Makita Adds Five 15A Corded Angle Grinders to the Commercial Lineup
Makita has no shortage of grinder offerings, with a total of more than 60 individual models in both the cordless and corded sectors. Engineered for commercial grinding applications, five new corded 15-Amp angle grinders are now joining Makita’s lineup. We’re going over each model to see what they bring to the table for metalworking Pros.
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinder with Rotatable Handle and Lock-On Switch (GA7080)

- Model: Makita GA7080
- 15-Amp motor
- Up to 8500 RPM
- Soft start for longer gear life
- Rotatable back handle
- Tool-free wheel guard
- Three-position side handle
- Large rubber tool rest
- Labyrinth construction prevents debris from entering the motor, bearings, and gears
Price: $242 with a 1-year warranty
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinder with Rotatable Handle and Lock-On Switch (GA7081)

- Model: Makita GA7081
- 15-Amp motor
- Up to 8500 RPM
- Soft start for longer gear life
- Rotatable back handle
- Tool-free wheel guard
- Three-position side handle
- Large rubber tool rest
- Labyrinth construction prevents debris from entering the motor, bearings, and gears
Price: $259 with a 1-year warranty
Makita 9-inch Angle Grinder with Rotatable Handle and Lock-On Switch (GA9080)

- Model: Makita GA9080
- 15-Amp motor
- Up to 6500 RPM
- Soft start
- Vibration-absorbing rotatable rear handle
- Tool-free wheel guard
- Three-position side handle
- Large rubber tool rest
- Externally accessible brushes for easy maintenance
- Labyrinth construction prevents debris from entering the motor, bearings, and gears
Price: $329 with a 1-year warranty
Makita 9-inch Angle Grinder with Lock-On Switch (GA9081)

- Model: Makita GA9081
- 15-Amp motor
- Up to 6600 RPM
- Lock on/off power switch
- Rear-handle, dual-action trigger
- Soft start
- Brush door with access to brushes for easy maintenance
- Three-position side handle
- Large spindle lock button
- Rubberized back handle
- Labyrinth construction prevents debris from entering the motor, bearings, and gears
Price: $314 with a one-year warranty
