The image shows a teal and gray Makita XAG11Z cordless angle grinder with a black auxiliary handle. The grinder has a grinding disc attached and is accompanied by a spare grinding disc and a black guard attachment, with a black battery pack at the rear.
A studio shot of the Makita XAG11Z 18V LXT angle grinder (bare tool) with the side handle and a grinding disc attached, on a white background.
A close-up of a hand gripping the ergonomic black rubber handle of the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder to demonstrate its grip.
A close-up of the underside of the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder, showing the long black paddle switch.
A close-up of the grinder's body, showing the teal "Makita" and "BL MOTOR" logos, and the "BRUSHLESS" label near the battery slot.
A person wearing a leather apron and gloves uses the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder to cut a metal pipe, creating a stream of sparks.
The Makita XAG11Z angle grinder with a battery and side handle attached, resting on a metal beam at a construction site.
A person in a welding jacket and gloves uses the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder, sending a large shower of sparks from a thick piece of metal.
The image shows a teal and gray Makita XAG11Z cordless angle grinder with a black auxiliary handle. The grinder has a grinding disc attached and is accompanied by a spare grinding disc and a black guard attachment, with a black battery pack at the rear.
A studio shot of the Makita XAG11Z 18V LXT angle grinder (bare tool) with the side handle and a grinding disc attached, on a white background.
A close-up of a hand gripping the ergonomic black rubber handle of the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder to demonstrate its grip.
A close-up of the underside of the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder, showing the long black paddle switch.
A close-up of the grinder's body, showing the teal "Makita" and "BL MOTOR" logos, and the "BRUSHLESS" label near the battery slot.
A person wearing a leather apron and gloves uses the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder to cut a metal pipe, creating a stream of sparks.
The Makita XAG11Z angle grinder with a battery and side handle attached, resting on a metal beam at a construction site.
A person in a welding jacket and gloves uses the Makita XAG11Z angle grinder, sending a large shower of sparks from a thick piece of metal.
Makita

Makita Cordless Angle Grinder XAG11Z 5 Inch Paddle Switch Bare Tool (18V LXT Brushless 8500 RPM Electric Brake AFT Metal Steel Cutting Slicing)

In stock
SKU: XAG11Z
$196.00 USD

Description

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Makita XAG11Z 18V LXT Brushless 4-1/2" / 5" Paddle Switch Angle Grinder (Bare Tool)

The Makita XAG11Z 18V LXT Brushless 4-1/2" / 5" paddle switch angle grinder delivers high-torque cutting and surface grinding across structural steel, rebar, sheet metal, and masonry without corded limitations. Driven by a high-efficiency BL brushless motor spinning at 8,500 RPM, this cordless grinding tool integrates Automatic Speed Change technology to dynamically adjust velocity and torque under varying load conditions. Outfitted with an active electric brake that stops spinning wheels within two seconds and Active Feedback-sensing Technology (AFT) to prevent kickback during sudden wheel binding, it provides industrial metal fabricators, pipefitters, and commercial trades with superior jobsite protection and cutting efficiency.

**Battery and charger sold separately.

Best Used For:

  • Structural Metal Fabrication and Weld Grinding: Smoothing heavy weld beads, beveling plate steel edges, and removing slag with 4-1/2-inch and 5-inch bonded abrasive grinding wheels.
  • Jobsite Rebar and Pipe Sectioning: Slicing cleanly through structural steel rebar, threaded rod, black iron pipe, and structural tubing using ultra-thin cut-off wheels.
  • Concrete Scoring and Tuckpointing: Chasing mortar joints, scoring concrete pavers, and prepping masonry surfaces when paired with compatible 5-inch diamond blades and dust collection shrouds.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Rapid Electric Brake System: Halts rotating grinding or cut-off wheels in two seconds or less upon trigger release to protect the user and accelerate workflow transitions.
  • Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT): Electronically shuts down the brushless motor if the wheel experiences an abrupt rotational bind-up to minimize dangerous kickback.
  • Intelligent Automatic Speed Change: Continuously modulates motor speed and torque output during cutting cycles to maintain peak grinding performance through demanding materials.
  • High-Efficiency BL Brushless Motor: Produces up to 8,500 RPM of cutting velocity while optimizing 18V battery energy consumption for up to 50% longer runtime per charge.
  • Star Protection Computer Controls: Advanced real-time communication protects the tool and battery against excessive overload, over-discharging, and overheating.
  • Ergonomic Non-Locking Paddle Switch: Flush paddle switch design ensures comfortable multi-position grip handling with no-lock-on functionality for enhanced jobsite safety.

What's Included

  • (1) Makita XAG11Z 18V LXT Brushless 4-1/2" / 5" Paddle Switch Angle Grinder
  • (1) 5" Ultra-Thin Cut-Off Wheel, Stainless Steel (B-46165)
  • (1) 5" x 1/4" x 7/8" INOX Grinding Wheel, 36 Grit (A-95962)
  • (1) Vibration-Absorbing Side Handle (158237-4)
  • (1) Lock Nut Wrench (782424-9)
  • (1) 5" Tool-Less Cut-Off Wheel Guard (126686-3)
  • (1) 5" Tool-Less Grinding Wheel Guard (126687-1)

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Makita Corporation
Model Part Number XAG11Z
Power Platform 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery System
Motor Architecture BL Brushless Motor
Maximum No-Load Speed 8,500 RPM
Usable Wheel Diameters 4-1/2 inches and 5.00 inches (115 mm / 125 mm)
Spindle Thread Size 5/8"-11 UNC Standard Spindle
Switch Configuration Paddle Switch (No Lock-On Mechanism)
Braking Mechanism Electronic Brake (Stops in 2.0 Seconds or Less)
Anti-Kickback Technology Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT)
Automatic Torque Control Automatic Speed Change Technology
Overall Tool Dimensions 13.31 in Length x 8.39 in Width x 5.43 in Height
Bare Tool Weight 5.80 lbs (92.80 oz / 2.63 kg)
Universal Product Code (UPC) 088381814942
Suitable for material type Structural Steel, Stainless Steel (INOX), Rebar, & Masonry

Pro-Tip: When cutting heavy steel rebar or sectioning thick tubing with the XAG11Z, let the tool's Automatic Speed Change optimize cutting torque rather than forcing down-pressure; excessive pressure triggers electronic current limiting and wears cut-off wheels prematurely.