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4 1/2 inch grinder switch type??

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Dave2pa

04-08-2006 06:50:34

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Looking to buy a small 4 1/2 inch Grinder ,Probably a Bosch, Do you guys prefer the paddle type switch or the switch up on the side?? you can get the paddle type with a lock-on feature also,,Also does anyone know do the paddle types have a safety that has to be depressed before the paddle can be depressed?? some of those safeties can be a real pain Dave

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Slowpoke

04-12-2006 02:44:29

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

Good question, Dave. I find the front push switch gets worn and won't stay on without holding with your finger. It gets tiring real fast. It's also at the fattest part of the body and that also gets tiring if you have smaller hands. I have three of that type, B&D, Makita & DeWalt. The 2 paddle types I have are Craftsman, #900.277230. There is a safety lock which I can operate with gloves and the grip is smaller in diameter than the body. Easy on the hand. A lock on button is there, but I don't recommend using it. Paddle types give better control than griping just behind the head of the push switch style. Of course, you should always use the side handle for safety and better control. My 4 1/2" Craftsman grinders are the same model and I recently bought the second one on ebay because of the problems with the push switch style. I've used an older paddle switch grinder without the safety lock and had it start when the paddle was set down on something. I have developed a hook type hanger so that I don't need to wait for the grinder to stop before setting it down....

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Cliff Neubauer

04-09-2006 06:44:14

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I've got a 4.5" Metabo with the switch on the top and I really like it. I've used a couple of paddle switch grinders and I don't care for them.

P.S. We had a Makita grinder in the past but this used Metabo I bought off ebay for $35 is alot nicer grinder to use.

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Russ from MN

04-08-2006 18:09:46

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I had a memorable experience with a 4" Skill with a paddle switch! Seems I have this habit of holding things under my arm when I run out of hands! Ground a hole in the armpit of my jacket, didn't draw any blood, just gave me some education!

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LeMaverick

04-08-2006 17:32:19

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I have the Makita 5" with paddle switch. After five years of use it is a great machine (and I'm not known for being easy on equipment). Don't like the top switches.

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dan67

04-08-2006 10:04:36

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I've got a dewalt with a top mounted push switch, switch would stay on ether, Its the worst. paddle would be better trigger much better

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T_Bone

04-08-2006 08:42:32

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

Hi Dave,

Why not buy the best that will last a life time, 5" Makita #9005B, about $130, 10000rpm, 5/8" spindle so it uses common lower cost wheels wheels, metal gear driven.

Although it's twice the size as a 4.5" it only weighs a few ounces more. At twice the body size gives you better control while grinding/cutting without the weight of a 7" grinder.

Commericaly we switched 30yrs ago to the Makita 5" vs the Milwaukee 4.5" and found the 5" size not to be a problem but controlled the grinder 100 times better while cutting in tight places.

T_Bone

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Not saying

04-08-2006 09:00:54

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to T_Bone, 04-08-2006 08:42:32

makita does'nt make a good grinder,because they do. If you want the "best",buy Metabo. You'll never be sorry.

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Stan in Oly, WA

04-08-2006 10:42:26

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Not saying, 04-08-2006 09:00:54

What?

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Pete in Cal

04-08-2006 08:11:02

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I have a Milwaukee with the paddle switch. It has a safety that is easy to use with or without gloves.

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Chris(WA)

04-08-2006 07:24:18

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Dave2pa, 04-08-2006 06:50:34

I have had several Dewalts with the large paddle switches. They are the cats @ss especally when wearing heavy welding gloves. Had a Metabo. Great grinder but hated that side switch! My2 cents worth...

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Glen in TX

04-08-2006 09:35:04

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Re: 4 1/2 inch grinder switch type?? in reply to Chris(WA), 04-08-2006 07:24:18

I've got a later yellow Dewalt 4.5" and the stupid push switch on top doesn't stay locked when you want it to. The older ones with paddle switches were discontinued I think because too much chance of accidents if grinder was laid down on large paddle switch turning it on again and I had a few of those and had that happen. Get a quality brand 5" with a trigger switch.

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