Milwaukee M12 Tool Line

[JeepHead]

Got the 3/8 stubby for Xmas. Just using the 1.5amp battery, it took all the lugs off my atv with no issue. It claims to be 550 lb torque but only with the 5.0 amp battery. If I come into an issue, I may look for a good deal on the larger battery. I like it so far.

I have this one with both the 2.5 and 5 amp battery. It's a beast of a little impact and the size really allows you to get in tight spaces. I have been meaning to pickup the DeWalt version and see how they compare.

 

[walhondingMF]

I have this one with both the 2.5 and 5 amp battery. It's a beast of a little impact and the size really allows you to get in tight spaces. I have been meaning to pickup the DeWalt version and see how they compare.

Do you notice a power difference between the 2 different battery sizes?

 

[JeepHead]

Do you notice a power difference between the 2 different battery sizes?

I do but the 5AH battery is also much bigger so makes the impact a little less nimble.

 

[Jeff Pizzi]

Not sure if this is the correct spot for this thread....

I will start out by saying I am a big fan of Dewalt tools and have several 18v. Been using them for years and have zero complaints. I have noticed though how much smaller and convenient the Milwaukee M12 line is. I understand Dewalt makes a 12v line but they still seem bulkier than the Milwaukee M12. It seems they are really expanding this line also with there being a wide range of tools now. I do not want to replace my Dewalt 18v tools but they are very wood-working specific. I would like to build up more mechanical tools (ratchet, impact, air compressor, etc) in the Milwaukee M12.
Anyone with experience with these smaller Milwaukee tools? What is the battery life like? Do they still have good power? Any opinions would be appreciated.

I'm Red through and through. The M12 Fuel line is great. I've been using Milwaukee for 10 years and have only had one battery go out. I recently bought the M12 Fuel drill and driver set for use woodworking, and moved my M18 Fuel drill &driver set to my mechanical bench. For me, I'd go M18 for the work you want to do. The M12s actually have a thicker handle than the M18 because the M12 fits into the handle, not hanging below it like the M18.

 

[BlueKnife]

I'm Red through and through. The M12 Fuel line is great. I've been using Milwaukee for 10 years and have only had one battery go out. I recently bought the M12 Fuel drill and driver set for use woodworking, and moved my M18 Fuel drill &driver set to my mechanical bench. For me, I'd go M18 for the work you want to do. The M12s actually have a thicker handle than the M18 because the M12 fits into the handle, not hanging below it like the M18.

Have you been using the M12 line for 10 years or the 18 volt? I've had the M12 stuff for roughly 5 years now and I've had at least half a dozen batteries go bad. It's frustrating. I like the tools. They all work great, but the batteries seem to be a weak point. I've taken apart the bad batteries and in each case, it's just one of the 18650 cells that has gone bad.