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Milwaukee M12 FUEL 3" Compact Cut Off Tool (Bare Tool)

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$80

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Northern Tool has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 3" Compact Cut Off Tool (Bare Tool, 2522-20) for ~$80 when you add a $1+ Filler Item and apply $20 off $100+ promo code 287149 in cart. Shipping is free.

Note: A filler item is required to apply the $20 off $100+ promo code.

Thanks to community member Dies-Alder for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Operates at 20,000 RPM for fast and accurate cutting performance
  • Reversible blade rotation for ultimate cutting control
  • Powerstate brushless motor delivers maximum power and long motor life
  • Redlink Plus intelligence provides optimized performance and overload protection
  • Tool free guard adjustment for convenience and ease of use
  • Includes accessory guard and shoe with vacuum port for dust mitigation and cut depth adjustment
  • Includes 7/16in. flange adapter for compatibility with 3in. Dremel SawMax accessories
  • LED light for improved visibility in confined spaces and low light situations

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Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • This tool is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 1,600 customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Northern Tool has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 3" Compact Cut Off Tool (Bare Tool, 2522-20) for ~$80 when you add a $1+ Filler Item and apply $20 off $100+ promo code 287149 in cart. Shipping is free.

Note: A filler item is required to apply the $20 off $100+ promo code.

Thanks to community member Dies-Alder for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Operates at 20,000 RPM for fast and accurate cutting performance
  • Reversible blade rotation for ultimate cutting control
  • Powerstate brushless motor delivers maximum power and long motor life
  • Redlink Plus intelligence provides optimized performance and overload protection
  • Tool free guard adjustment for convenience and ease of use
  • Includes accessory guard and shoe with vacuum port for dust mitigation and cut depth adjustment
  • Includes 7/16in. flange adapter for compatibility with 3in. Dremel SawMax accessories
  • LED light for improved visibility in confined spaces and low light situations

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • This tool is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 1,600 customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Dies-Alder

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keyboardphantom
I've had this tool for a few years now. I don't use it very frequently, but it's been reliable each time I need it. This is a great offering from Milwaukee. I use it mostly for cutting through tile to replace 3 handle shower valves to a single handle Moen Shower Valve with an oval trim plate instead of a traditional circular one, and I've also used the other cutting wheel for some repairs to my drain cleaning equipment. This tool is very easy to control and makes a lot less mess than a traditional grinder. If mine ever breaks, I'm buying another one immediately.
alphawave
It's 12V versus the 'competition' at 18V+. Sometimes with hand tools, smaller/lighter is better than brute strength.
BraveSummer7472
I have this and the Dewalt 20v model and I always grab the M12 cut off tool. Plenty power for the size.

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Expected delivery is Jan 22!


Torque Test Chanel's most recent cut-off tool comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOpPbCmriJE
Skip to the end to see the chart comparing Milwaukee vs all the others, otherwise watch their first cut-off tool video looking at Milwaukee. It's objectively under powered compared to the competition.
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Confused as to why you posted this as a deal, but then proceeded to say it's not great compared to others on the market.

Seems like a decent price though.
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Quote from katncaed :
Confused as to why you posted this as a deal, but then proceeded to say it's not great compared to others on the market.

Seems like a decent price though.
It's 12V versus the 'competition' at 18V+. Sometimes with hand tools, smaller/lighter is better than brute strength.
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I've had this tool for a few years now. I don't use it very frequently, but it's been reliable each time I need it. This is a great offering from Milwaukee. I use it mostly for cutting through tile to replace 3 handle shower valves to a single handle Moen Shower Valve with an oval trim plate instead of a traditional circular one, and I've also used the other cutting wheel for some repairs to my drain cleaning equipment. This tool is very easy to control and makes a lot less mess than a traditional grinder. If mine ever breaks, I'm buying another one immediately.
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BraveSummer7472
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I have this and the Dewalt 20v model and I always grab the M12 cut off tool. Plenty power for the size.
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redeyedog
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You think this would cut through floor tiles? I want to leave the tiles under the counter cabinets this time for relacing the kitchen floor without ripping everything out. Putting in wood composite this time, transition into cabinet bases...
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Quote from redeyedog :
You think this would cut through floor tiles? I want to leave the tiles under the counter cabinets this time for relacing the kitchen floor without ripping everything out. Putting in wood composite this time, transition into cabinet bases...

Yes it will, but if it's for larger cuts I'd definitely look at a larger grinder.

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Quote from alphawave :
It's 12V versus the 'competition' at 18V+. Sometimes with hand tools, smaller/lighter is better than brute strength.
I have the ridgid, and it is as light and small as the milwaukee. I can choose to use a 1.5ah small battery or a 6ah, depending on need. And it did the best on the TTC test.
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Quote from katncaed :
Confused as to why you posted this as a deal, but then proceeded to say it's not great compared to others on the market.

Seems like a decent price though.

He sees it's a deal but is also aware the product isn't the best so he provides alternatives
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Quote from katncaed :
Confused as to why you posted this as a deal, but then proceeded to say it's not great compared to others on the market.

Seems like a decent price though.
If you're in the Milwaukee M12 platform it's a good deal.

If you're platform agnostic, or require a more powerful tool, then there's better options.
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Quote from Dies-Alder :
If you're in the Milwaukee M12 platform it's a good deal.

If you're platform agnostic, or require a more powerful tool, then there's better options.
Ridgid is $69 after hack right now
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../312620578
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Quote from alphawave :
It's 12V versus the 'competition' at 18V+. Sometimes with hand tools, smaller/lighter is better than brute strength.
I have about 30 of the 24v Kobalt tools and now about 30 of the Milwaukee M12's. I always reach for the M12's first. They're lighter and smaller and get into tighter spaces. And in the case of the new gen3 stubby (2562/2563) they're actually more powerful.
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Quote from katncaed :
Confused as to why you posted this as a deal, but then proceeded to say it's not great compared to others on the market.

Seems like a decent price though.
Because he's not a salesman, he's providing alternatives.
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Finally, a way to quickly get those cats before the cops arrive...

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Works on any item over $100. There's some tool + free battery deals that net M12 sets to a really good price. Works on the new stubby impact as well so net $179, although currently on back order.
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