I hope that you’ve been enjoying our Milwaukee NPS17 new tool coverage! We have already posted about our favorites and the most exciting of the new and upcoming tools, but there’s still much more to come.
There are actually a LOT more new Milwaukee tools to talk about. Since we’re pacing ourselves on the remaining coverage, I felt that there was room for a sort of teaser post that shows off a lot of the new tools you might not have seen yet.
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Table of Contents
- M18 Cordless Tools
- M12 Cordless Tools
- One-Key
- Hand Tools
- Tool Storage
- Workwear
- LED Lighting
- Masonry Accessories
- Power Tool Accessories
- ETA/Availability Info
New M18 Cordless Tools
There’s a new M18 Fuel brushless miter saw with 7-1/4″ blade. This is one of our favorites of the new cordless tools.
And there will also be a new M18 Fuel Hackzall. It’s similar to the brushed motor version, but with longer cutting stroke and beefier mechanism.
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There are new M18 Fuel and M18 One-Key heavy duty impact wrenches coming out. Both have some neat features, such as a “fastener loosening” mode on the Fuel model, and lug nut-specific selectable torque on the One-Key model.
We’ve already told you about the new M18 heat gun (on the right). We are very excited to see if it can perform true to its promise and potential.
There’s a new M18 Fuel mud mixer. It looks to be more ergonomic than a cordless drill, it offers easier speed selection and control, and has a beefed up mechanical design.
There’s a new M18 One-Key site light, and it holds a surprise…
It features a 2-position battery bay, for longer runtime.
This is the M18 Rover LED worklight, one of the standout new tools Ben recently posted about.
New M12 Cordless Tools
To start off, there are 3 new M12 Fuel brushless ratchets that Milwaukee says can take on leading air-powered models.
We’re also really excited about the new M12 cordless soldering iron, and eager to see if it’s as good as Milwaukee talked it up to be.
The new M12 Fuel brushless drills (drill/driver and hammer drill) are shorter and sport some smaller updates.
There’s also a new M12 Fuel 2nd generation brushless impact driver (right), which is noticeable shorter than the 1st gen model. It’s not just shorter, it has a different configuration and balance. There are also now 4 selectable speed modes, not just 2.
I briefly talked about the new M12 cordless stapler in my first NPS17 coverage. It’s a tool some attendees yawned about, but I for one really liked it. It drove the test staples flush, even at half power, and was quite a joy to test fire.
There was an M12 underhood LED work light on display.
I would have missed this if not for a Milwaukee product manager or VP pointing it out. It’s an M12 USB charger. It can charge an M12 battery pack via USB, or use an M12 battery pack to charge a device via USB.
It’s a neat idea.
There’s a new air snake pipe clearing tool, which blasts air through pipes or drains to blast clogs free.
One-Key
These are all the One-Key-equipped tools Milwaukee has out now. The new LED site lite and heavy duty impact wrench are discussed in the M18 section, above.
Hand Tools
This is one of the new combination wrenches.
I posted about them on the Garage Journal forum, and superautobacs pointed out that it looks very similar to wrenches made by Infar. Meaning, Infar could be the OEM.
The larger sets come with amazing space-saving trays.
There are smaller sets too.
The larger sets don’t skip any sizes!
There are new screwdrivers! These are the new ergonomic ones, with a tri-lobe design. There are some demo drivers mixed in.
These are the new cushion-grip screwdrivers. There’s a lot more going on than it seems. Milwaukee designed them to go head to head with competing designs, and expect these to come out in front.
These are the new demo drivers, extreme demo driver, and new multi-bit screwdrivers.
New mechanics’ pry bars, with I-beam shafts.
New tin snips with ergonomic handles!
There are new bolt cutters in 2 different styles – traditional, and with extendable handles. The extendable-handle bolt cutters were really interesting, and I liked how easy it was to adjust the handle length.
The extending handle bolt cutters had 3 handle positions – short, long, and an intermediate setting that almost no one will ever use. That middle setting might come in handy when you need more leverage but don’t have the space for full extension.
This is Milwaukee’s new [Insert your own liquid refreshment containment and delivery device caption here].
Ratcheting PVC cutters in 2 sizes.
New low voltage tools, centered around voice/data/video wiring tasks. Learning about these tools made me feel less intimidating about doing my own networking work.
New level cases. Maybe new levels too? Sorry, I was still drooling over the new screwdrivers, wrenches, and storage products and missed the presentation.
This little guy was so cute! It’s a mini level with adjustable angle settings. Magnetic, too, with a V-groove.
New screeding levels for smoothing and leveling concrete.
There’s a new Empire torpedo level with LED light. It seemed crazy-durable, and is probably the most solidly built torpedo level I’d ever seen.
Someone tossed it high enough that it punctured the tent, and it hit the ground without being worse for wear.
I don’t know if it’s considered a hand tool, but there’s a new thermal imager coming out. It offers decent resolution, a simple and easy to use “point and shoot” interface, it’s powered by a 9V battery, and costs a lot less than other standalone thermal imaging thermometers.
Tool tethers, and some nice ones at that.
Fixed blade knives. Some people were oohing and ahhing over the new Hardline knife. I feel indifferent towards it.
Tool Storage
In case you missed it, Milwaukee is coming out with a line of Packout modular tool boxes, tote bags, and organizers.
While we’re talking about tool storage, there’s a new low profile backpack, an “Ultimate” jobsite backpack, and a cooler that keeps your drinks cold and also has a place for your tape measure.
At first glance, the low profile backpack didn’t seem small, just simply designed to be slimmer. I’ve actually been getting excited about it a little.
The Ultimate Jobsite Backpack just seemed to have a lot of pockets and storage capacity. I didn’t hear the presentation for these products either, I just kind of hit the station, poked around a little, took some photos, and moved on.
This is the cooler everyone wanted to liberate from the “meals” tent.
There’s a new 46″ premium and higher capacity tool storage combo.
Workwear
More gloves, these being cut resistant of varying levels.
I’d wear one of these cold weather hats.
New sweatshirt, non-heated.
There were new GridIron stuff, such as this bib overalls. QUICK – how many different Milwaukee workwear products is this mannequin wearing? I count… 4?
LED Lighting
This is the new RedLithium USB rover LED worklight. AMAZING! Well, not really from an objective point of view, but I was really impressed.
Depending on the price, I want a couple of them!
This is one of several new personal LED flashlight and worklight products coming out, and one of several RedLithium USB rechargeable battery lighting products.
This is the handheld rechargeable flashlight. Like the LED Rover light, it’s packed with added conveniences.
This is the charger for the Li-ion cell the rechargeable lights use.
Sorry for the blurry image, the lighting is always pretty bad in the LED lighting room or tent. This is a standard penlight. It seemed unremarkable at first, but look at that tail cap. Is it specially biteable?
This is the new LED headlamp.
And this one’s for hard hats. I believe that it too is part of the new RedLithium USB product family.
This new Radius light is a temporary hard-wired lighting solution.
While I don’t understand a lot of the rules or regulations around temporary lighting, I can see it being popular with a lot of remodelers.
When we had our garage electricity updated, the electrician had a multi-socket lamp base contraption with several bulbs. I think one of these would have been easier to use, not to mention brighter and more durable.
Masonry Accessories
Lots of new masonry stuff coming up, many involving the new vac and dust collection accessories.
On the left – a traditional chisel. On the right, one of Milwaukee’s new self-sharpening and edge-renewing chisels.
Here are the new dust port-equipped drill bits.
And these are the new chisels.
Power Tool Accessories
Ben recently discussed the new Big Hawg and Hole Dozer hole saws with carbide teeth. Carbide-toothed hole saws!! Why should you care? Because carbide wears a lot slower than bimetal blades.
There’s a new carbide-tooth Torch Sawzall blade for cutting metal.
There are some new augers aimed at power utility workers.
Pretzel
This was such a good pretzel. Look at the knife to get a sense of its size!
ETA
As far as I am aware, all of these tools are due to be released by the end of this year (December 2017). That’s pretty impressive, but also scares me a little bit. What’s coming starting in January 2018 that Milwaukee didn’t want to talk about yet?!
Which of these new tools are you most excited about?
Dax
Lots of interesting new items. What’s he scoop on the extreme demo driver?
Stuart
It’s more a piercing chisel and pry bar than screwdriver.
Benjamen
The demo driver where the caps extend to the side is designed to be hit there for prying as well as function as a normal “demo” driver where you can strike it on the end — plus the piercing blade on the side of the straight head like Stuart said.
fred
Maybe a bit of the functionality of this:
https://www.amazon.com/Klenk-Tools-MA73010-Duct-Slicer/dp/B004PBZ4W4
fred
The mud mixers seems a bit unexpected. I’m not sure how well dedicated corded mud mixers sell – but maybe a cordless will get some traction. We tried out a Freud corded one – thought it was a dud – and it seems to be hard to find now – maybe out of production. I know that some of the tile tool companies (Roberts, Rubi and QEP) sell ones) but I’m guessing that most folks did what we did and used a big old corded drill. When I Googled Mud Mixer – I did see one branded as Krause & Becker” (aka Harbor Freight). I do love the trademark names that Central Purchasing LLC. (DBA Harbor Freight) come up with – especially when they are homonyms of other brands or sound like something that might relate to an “olde tyme ” American company.
Blythe M
I use a dedicated unit, but I do a fair amount of tile. I’ll use a drill for anything less than a quarter bucket, but anything more the precise speed and, more importantly, gobs of torque make the dedicated unit a must for full buckets. I’ve been using a Performax from Menards because it’s stupid cheap on sale and a 3 year hassle free warranty-so far it takes what I give it with no complaints
fred
That gobs of torque is probably what sells you on it. We mostly subbed out our tile work – but in our cabinet shop we had a 55gal. drum mixer with an air motor that had enough power/torque to mix some pretty sticky viscous goo (a technical term for some sealants and epoxies). I think when we spec-ed it out the salesman talked about “shock torque” – sort of like the starting torque on a travelling crane motor. Getting that impeller to start turning in a full drum or bucket is probably the most demanding chore for the mixer motor.
Chance
Why is COO not discussed anymore?
I would like to see a breakdown of the percentage of tools made or even assembled in the USA. The thermal camera is the only tool that caught my eye as being assembled in USA.
Stuart
I know the Empire level is made here, possibly with the electronics being made from global parts.
The Packout tool storage products, at least the hard plastic tool boxes, are made in Israel.
I believe the hole saws are made here, the carbide in Germany.
I noticed the part of the thermal camera too. =) It came as a pleasant surprise.
That’s all I have off the top of my head.
In general, brands and even retailers aren’t forthright about COO unless it’s a positive selling point. If I have a tool in my hand and someone asks, it’s easy to answer. If there’s a question about a specific product, I’ll do my best to find an answer, but it often takes time and some nagging.
Stuart
Correction: A test sample for the Empire lighted torpedo level came in, and it’s Made in China.
Cody
Forgot to mention the new m18 snake for plumbers. That can be carried like a backpack.
Adam
I notice on the on the hard hat headlamp that it has an additional button, as well as an extra LED. Do you know if one is a red LED?
I would hope the hard hat clips are removable. The are optional on my Coast unit, though I would rather use a good USB headlamp. That personal flashlight looks to be the size/weight I was hoping for in their M12 flash light.
One more year with the corded Bosch oscillator it looks like. 🙁
I am curious if the bad lighting comment was a joke? All I use for my picture taking are Milwaukee lights, lol. The stand light, lantern, floods. My pictures have never looked better
Stuart
They turn off all or most of the lights so that the demos are more dramatic.
So when they’re talking about a tool, and I’m trying to get photos without other people in the way, lighting conditions are very dim and challenging.
Ari
There is no hype based reason why they do the demos in the dark. You would use a light in a dark room on the job. That is why you need a light in the first place. So why would you demo a light in anything but a dark room? That is where you get a real sense of the application and the lights performance. You can also get a better sense of the light tone color when it is dark. If it is light then the color tone gets washed out.
Stuart
Exactly.
Troy
Would you consider the wrenches as a competitive set? Who are the average player for wrenches these days? (Note, I’m not a mechanic, just general purpose). I’m tired of my mis-mashed set. Back in the day Craftsman would have been the go to, but now I’m not sure where to turn.
Stuart
I’m not sure yet.
It’s a good start, but far from where Milwaukee would need to be if they want to be a serious competitor in the mechanics hand tool market.
fred
I’m guessing that they feel they need a presence in that market to compete with Dewalt and other SBD brands. But its hard to think that they will make a dent in SBD’s share of that market considering the brands under which SBD markets or has marketed “mechanics tools” (Blackhawk, Bostitch, Craftsman, Dewalt, Facom, Irwin, Mac, Proto, Stanley, and ViseGrip.)
Meanwhile some SBD brands seem to also make forays into untraditional territories or slap their brand on tools that seem far from their traditional niche. How about a Bostitch combination wrench or a Lenox pipe wrench?
Troy
So, if you were looking for a complete set of general purpose wrenches, where would you look today?
Adam
I like Gearwrench, and believe they would be considered better than any entry level set. I’ve bought them at great prices w/ coupon at Advance Auto Parts, @ Sears on sale with points &/or coupons, and of course Amazon.
Many of their tools are made in Taiwan, at least the ones I have.
Stuart
Medium budget: Tekton or Gearwrench, Husky is also good (I believe same tools as Gearwrench, different color finish).
Higher budget: I like Proto and Facom.
With a brand like Proto, you get more for your money. With Snap-on and other tool truck brands, you’re paying an extra premium for the to-your-door service. If you need that, it’s worth it.
I have Craftsman full polish wrenches, I believe made by Armstrong, and recently bought small Facom sets due to better portability and compact case storage. I have a pieced-together set of Proto ratcheting wrenches that I like better than Gearwrench, and they’re made in the USA too.
2 of the smaller Proto wrenches had manufacturing defects, but my vendor (Zoro) replaced them quickly.
Adam
I’m also looking for a new set for work, and leaning towards Wright (www.wrighttool.com). They seem to have a very good reputation, and are US-made.
Stuart
Wright wrenches are decent, but they skip 11/32″ in the inch set, and I remember not being able to buy just that size to complete it.
I tried Williams, but wasn’t happy at finding a chrome defect. https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/williams-supercombo-wrench-review/%3C/a%3E No brand is perfect 100% of the time; I’d be inclined to try them again.
fred
Jun 23, 2017
My 40-50 year old Williams stuff was made in the USA – I think upstate NY – but suspect that the new stuff comes from an offshore factory. I have some old Proto too – including some of their “ancient” leadworking tools.
Martin Tools and SK are also still-made-in-the USA brands. I had good luck with some Martin wrenches – but can’t attest to either them or SK for current quality.
Nathan
Don’t forget SK in your shopping. That’s what I’d probably go to if I was buying a new set of combo wrenches or even just a set of box ends.
I got a set of flare nut wrenches of SK and they are fantastically made.
Lonnie Fluty
I have recently invested in a full set of SAE/Metric Wera Joker wrenches. I really have been enjoying them and they are not snap on expensive.
DonDrapper
SK hand tool. Built solid. Only busted a couple while improperly applying “professional risk” extra torque with the breaker bar. Love their impact sockets.
Jonathan
In Milwaukee’s wrap up video for the event I saw some red Milwaukee hard hats. I don’t know if they were real functional hard hats though. Did yall each get one?
Stuart
No, at least not yet. I don’t remember seeing them, will have to make a point of checking out the wrap-up video.
Jonathan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFRgH_-wDow&mtcCampaign=-1&mtcEmail=1729549475
One second in you can see them.
Stuart
OH!
The first night’s kickoff dinner was in the building still being built as an expansion to their headquarters. In order to go upstairs (I didn’t have a chance), you had to wear a hard hat.
Those might have been specially made, I have no idea. There was no mention of them.
There were Empire-personalized safety goggles for the Empire tour, and I think there were Milwaukee-personalized ones at Milwaukee. But they’re not official or licensed products, simply personalized. The hard hats might have been similar – personalized products and not products designed and branded to be sold at retail.
Jimmie
Some comments:
1) I wonder why they chose to use a 9V battery instead of the M12 form factor for that new thermal imaging thermometer? Judging from the image in your hand, the M12 wouldn’t have increased diameter very much…
2) The M12 USB charger is pretty interesting. So far I’ve resisted buying a battery bank for my smartphone but if the price is right, this could be interesting since I already have a handful of 2Ah M12 batteries…
3) Any hints of updated outdoor tools? Perhaps an answer to Dewalt’s 40V string trimmer (which was a good 1st-gen effort but fell short of Stihl and Husq’s cordless trimmers; maybe their next version will close the gap)
4) I’m not a plumber…what’s the likelihood of that air snake causing more problems than it solves? 🙂
5) I can see a couple of those USB rover lights in my future. Seems perfect to attach under a desk or stick inside a server rack.
6) Swing-and-a-miss on Milwaukee’s refillable refreshment container. Imagine an M12-powered refreshment container with an integrated thermoelectric module. Or maybe an M18-powered micro-fridge.
Stuart
1) Cost and simplicity, emphasis on the simplicity part. They have an entry level M12 model that’s at the $499 price point – https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/milwaukee-thermal-imaging-camera-smaller-78kp/%3C/a%3E .
2) They already have an M12 battery bank; this one’s a 2-way charger. (And thus more appealing if you ask me.)
3) Not that I saw.
4) By an untrained user throwing caution to the wind? There’s definitely the potential for damage.
5) Yep! The magnets were usable, the light was nice and uniform. I’m hoping the price is right.
6) Are you talking about the printed event cups, or soft cooler bag?
fred
On #4 – I made some of my living from a plumbing business – and my retirement income is due in part to the success of that business and what that sale of my interest in it netted me. That said – and with my tongue way out in my cheek – I can see the haphazard use of this tool as a potential revenue generator for my prior compatriots. I commented on this on Benjamin’s June 14 or post about NPS17. We used a manual tool from general Wire Spring that judiciously applied was good for some tub, floor and shower drain clogs. Blasting away on a nicely corroded, poorly made-up. our tenuous J-Trap – might just result in a bigger job. I can see a fear of black mambas, but why some homeowners are afraid of using an inexpensive hand snake or closet auger to clear a clog, is beyond me. But I should not be one to complain.
Rick N
Where’s the cordless router?
Stuart
I was really expecting to see one, too. Maybe next year?
Nathan
are we talking spinning bit or are we talking wireless access/internet router.
you know since dewalt apparently makes a worksite WIFI product now.
Just curious. Does anyone make a 18V family palm router?
Stuart
https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/ridgid-cordless-brushless-router/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/makita-brushless-router/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Also a new Ryobi.
glenn
Makita make one as well.
https://www.makita.com.au/products/power-tools/platform/18v-18vx2-mobile/specialty-woodworking/drt50zjx2-18v-mobile-brushless-laminate-trimmer-kit
Truckdriver
Excited to see specs for M18 heavy duty impact. Been waiting to upgrade my 2673.
Nathan
Rover lights interest me –
those wrench trays interest me
That impact wrench really interests me and I’d like to know how tight the tolerance is on that torque setting. IE as good or better than a torque stick?
(Also shout to Dewalt – replicate this with the new version of your tool connect or whatever) I like competition.
pen light and second headlamp also interest me
torch recip blades and the carbide hawgs interest me alot.
Stuart
They’re saying that the precision and accuracy of the M18 One-Key impact wrench is greater than that of torque sticks. In the comparison data they showed me, there was only one off-spec result for the torque stick, but they said there are often a greater number of off-spec fasteners.
Adam
The mud mixer interests me since I’ve been doing a lot of tile jobs lately. I’m also interested in the Milwaukee Pretzel.
I can’t get behind the headlamps. I usually get my headlamps from REI or the like, they’re about the same price, but I feel the climbing headlamps tend to be more comfortable, more setting, and better illumination.
Chris
I might look into the m12 fuel drill and impact. Depending on the price. It would be nice to have small, lightweight, yet powerful tools just in case.
Bill
I can’t find the comment now but didn’t you say that the new M18 Fuel Hackzall has vibration dampening?
John S
I really want the new M12 cordless stapler. I’m slightly frustrated they didn’t come out with a pin nailer in conjunction in the same M12 size yet. The only other people making one is Makita. At least we can see the 3rd iteration of the Makita one coming out soon the XTP02Z
Joe
No cordless router ?
Ari
Yes!! We need a router!!
Nathan
I’m pretty excited about the m12 soldering iron, but what i’d really like to see is an m12 Fuel oscillating multitool.
Nathan
(With vibration dampening.)
Bill
I have owned Dewalts 20vMax OMT for a few years now but recently switched to the Fein 12v OMT with impressive vibration dampening and I love it. I was initially concerned about the 12v Fein not having the power or stamina to keep up, but it has yet to disappoint me in this area. Granted, I don’t use use it extensively or for long periods of time uninterrupted, but I’m never left with any of the numbness/tingling in my hand or arm as was the case with the Dewalt unit.
Ari
Yes, we need all the tools to be brushless and fuel.
glenn
Will be buying the stapler, the heat gun, the soldering iron, the brushless ratchet and might as well get the cooler bag as well!
Also I will take an M12/M18 inflator, a 4 inch M12 grinder, an M12 jigsaw with a dust blower and dust extraction port as well please.
Manny
When are they going to come out with an m18 framing nailer???? Dealt has had one out for years enough with the damn lights give me a framing nailer
Ari
Yes!! I agree.
DonDrapper
From what I’ve heard from my buddy who works with Milwaukee tools straight from the hq they don’t want too release one until it can be as reliable as the finish nailers they released. My guess is that with the finish nailers and the new 9.0 battery they are gearing up for a framing nailer at NPS18? seems like it would have enough power to drive more than a few nails in reliably with the 9.0 or maybe even a new battery later on.
Rob
I read an article that mentioned a multi tool and wording made it seem like a leatherman type product. See anything like that?
Is the new high torque impact any smaller? I’m going to get an impact but was leaning towards the mid torque because of the size. The current high torque is so big but I could really use the power sometimes.
I need the ratchets. Glad I knew about this event so I didn’t buy the current version.
When is the m18 fuel omt coming out? I don’t get why it hasn’t already.
Stuart
No Leatherman-style multi-tool that I know of, sorry.
I don’t recall any claims of the heavy duty impact being any smaller. It’s still quite large and heavy. It’s not the type of tool I’d want to use for 90%+ mid or low torque applications.
The current M12 ratchets will still have their place.
No M18 Fuel oscillating multi-tool that I know of. I can make some guesses, but I haven’t heard any explanations for not coming out with a brushless oscillating tool. Maybe it’s a price barrier. Maybe they haven’t been able to develop a Starlock-compatible interface system.
Brian
I’m interested in the 2nd gen m12 fuel stuff, also the packout and the mud mixer. I like the pretzel and now I’m hungry.
A W
How many lumens on the new small Rover?
Ron
Thinking of leaving my DeWalts on LetGo now…
David
Chainsaw??
DHryciuk
Any word on a release date for the M12 USB charger? I havent seen anyone else mention it. It would be perfect to pack in a service bag rather than a full sized charger for top ups.
Stuart
Sorry, there’s no info yet, and my release schedule doesn’t list the M12 USB charger. Everything shown at the event is due to be released by December 2017, and so I’d assume the same is true for this charger.
Brien
The m12 stapler should pave the way for an m12 pinner… I hope.
TJ
Home Depot has the USB Rover light page up:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-445-Lumen-LED-Rover-Rechargeable-Pocket-Flood-Light-2112-21/302204636
No date yet – I assume it’s a goof and/or will not actually be orderable.
In case the link stops working, price is $59
– Up-to 11 hours of runtime
– 2 light output modes for max brightness or extended runtime
– High mode: 445-Lumen- 2 hours low mode: 100-Lumen- 11 hours
– IP54: water and dust resistant
– 3X faster charge time delivers 80% charge under 1 hour (*Using 2.1A compatible wall plug)
– Conveniently charge REDLITHIUM USB battery internally with micro-USB cable from USB power source or AC outlet (wall plug not included)
– Fuel gauge allows fast checking of REDLITHIUM USB battery charge
– 2 ft. jobsite tough micro-USB braided cable with metal ends
– Light and LED limited lifetime warranty; 2 year warranty on REDLITHIUM USB battery
– Includes: pocket flood light, REDLITHIUM USB battery, USB cable
Chad
I’ve had a prototype of the new M12 Fuel brushless impact for a few months now, and I love it. It has 3 speed/torque levels, plus a mode for driving self-drilling screws. I’ve never taken it past level 2, even when driving 4 1/2″ × 3/8″ lag bolts. The thing rocks.
David
Glad to read that, Chad. I am impatiently waiting for these to be released. I very much need a Fuel M12 impact – my non-Fuel just isn’t cutting it for driving deck screws. Hoping it’s early December release…
Also glad to see Milwaukee continue to upgrade. Happy with all my M12 tools, but have been eyeing some of the Bosch with envy. Looking forward to getting hands on with the 2nd gen M12s
Norris
Looks like it’s an “early 2018” release, according to the reply I got on Twitter.
Harrolldean
Any update on what we might see from Milwaukee in 2018??
Stuart
Not yet.
News releases might be about individual tools, until NPS18, which will likely be 6 nmonths from now.
Matt Day
I would like to see a bag for the tablesaw. With some blade pockets, reinforced of course, and maybe a few zipper pockets for pensils etc.
It could have an opening for using the handle as a carry point.
But keeping it covered and protected from the elements and sawdust from shop use when stored. ( In case the riving knife/blade guard comes loose it would retain if they became unclipped. Plus who doesn’t like a big red bag with logo?
Kumar
I have over time switched to using Milwaukee’s cordless outdoor tools like the blower, string trimmer etc and never looked back. I am wondering if they are thinking of making a cordless Lawn Mower to compete with some other brands like EGO and Greenworks. Since most people are investing money in batteries, that would be an interesting addition to their outdoor product line.