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The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm Random Orbital Polisher Kit is the most powerful cordless RO polisher on the market. By harnessing the power, performance, and run-time of M18 FUEL technology, this tool delivers corded performance while providing users with the freedom to work anywhere. This battery-powered polisher gives users total control with its variable speed trigger, 8-position speed dial with RPM settings ranging from 2,650-5,100 RPM, trigger lock-on button, and maintains speed under load better than any cordless competitor. The M18 FUEL 15mm Random Orbital Polisher frees users from the fear and frustration they may face in applications from surface damage or cord management. With over 2 in. of battery clearance and proper use, users can rest assured that their work surface is protected from dents and scratches. The M18 FUEL 15mm Random Orbital Polisher provides the run-time necessary to keep professionals productive during polishing and heavy correction applications when paired with M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC 6.0Ah batteries. This polishing kit is easy to use and comfortable for extended periods with an optimized center of balance and ergonomic design."}},"base-catalog-320459549":{"__typename":"BaseProduct Power to Correct Heavy Defect Eliminates cords All-day comfort, more control Total control in polishing and heavy correction applications 6 in. pad capacity 8-speed dial with RPM's ranging from 2,400-4,500 RPM Variable speed trigger for greater precision and total user control Premium electronic motor feedback maintains speed and power under load Lock-on switch reduces user fatigue during extended use Optimized center of balance Ergonomic design for greater user comfort and portability 2.17 in. of battery clearance Compatible with all M18 REDLITHIUM batteries and chargers Includes: M18 FUEL 21mm Random Orbital Polisher

The Milwaukee M18 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw is designed to deliver powerful lightweight cutting for a variety of applications including plumbing, electrical, framing, finishing and carpentry. The cordless circular saw is a high-performance tool that delivers the most durability in a cordless saw. Its powerful 3,500 rpm motor quickly and easily cuts through tough material such as LVL headers. The soft-grip handle is ergonomically designed to provide superior comfort and balance for easily controlled cuts. An easy-to-read aircraft aluminum shoe is lightweight, durable and delivers greater accuracy in rip cuts while using the lightweight cordless circular saw.

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Milwaukee 2554-20 M12 FUEL 3/8 in. Stubby Impact Wrench - Bare Tool - Amazon.com

• Magazine Angle: 30°• Nail Capacity: 51• Nail Diameter: 2.8-3.3mm• Nail Type: 50-90mm• Flexible battery system: works with all Milwaukee M18 batteriesMilwaukee M18™ FUEL™ M18FFN-0C 34° Framing Nailer integrates three Milwaukee-exclusive technologies - the POWERSTATE™ brushless motor, REDLITHIUM™ battery...

About this product Product Identifiers Brand Milwaukee MPN 2524-20 UPC 0045242619559 Model M12 eBay Product ID (ePID) 28059273131 Product Key Features Power Source Battery Blade Material Carbide Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Color Red, Black Number of Blades 1 Number of Batteries 1 Voltage 12 V Type Handheld Planer Dimensions Item Length 10.87 in Item Height 4.86 in Item Width 3.83 in Item Weight 3.38 lb Additional Product Features Unit Type lb Show More Show Less

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THIS IS FOR THE FUEL VERSION PLEASE VERIFY WHICH VERSION YOU HAVE BEFORE PURCHASE. This mount can be used for either the M18 or M12 Fuel version of the tool - they are interchangeable. Experience the power of precise cutting with this plunge cutter! Oscillating tools make any job easier, but accuracy can be a struggle. Now you can make clean, straight cuts with control - no guesswork required. Eliminate tool skidding and fit issues from angled cuts - get your plunge cutter today, compatible with Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2836-20 Oscillating Multi Tool and M12 Fuel 2526-20 Oscillating Multi Tool! Features: Carbon fiber guide rods to reduce weight Precision printed high strength parts Stainless steel springs for long lasting performance No tools required for instalation Screws into existing holes High Friction pad Tools depicted are not included. This is a 3D printed item and may show ridge marks from printing.

The product is manufactured in china Brand name: Milwaukee Model number: DB303552 Country of Origin: China

Designed for the finish carpenter and remodeler, the Milwaukee M12 Brushless 2 in. Planer provides the power to plane and scribe in soft and hardwoods in a compact design. The M12 Brushless 2 in. Planer has the power to remove up to 5/64ths in a single pass. The dual-sided shavings port allows users to direct shavings to either side of the tool, improving ease of use and productivity. This lightweight and compact planer uses a 2 in. wide shoe, which is optimized for common applications such as scribing and planing doors. With 14,500 RPMs and 2 blades on the cutter head, the M12 Brushless 2 in. Planer delivers a smooth surface finish. With 21 depth settings ranging from 0 to 5/64ths, users have the ability to make precise, accurate cuts. The lockable kickstand allows users to store the kickstand away to avoid interference with the workpiece. The shavings collection attachment and universal hose adapter allows users to attach a vacuum to reduce clean-up time and maintain a clean jobsite. This battery-powered planer features an integrated battery fuel gauge and carries our industry-leading 5-year limited power tool warranty. Compatible with all Milwaukee M12 cordless tools and instruments, the M12 REDLITHIUM XC extended-capacity battery delivers 4 Ah (48 watt-hour) of run time-even in sub-zero temperatures. Each 12 volt lithium-ion battery is laden with new-age REDLINK circuitry engineered to prevent overloads and protect against cell-damaging discharge."}},"base-catalog-326683581":{"__typename":"BaseProduct POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor delivers maximum power and long motor life 14,500 RPMs and 2 Carbide blades for a smooth surface finish Dual sided shavings port to direct shavings to either side of the tool Included universal hose adapter provides compatibility with a wide range of vacuum sizes. Compact and lightweight design at only 3.1lbs 2" wide shoe optimized for common trim materials 21 depth settings varying from 0 - 5/64" Fits all M12™ battery packs. On-tool blade storage for added convenience Includes: (1) M12 Brushless 2" Planer, (1) Shavings Port Adapter, (1) Universal Hose Adapter, (4) 2" Carbide Blades, (1) Hex Key

These die grinders are powered by Milwaukee batteries of a compatible series and matching voltage Tools using lower-voltage batteries are generally lighter and more compact but less powerful than tools using higher-voltage batteries Power Tools Country of Manufacturing: United States

Overview Model # 2732-20 Store SKU # 1001357327 The Milwaukee M18 FUEL brushless cordless circular saw was designed for carpenters, remodelers and general contractors that rely on durable and dependable tools. This rechargeable battery powered circular saw delivers the same power and cuts faster than a 15 Amp corded saw, delivers up to 750 cuts per charge. The POWERSTATE Brushless Motor was purposely built for the M18 FUEL 7-1/4 -Inch Circular Saw to provide the power and performance of a 15 Amp corded circular saw. Built-in REDLINK PLUS Intelligence ensures optimal tool performance and provides overload protection to prevent damage to the tool and battery during heavy applications while still maintaining compatibility across the entire M18 System. Magnesium shoe and guards for maximum durability Integrated rafter hook for easy storage between cuts LED light for increased accuracy and visibility Integrated dust port on guard and included vac adapter Electric brake for stopping blade after trigger is released Includes: (1) 7-1/4 -Inch circular saw (2732-20), blade, wrench Manual 1001357327_User.pdf The Home Depot will provide an accessible format of PDFs upon request. Please contact us at 1-800-628-0525.

OK Leaders.... so I am pretty upscale savvy and good with power tools, but teaching a wood working badge to my Cadettes had me stumped. As usual I scoured the Internet, but I was unable to find any concrete suggestions on how to obtain this badge. I moseyed on over to Pinterest and still could not find much via Girl Scout Boards, but I was able to find some clever ideas to help meet the requirements of this badge. And while I am not certain I met every criteria GS would suggest, my girls had fun and they learned a lot! In my mind that makes this badge worth-while and meaningful. Discussion 30 minutes To begin our meeting I posed a few questions to my girls... Has anyone ever used a power drill? For what? Drills come in all sizes today and you can use electrical power, battery or re-chargeable batteries Has anyone hung a picture using something other than tack? What? What is the most complicated thing you have made? or built? Have you ever fixed or helped to fix a household item? What? Did you have directions? At this point I highly encouraged the girls to help the next time Mom or Dad is putting together something in the house that requires directions, i.e. a new entertainment center, large toy for a sibling, swing set, installing a washer. Girls can learn a lot from reading directions, handing tools to Dad and simply watching. If something breaks in your home, do your parents call a handyman or repair service? Do they attempt to fix it on their own? I encouraged the girls to try and fix items that break in the household through trial and error, especially if they plan on calling a handyman any ways. They might just get lucky and fix it themselves, building their confidence, saving money and learning a lot in the process. Where to start? Consider re-purposing or sprucing up existing furniture. How? I showed the girls some great photos of Furniture Upscaling, simply taking an old piece of furniture in their attic, from a garage sale or thrift store and transforming it into something different and new. You can view my Pinterest Board, "Upscaling Furniture", by searching for my pins Shannan Willman-Needleman Most importantly I tried to make them realize that in the near future they will move on to college and Mom and Dad will not always be around to help hang a picture and they will not be able to afford brand new, nice furniture, but they can fix things on their own and build things to meet their needs with some simple knowledge and the confidence to try on their own. Next we talked about some very important safety tips: Dress appropriately. Do not wear gloves, ties, scarves, loose fitting clothing or jewelry around moving equipment. Avoid distractions at all times. Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, face shields, dust masks, and hearing protection appropriate for the type of tool or equipment being used. Keep the working area and floor clean. Do not stand in water or use any electrical equipment in the rain. Be sure all equipment is properly grounded before use. Always use the correct tools and equipment for the job. Never use a tool or attachment on a machine for which it was not designed. Before plugging in a machine, make sure the switch is in the OFF position. Keep the power cords away from equipment while operating. We ended our discussion with a quick Hardware Challenge Worksheet I created and we reviewed some hardware facts. E-Mail me and I am happy to send these pdf files to you. Opening Activity: 20 minutes Each girl got a block of wood and was asked to drill in one flathead phillips screw. First they tried to drill in the screw by hand using a phillips screwdriver. Next they attempted to use a small drill, the Black and Decker Gyro. They attempted WITHOUT a pilot hole and struggled. So I taught them how to drill a small pilot hole using a drill bit and then they screwed in 2 screws and REMOVED them. ***The Black & Decker Gyro is one of the niftiest power tools on the market. It is perfect for every hand size and operates with the flick of the wrist. It comes in black and pink as a lady version. And the drill makes a great graduation gift :-)*** It is a nice tool for girls. In hind sight I probably would have chosen one of these activities below rather than trying to fit in both during our 3 hour, once a month Sunday meeting. Some girls were focused and nearly finished both, others barely got one done. If you have 2 meetings, you might be able to do both. It would be hard to choose one or the other however, the girls really liked both. Lighted Wooden Letters (1 hour Minimum): Goal: Girls will learn how to use a power drill and spray paint I purchased each girl their first name letter from Hobby Lobby ($3.99). I purchased 20 mini lights battery operated string lights ($3.99) Additional Supplies: Spray Paint Painter's Tape Staple Gun and Staples (mine was electric, but any heavy duty stapler would suffice) Power Drill with a 13/64th drill bit (preferably electric, my rechargeable battery power drill lost power after the 4 or 5th letter) Directions: Have the girls pencil 12-15 dots on the letters evenly spaced and avoid the edges of the letter, so try and have them stay relatively midline Using the 13/64 bit, drill holes where the girls penciled the dots. Allow the girls to drill the holes, watch closely and offer assistance. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A SCRAP PIECE OF WOOD BELOW THE LETTER BECAUSE THE DRILL BIT WILL DRILL THROUGH THE LETTER AND INTO THE SCRAP WOOD. Next have the girls paint the letter. My daughter chose to use chalkboard paint, some girls created chevrons using painter's tape. I had a variety of spray paint colors. The girls were asked to spray outside in the grass using an old cardboard box. This dries within 15 minutes to touch. Finally the girls poked the lights through the holes and I stapled the wires into place. I would not let the girls use the electric stapler, but they could probably use a simple heavy duty stapler. PRESTO! The girl's were mesmerized by the light and the marque-look. They can hang the letters, but I recommend a tripod for display so you can set the relatively heavy battery box next to the letter. Wood String-Art Elephant (1 hour Minimum): I really worried the girls might not be able to handle this project, but I was pleasantly surprised. The girls loved hammering and did amazingly well. Goal: Girls will use hammer, nails and stain Wooden Plaque from Wal-Mart ($3.49) Grey String from Wal-Mart (100yards for $1.99, can make 2 or more) Nails (18gauge, 3/4in length, make sure the nails have a head or the string will pop off) Tack hammer from Wal-Mart ($2.79) Stain Foam Brush Mechanical Pencil (lead removed) Elephant Template (printed on simple, white computer paper) Saw-Tooth Picture Hanger Stain the wood and remove the excess with a damp cloth (baby wipes). Allow to dry for a few minutes. Set elephant template on the plaque and place 3 nails on the 3 dots on the template to hold into place. Nails do not have to go in deep, merely a few taps to press the nails in 1/4 of the way. Continue taping in nails every 1cm or less, not too close, not too far away :-) Once all the nails have been placed, remove the template by simply ripping it off the plaque. Next, I used an exacto knife to create a small hole in the side of the mechanical pencil and thread the string through the hole and out the tip of the pencil. This step is CRITICAL and was a fantastic Pinterest suggestion. I am not sure the girls could have completed the stringing part without it. Click here for the Mechanical Pencil Tip: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/164029611404843673/ (The only difference I made my hole closer to the tip) I DID NOT LET THEG IRLS USE THE EXACTO KNIFE. I had these ready for use at the meeting. Knot the thread onto one nail and begin the stringing part. It is really self explanatory if you look at the picture really well. Tip: Be sure and double wind the string around a nail after every 3-4 nails, this will ensure that the string stays in place. At the end simply double knot the string and trim. Embellish with gems or sequins near the trunk. We used E-6000 to adhere the sequins. Turn over plaque and hammer in the saw-tooth hanger. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/164029611404843666/ Here is one of the girl's elephant: Awesome Right? CLICK HERE to view all worksheets If you download my files please list your troop #, council and state in the comments area. I love for readers to see all the active leaders in the area looking and sharing resources! Also this keeps me inspired to continue updating my posts! UPDATE!! Recently I completed this activity with my younger Cadette troop. I changed the activity a bit to accommodate for the amount of time we had at our meeting. The girls really loved their personalized monogrammed artwork.

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M18 FUEL 1/2" Compact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring is the most compact in its class, delivering you the most access in tight spaces, up to 250 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque, and maximum workspace visibility. This battery-powered impact wrench measures only 4.9" in length with a POWERSTATE? Brushless motor to provide the power to remove stubborn fasteners, even in confined spaces. The MILWAUKEE 1/2" Compact Impact Wrench has tri-LEDs that surround the anvil to deliver you brighter light with fewer shadows. 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL offers greater precision with a range of pre-set RPM and IPM levels, selectable from a single button on the tool. By selecting Mode 4, AUTO SHUT-OFF control applies no more than 20 ft-lbs of torque for hand-tight fastening applications to prevent overtightening. Mode 4 also features Bolt Removal Control delivers full torque output, then decreases RPMs once the bolt is loosened to prevent fastener drops. REDLINK PLUS Intelligence electronics make these controls possible while ensuring maximum performance, protecting the tool against overloads, over-heating, and over-discharge. INCLUDES (1) M18 FUEL 1/2 " Compact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring Bare Tool(2855-20)

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