battery capacity is your runtime

On a Makita grinder 18V, bigger Ah batteries give you longer grinding time and less voltage sag under load. If you're doing repeated cuts or leaning on flap discs, small packs feel fine for quick work but won't keep pace on a full shift.

3. Brushless motors hold power under load

A Makita brushless angle grinder tends to keep its speed better when you're pushing into metal or masonry, which means cleaner cuts and less time fighting the tool. It's the difference between a grinder that "does" and one that earns its place in the van.

Makita Grinder Accessories That Save Time and Discs

The grinder is only half the story; the right discs and a couple of essentials stop you burning through consumables and fighting bad finishes.

1. Cutting Discs and Grinding Wheels (Correct Diameter)

Match the disc to your Makita 115mm angle grinder, 125mm grinder, or 9 inch grinder and to the material, because the wrong disc is how you end up with slow cuts, shattered edges, and wasted batteries.

2. Flap Discs for Metal Prep

Flap discs are the tidy way to prep welds and clean steel without gouging it to bits, and they leave a finish you can actually paint or coat without hours of rework.

3. Spare 18V LXT Batteries and Fast Charger

If you're running a Makita cordless grinder 18V, a second battery stops the job stalling mid-cut, especially when you're sharing packs with saws and drills on a busy day.

4. Proper Grinder PPE

A decent face shield or goggles, gloves, and hearing protection are not optional with grinders, because one burst disc or a shower of sparks will ruin your day quicker than any tool fault.

Shop Makita Angle Grinders at ITS

Whether you need a compact Makita angle grinder 18V for daily snagging, a Makita 125mm grinder for all-round site cutting, or a bigger 240V or 9 inch option for heavier work, we stock the full range. It's all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get back on the tools without waiting around.

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