Milwaukee 6180-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine

by Milwaukee

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

User-friendly and extremely stable, Milwaukee's 14-inch abrasive cut-off machine gets the job done fast. It's the only machine on the market that requires no tools for adjusting the back fence or for changing abrasive wheels. A beefy, 5.4-HP motor provides ample power for the tougher jobs. And, a heavy-duty, cast aluminum base with a 1/4-inch reinforcing plate means more stability and optimal support. The vise and back fence are made of 3/8-inch cast iron for solid guidance and straighter cuts. Featuring the largest cutting capacity in its class, Milwaukee equipped this cutoff saw with a horizontal D-handle that feels good in hand whether the tool is on the ground or on a bench. Your purchase is covered by a 5-year warranty.

Features

• Powerful 5.4 HP/15-amp motor for fast cutting
• Completely tool-free for simple fence adjustments and wheel changes
• Quick-change abrasive wheel system for less downtime
• Largest cutting capacity in class for larger stock
• Horizontal D-handle for optimal comfort

Specifications

• Voltage: 120 AC/DC
• Amps: 15.0
• Wheel Size: 14 inches
• Max. HP: 5.4
• Spindle: 1 inch.
• No Load Speed: 3,900 RPM
• Spindle Lock: Yes
• Bevel Capacity: 45 degrees
• Capacity in O.D. Pipe: 5-3/8 inches
• Capacity in Square Stock: 5 inches
• Maximum Opening: 8 inches
• Length: 19-1/4 inches
• Tool Weight: 49.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 55.0 pounds

Product Details

Product Manual [540kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 17.7 x 25.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 51.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00023S32W
• Item model number: 6180-20
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,473 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #4 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Metal-Cutting Saws

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

63 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally - Milwaukee has made a good abrasive chop-saw, March 15, 2005

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D. MOORE (Houston, TX, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Milwaukee 6180-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

March 2005 -
I've owned two Milwaukee 6176-20 chop saws, both purchased from Home Depot. Both had problem after problem - two switches, a broken arm, broken handles and finally a burned out motor. So when I decided to replace the dead unit, I looked at some reviews and my first choice, a DeWalt unit, was not highly recommended. So I checked, reluctantly, into what Milwaukee has to offer. On Milwaukee's website, they listed a new unit, the 6180-20 so I went ahead and purchased the unit.

I'll jump right into it - this is without a doubt a much better chop-saw. Some of the highlight are:

* A higher and heavier base - That keeps it from running the wheel into the floor when you use it on the ground and you have a new wheel. It also seems more stable since it's a overall slightly larger saw.

* The pivot point of the arm is raised up - This keeps the centerline of the wheel even when it comes down at it's lowest point.

* The arm (I broke one on my last saw) seems much sturdier.

* The handle is now "D" shaped and allows easier down-pressure on the arm than the typical pistol style grip.

* The lock to keep the arm down when transporting it isn't a chain now, it's an actual pin that is easier to set and un-set. It seems to me to be questionable since the pin rests up against the arm without much backing, though I'm sure someone tested this.

* The motor seems to be more powerful, I noticed it pop-ed a 15amp breaker that the old saw could not. It also cut quite a bit faster (though not nearly as fast as a dry cut saw).

* It's completely tool less. The backing plate slides up and down to allow for larger stock just by pushing down on a spring loaded pin (though it is a bit hard to do with gloves on). The angle is also tool less, though it could have been designed with a bit more thought, though it does work. Don't expect precise setting of the angles, you will still need a protractor or framing square to get it right 100% of the time.

* The quick release is also improved, it's now just a simple lever that turns 180 degrees to allow quick adjustment of the clamp. The clamp release/screw is even better - it isn't just a L shaped section of rod that you struggle to open when it's tighten down, it's now a nice flatten section of metal and the overall size is bigger, allowing it to me more easily opened.

* The warranty is now 5 years... though it does say at Milwaukee's discretion, you mileage may vary. It is still better than the old 1 year warranty.

Overall I am very happy the unit so far, though time will tell if it holds up.
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Dec 2006 - Update....

I've had this chop saw for over a year now. I would guess that I have run 15 or more blades through it in that period of time. I've done some pretty thick material - 2" solid square stock, stainless and small items. I've cut extremely tight cuts (32"nds) in square tube and through it all this saw has been a performer. Other than the weight of the saw - this thing is a real performer. I've only had one problem with the unit during this time - I tried to use pliers to tighten the "tool-less" arbor nut and it broke. I can now see that you shouldn't use pliers on it. They did have them in stock for $25 at the dealer though. Still I highly recommend this saw to anyone looking for a metal chop saw that is better than just a "once a year" tool. I've also noticed that if you perfer a "dry cut" saw with teeth instead of an abrasive cutoff wheel, they sell the unit 6190-20 also. The advantage (other than ongoing costs) is they don't leave that "layer" of abrasive black dust all over your shop and cut area. I personally find them a little more dangerious.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth it over the 6176-20, August 19, 2005

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Celad - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 6180-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

If you're only doing 90° cuts the 6176-20 is okay, but I needed 45° on square stock. The cuts were badly oblique because the stamped steel vise was not square vertically. I returned the 6176-20 and got 6180-20. It has a machined vise which is much better than the stamped steel one on the 6176-20. The motor has more has more power and the handle is a better orientation as well.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Works ok, September 9, 2007

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Bob G. "lumpy9500" (Ridgecrest, Ca. United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Milwaukee 6180-20 15 Amp 14-Inch Abrasive Cutoff Machine (Tools & Home Improvement)

Previously had a cheap chopsaw and it worked great but the motor was going bad, so I decided to spend the bucks on a Milwaukee.
Had a problem from the start after recieving chop saw. Blade was already installed with the "FIX-Tec" nut, and I checked to make sure it was tight by hand.
I put in a piece of 1/2" round stock and started to cut. I got about 1/4" into it and the blade started flopping all over the place. I checked the FIX-Tec nut and it was a little loose so I removed it and saw that the metal band in the center of the wheel had come out and was distorted. Bad wheel or FIX-Tec nut?
Luckily they also put a bag in the box with a spanner wrench and nut to use in place of the FIX-Tec nut so I went to town and got another wheel.
The saw works ok but still bogs down as bad as a cheap chopsaw.
I emailed Customer Service and they were great about sending all the parts that got screwed up (new wheel, FIX-Tec nut, wheel flanges).