Milwaukee M18 FLAG230XPDB Fuel 18V Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder 230mm

The Milwaukee M18 FLAG230XPDB (561610) is a cordless 18V brushless angle grinder taking a 230mm disc. It's the world's first single 18V battery-operated large angle grinder. That's a big deal for tradespeople who need corded-level power without the cable. It runs on the Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion platform and is sold as body only no battery or charger included.

The Powerstate brushless motor delivers maximum power and longer tool life than a brushed equivalent. No load speed sits at 6,600rpm with an M14 spindle thread. It punches through 42mm stainless steel pipe up to 68 cuts per charge. That's serious cutting capacity from a single 18V battery.

Safety is well covered. The integrated electronic brake stops the disc fast when you release the trigger cutting downtime and improving safety between cuts. The non-lockable paddle switch has a line-lock-out function to prevent accidental start-up. The anti-vibration side handle reduces fatigue on long jobs. At 65mm cutting depth it handles cutting grinding and surface prep across metal and steel.

Tool-free disc changes via the FIXTEC nut and a keyless guard make swapping discs fast on site. The removable dust screen protects the motor from debris. Milwaukee's lifetime manufacturer warranty covers all manufacturing defects. For trade users needing a large-disc cordless grinder this is a genuinely capable machine.

The M18 FLAG230XPDB uses a Powerstate brushless motor which has no carbon brushes to wear out. That means longer service life and more consistent power delivery compared to brushed motors. Running at 6,600rpm on an M14 spindle it drives a 230mm disc large enough for serious cutting and grinding on site. The integrated electronic brake cuts disc spin-down time sharply when the trigger is released. The non-lockable paddle switch with line-lock-out stops accidental start-up. All of this runs off the Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion platform making it compatible with a wide range of M18 batteries.

Always fit the correct guard use a grinding guard for grinding discs and a cutting guard for cutting discs. Check every disc is rated for at least 6,600rpm before fitting. Use the anti-vibration side handle at all times for control. Wear eye protection, gloves and hearing protection. The electronic brake stops the disc fast when you release the trigger but wait until it has fully stopped before setting the tool down. Never use a damaged disc.