Makita U.S.A. Inc.'s seven new 4-in. to 5-in. angle grinders include the 9553 NB, 9553NBK, 9554NB, 9557NB, 9558NB, 9557PB, and 9558PB. The company reports the grinders' weight, features and amps make them suitable for use by welders and shipyards. Units sport two ball bearings for smooth power transfer to the gears and increased motor life. To reduce heat and energy loss, the armature and field coil wires are wound close with thick wires.

Makita U.S.A. Inc.
La Mirada, Calif.
makitatools.com