15 best Bulgarians (LBM)

The best grinders for home and professional use - models with powerful engines, reliable protection from dust and minimal vibrations.

Which angle grinder is better to buy

Angle grinders are classified according to a number of features, but the main parameter is the diameter of the disc, the main consumable material of any grinder. Its size determines the scope of the tool.

The most common are the cars under the disks of five main diameters:

1. 115 and 125 mm - such are equipped with household models with the number of revolutions at idle 10-12 thousand rev / min;

2. 150 and 180 mm - put on large angle grinders for repair and construction works, which have about 7-9 thousand revolutions on the spindle;

3. 230 mm - the largest industrial grinders.

Power will also help to distinguish the "amateur" machine from the professional. For the first, 600–900 W is considered the optimal rate. For complex work in the field of repair and construction is better to choose a tool with a capacity of 1.3-1.5 kW and above.

Domestic grinders usually can not boast of any improvements, except for soft start, lock button and spindle lock. But in professional models it is already possible to meet manual adjustment of rotational speed and stabilizer of revolutions under load.

We already told about other subtleties of the choice of angle grinders in our article: how to choose angle grinders for home and gardentherefore, let us now turn to the review of the best models presented in construction shops.

The best grinders with a disk up to 125 mm, working from the network

This section presents the most compact angle grinders that are commonly referred to as amateur or household models.

AEG WS 13-125 XE - a Bulgarian with extended functionality

Powerful, but at the same time compact and inexpensive household grinder got all the necessary functions for comfortable work: adjustment and maintenance of speed, smooth start, quick replacement of equipment.

In the "piggy bank" of the advantages of this model we also assign lower vibration due to the excellent balancing of the engine and the vibration-damping material of the handle.

The engine power of 1.3 kW is more than enough to perform most construction and repair work. The maximum idling speed is 11,500 min-1, the minimum is 2,800.

Advantages:

• High power;
• "Adult" functionality;
• The self-tightening nut of fastening of circles;
• Lever-type cover lock with a simple change of position.

Disadvantages:

• Cord dubeet in the cold.

AEG, despite its compact dimensions, typical for household angle grinders, has a large power reserve and all the features of a professional tool.

Metabo WEQ 1400-125 - the safest machine

One of the best among the 125-millimeter models received built-in automation that supports constant spindle speed under load, and a smooth start.

For the safety of operation are responsible here: the system of auto-shutdown of the engine when overloaded and the mechanical clutch, which disconnects the drive shaft when locking the snap-in. Power LB 1.4 kW, the number of revolutions - 11500 r / min.

Advantages:

• Stabilization of turns;
• The possibility of replacing circles without additional tools;
• Safety clutch;
• Smooth start;
• Protection against accidental activation;
• The possibility of turning the gearbox housing in increments of 90 °.

Disadvantages:

• Revolution adjustment is not provided.

Metabo WEQ - semi-professional Bulgarian in a compact design. It is reliable, designed for continuous operation and at the same time has a relatively small weight (2.2 kg).

Makita GA 4530 - compact, but productive model

The novelty in the line of compact angle grinders of a well-known Japanese brand thanks to a powerful 750-watt electric motor and 11 thousand turns quietly copes with simple “home” jobs: cutting, grinding, polishing metal and stone. The diameter of the rig is 115 mm, the weight of the grinder is 1.8 kg.

The difference of GA 4530 from the previous models in the lineup is the increased angle of inclination of the side handle in relation to the body - it is much more convenient to use the tool. The main advantage of the machine was a well-thought-out dust protection with a labyrinth bearing seal.

Advantages:

• Compact size and low weight;
• Reliability;
• Ergonomic body with a comfortable tilted handle;
• Good protection against abrasive dust;
• Convenient when working with one hand.

Disadvantages:

• No speed adjustment;
• Fastening the protective cover is performed only with a key.

Makita GA 4530 - Bulgarian with a good margin of power. You can install a 125 mm disk on it and work on 5 mm metal without the risk of a wedge or failure.

Hitachi G12SR4 - a reliable model for working with tiles

One of the most popular angle grinders for household use was loved by many masters for their indestructibility and excellent balancing.

The power of a 730-watt electric motor and a rotational speed of 10 thousand rpm is sufficient for cutting and grinding various materials.

Hitachi functionality is standard for budget angle grinders: it is a spindle lock and power button. The Bulgarian is suitable for both 115 and 125 mm discs.

Advantages:

• Endurance;
• Does not overheat during long work;
• Lack of vibrations and excessive load on the hands;
• Reliable landing circles.

Disadvantages:

• Mediocre dust protection.

Hitachi G12SR4 is a reliable and convenient tool for the home wizard. Especially good, he will show himself in working with tiles and porcelain.

Bosch PWS 700-115 - the easiest Bulgarian for work with one hand

The novelty in the line of German angle grinders with a disc diameter of 115 mm fell into our rating due to its reliability, compact design, low weight and ease of operation.

The 700 W engine allows you to use this model for metal, stone and ceramic tile cutting. Spindle speed at idle - 11 thousand rev / min, the weight of the angle grinder slightly less than 1.7 kg.

The manufacturer has taken care of protecting the instrument from dust by applying the patented Dust Protection system. It also provides a simple change in the fit of the casing - no additional tool is needed for this.

Advantages:

• Spindle lock for disk replacement;
• Two-way fastening handle.
• Reliable dust protection;
• Comfortable grip;
• You can work with one hand.

Disadvantages:

• With long work noticeably heated.

Despite the average engine power, significantly narrowing the scope of the tool, the Bosch PWS 700 is a really interesting model. It is one of the easiest in its segment, but it can also work with a snap of 125 mm.

The best grinders for a circle of 150-180 mm, working from the network

Angle grinders with a tool of such diameter are considered to be a very serious tool and can perform most of the work, including cutting steel, stone and concrete.

DeWALT DWE4238 - angle grinders with active protection against dust

The American 1.4-kilowatt model for 150 mm discs gives up to 9000 revolutions per spindle. But its key feature was an innovative cooling system with active dust removal.

It prevents premature wear and abrasive damage to the “filling” of the power tool, thereby significantly increasing its service life. And for the safety of use is responsible for the zero voltage switch.

Low weight, good balancing of the power section and a snug ergonomic body make it possible to work effectively with the tool with one hand (despite the weight of 2.5 kg). ABOUT

The design of the protective casing, which is regulated without any tools, deserves a special mention.

Advantages:

• Endurance;
• Active dust protection;
• Ergonomic body;
• Protection against accidental launch;
• Anti-vibration handle.

Disadvantages:

• Lack of support and adjustment of revolutions.

DeWALT DWE4238 - semi-professional Bulgarian, designed for long-term daily work. It is relatively inexpensive, but it will last at least 5-7 years.

Makita 9566C - reliable machine for working on metal

The full-range angle grinder with professional functions of the tool has a smooth start, stabilization of revolutions, as well as protection against overloads and inadvertent activation.

Engine power - 1.4 kW, at idle, the Bulgarian produces 10,000 rpm. The Makita case meets all requirements of ergonomics that simplifies work with the machine weighing 2.4 kg.

According to users, the main advantage of this model is its endurance, which allows the machine to work for a long time without stopping. Thank for this is the reduction of the gear on the gearbox.

Advantages:

• Good power;
• Overload protection;
• Speed ​​support;
• Sophisticated security system.

Disadvantages:

• There is no quick disk change;
• Side handle without vibration protection.

Makita 9566C will appeal to those who work with metal every day (cutting, grinding, etc.). But because of the vibrations on the handle, it is better to use it only for short-term operations.

Bison UShM-180-1800 - a budget option

One of the cheapest angle grinders in its segment is equipped with a 1.8 kW engine, giving out up to 6000 rpm idling.

Despite the rather large size of the machine for 180-millimeter discs, it is convenient to use it, thanks to the swivel ergonomic handle and adjustable gear head in 90 ° increments.

In addition, the model received an easily adjustable casing with a lever lock, anti-vibration handle and a system of quick replacement brushes.

The functionality of the domestic model can compete with stuffed branded grinders. There is a smooth start, and overload protection, and convenient spindle lock. The reliability of the tool increases manifold protection and labyrinth seals.

Advantages:

• Solid engine power;
• Competently implemented enhanced dust protection;
• Sufficient feature set;
• Fixing the button in the working position;
• Very low cost (about 4000-4500 rubles);
• 5 year warranty.

Disadvantages:

• No stabilization of revolutions;
• Unregulated speed.

In general, ZUBR is a good Bulgarian, and even for its money, and even more so. But there remains the risk of running into an unsuccessful assembly, after which the machine will not last for a long time, and finding parts for it will be problematic.

The best network grinders with a disk of 230 mm

This section presents a tool designed for serious work on metal, stone, concrete, wood. This is useful both in production and at a large construction site.

Hammer USM 2350 A - reliable and affordable angle grinders

Serious semi-professional model of the new generation is suitable for any work: from cutting steel and stone processing to grinding concrete and wood. The angle grinder is equipped with a 2350 W motor and a gearbox with an innovative heat removal system that provides an idle speed of 6000 rpm.

The capabilities of the machine are standard for this class of equipment: soft start, spindle lock and buttons. There is also a three-position swivel arm, as well as a quick replacement of brushes without disassembling the whole body. The weight of the grinder is 6 kg.

Advantages:

• Impressive power;
• Starting current limit at start;
• High-quality assembly;
• Does not overheat with prolonged loads;
• Affordable price of about 5.5 thousand rubles.

Disadvantages:

• Rotation speed is not regulated.

Despite the low cost, the Bulgarian Hammer is made to last. It is convenient to work with it, and the machine itself is able to withstand daily operation for several years - only brushes change.

Metabo WE 26-230 MVT Quick - thought out to the smallest detail

This professional Bulgarian is considered the best in terms of price, workmanship and functionality.

The power of the engine is 2.6 kW and the rotational speed of a snap-in of 6600 revolutions makes it easy to process steel, cast iron, artificial and natural stone.

All the functions you need for a professional tool are: soft start, spindle lock, overload and restart protection with light indication, fast locking nut under the abrasive wheel. For convenient work in any position on the body, a 3-position handle is provided.

Advantages:

• High-quality assembly, plus quality materials;
• Easy installation of the casing and keyless discs;
• Vibration protection on the handle;
• Increased engine life;
• Built-in turbofan for dust protection and cooling;
• Disabled brushes.

Disadvantages:

• A rather big cost (from 11 to 13 thousand).

Metabo Quick - well-designed machine with all the necessary protections. Moreover, the manufacturer has paid attention not only to the durability of LBM, but also to the issues of operator comfort.

Milwaukee AGV 26-230 GE DMS - comfortable work without vibrations

Milwaukee AGV is a powerful Bulgarian for solving complex production problems. The 2.6 kW engine through the gearbox produces 6,600 rpm, while the vibrations are hardly felt due to the compensating auto-balancer and the vibration damping body.

The model is equipped with a 7-way rotary handle, so that it is convenient to use a tool weighing 5.5 kg from any position.

Also here it is worth noting the well-implemented dust protection and carbon brushes with autoshutdown, which at critical wear and tear simply de-energize the motor. This will be a signal to replace them.

Advantages:

• High power;
• Thoughtful ergonomics;
• Dust protection of bearings and motor windings.
• Self-switching brushes;
• Virtually absent vibration on the body and handle.

Disadvantages:

• Very expensive - 27 thousand rubles.

For house masters Milwaukee AGV is too powerful and expensive grinder. But the professionals who have to work with LBM every day for several hours, and even in a close space, will definitely like it.

The best battery grinders

Autonomous angle grinders, although they do not differ in special performance, will be able to help out when it is necessary to do a small amount of work away from an electrical outlet.

Ryobi R18AG-0 - good for small jobs

A practical and functional model from the Japanese brand comes in a sturdy plastic case with rubberized pads in the grip area. It is designed to use circles 115 mm, but gives a total of 6,500 rpm.

LBM is powered by a removable 18-watt battery (albeit, it usually does not come bundled and must be purchased separately). The protection cover is fixed without tools simply by using the lever. On the case of the grinder itself, an additional three-position handle is provided.

For such a crumb, it does not seem mandatory, but since the buttons here are located just like on “adult” models, using Ryobi with one hand will be really uncomfortable.

Advantages:

• He is on friendly terms with Li-lon and Ni-Cd batteries, although the second is not long enough;
• Simple mounting plate - manually;
• Relatively quiet in operation;
• Under the cover are placed circles 125 mm;
• Price up to 5,000 rubles for the "carcass."

Disadvantages:

• The need to hold with two hands.

Ryobi - a good home Bulgarian, which is always at hand at the right moment.

Bosch GWS 18-125 V-LI - with cooled batteries

The Bulgarian for snap-in of 125 mm has a decent functionality, and, most importantly, it is completed with two capacious Li-lon batteries for 4 Ah · h with CoolPack radiators (for more efficient heat removal). True, it is they who double the cost of the "carcass".

The number of revolutions on the spindle when idle turns on reaches 10 thousand. The battery charge, load and maintaining a stable rotational speed of the snap is controlled by the electronics.

Also, to ensure comfortable work with the tool, the manufacturer has provided a two-way handle and the ability to rotate the gearbox (traditional step - 90 °).

Advantages:

• Load control on the engine;
• High revs;
• Two batteries included;
• "Smart" charging - also with a cooling system;
• Comes with 2 batteries.

Disadvantages:

• High cost - the entire kit will cost at least 24 thousand rubles;
• Strongly sagging speed under load.

In general, we have a good home grinder for small works of any length. One charged battery is enough for it to whittle away a new disk, and during this time the second one will have time to charge almost completely (exactly 80 percent).

The best pneumatic grinders

Pneumatic angle grinders are distinguished by their simple construction, unpretentious maintenance and endurance. As a rule, these are professional and industrial models, although they are inferior in functionality to their electrical counterparts.

Air Pro SA5517 - compact Bulgarian under a large circle

Due to the high speed of rotation of the disc at 7600 rpm and power, approximately corresponding to 1.4 kW for electric models, this grinder easily cuts, smoothes and grinds metal.

The body of the machine is quite compact, but it is designed for a circle diameter of 180 mm. Air consumption during the work of LBM - 160 l / min.

Air Pro is able to maintain stable momentum under load. But of all types of protection, only the complete shield is used here. The compressed air is supplied through a 3/8 "connection.

Advantages:

• High power;
• Ergonomic body;
• Small dimensions;
• Maintain a constant number of revolutions.

Disadvantages:

• Not everywhere is on sale.

The small and relatively light 3-kg Bulgarian Air Pro is designed for industrial use only.

Suntech SM-5D - 6410S / M14 - Sturdy Workshop Tool

The Taiwan pneumatic grinder, due to its small mass (2 kg) and excellent ergonomics, lies comfortably in the hand, without creating an extra load even with prolonged use.

Its body is made of impact-resistant plastic, which is important when used in workshops and production workshops.

LBM is designed for accessories with a diameter of 125 mm and issues up to 10 thousand revolutions on the spindle. Its air consumption is relatively small - 113 l / min. Start is provided with a convenient pedal.

Advantages:

• Sturdy case;
• Light weight;
• Protection against unintentional activation;
• Easy pedal travel.

Disadvantages:

• Price from 20 thousand rubles and above.

Suntech SM-5D is perfect for working in difficult conditions and calmly withstand not too careful handling.