At its most basic level, the difference between Milwaukee M18 and M18 Fuel tools is that most M18 products have a brushed motor and all M18 Fuel tools have a brushless one. One of the great things about Milwaukee’s M18 and M18 Fuel systems is that all the tools work on the same RedLithium M18 batteries. Like all M18 and M18 Fuel tools, they can use any M18 RedLithium battery.
The M18 and M18 Fuel is where I start to get a little uncertain – seems that the batteries are the same, but the tools themselves are different. The standard M18 tools used brushed motors, and the M18 Fuel uses brushless and are generally more powerful, more compact, and more expensive. For my purposes, the M18 brushed tools are likely the better value, buying an M18 Fuel only for specific applications where it may be warranted.
Milwaukee Tools has solved the problem now with options for nearly every M18 FUEL cordless circular saw configuration, with the addition of the much anticipated M18 FUEL Rear-Handle 7-1/4″ Circular Saw 2830-21HD which has the blade on the left and mimics the design, power & feel of popular worm-drive corded saws. Last year at NPS18 Milwaukee launched the sidewinder style blade right M18 FUEL Circular Saw 2732-21HD which at the time was their most powerful ever and delivered on full 15 amp corded power everyone was looking for, at least those who wanted a blade right sidewinder. With the launch of the 2830-20 / 2830-21HD M18 FUEL Circular Saws can provide a very nice solution for whatever style circular saw you’d prefer.
milwaukee m18 circular saw vs fuel Related Question:
What is the difference between M18 and M18 Fuel?
At its most basic level, the difference between Milwaukee M18 and M18 Fuel tools is that most M18 products have a brushed motor and all M18 Fuel tools have a brushless one. We’ve written much more about brushed vs brushless motors.
Is Milwaukee brushless or FUEL better?
Brushless electric motors last longer than brushed motors, and they run cooler, longer and on less current. However, brushless electric tools are not necessarily much more expensive than tools with brush technology. That is especially so with cordless power tools, thanks to leaps in Milwaukee’s technological designs.
What is different about Milwaukee FUEL tools?
All FUEL products feature three Milwaukee’s exclusive innovations: the POWERSTATE Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM Battery Packs, and the REDLINK PLUS Intelligence Hardware and Software. These three pillars are what make FUEL power tools deliver unmatched power, run-time, and durability on the jobsite.
What is the difference between Milwaukee M12 FUEL and M18?
M18™ is the other most common battery size. Whereas M12™ is ideal for tools that require less power, the Milwaukee® battery M18™ is best for tools needed for heavier-duty jobs that require more power. This 18-volt battery features a larger design and base, which means it is a little heavier.
Is M18 compatible with M18 Fuel?
M18™ REDLITHIUM™ battery packs are fully compatible with the M18™ system.
What does the FUEL mean in Milwaukee tools?
FUEL is still Brushless but means the top of the line Brushless. It was only about a year ago Milwaukee updated their compact tools with the brushed motors, drill/driver 2606, hammer drill 2607 and impact 2650.
What is the Milwaukee FUEL line?
The FUEL line of Milwaukee cordless tools features POWERSTATE™ brushless motors. With four times the components, better magnets, more copper and steel and no wearable brushes, these motors offer 60 percent more torque and longer motor life.
Where are Milwaukee FUEL tools made?
Milwaukee Tool which is foreign-owned but remains headquartered in Milwaukee, has invested $47 million into U.S. operations in the last 5 years and is continuing to grow their domestic production at their three manufacturing facilities located in Greenwood, MS, Jackson, MS, and Mukwonago, WI .
When did Milwaukee M18 come out?
The M18 Fuel line came to market back in 2012, and the line has expanded rapidly ever since—including the introduction of Milwaukee M12 Fuel tools.
Is M12 better than M18?
M12 batteries are designed to be compatible with M12 tools only. Besides tool compatibility, the other differences they have are that they are 12V batteries and smaller and sleeker. M18 batteries are better for extended uses, and with their larger design, it’s better for the heavier jobs where power is needed.
Are brushless tools worth it?
Is a brushless power tool worth the extra money? In short, our verdict is yes. For many people, the 30% price increase is a big hurdle, especially since many of these tools cost a lot to purchase in the first place.
Does Milwaukee make a battery pressure washer?
Delivering unrivaled performance in a compact structure, all M18 FUEL™ products feature three MILWAUKEE® exclusive innovations — the POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software — that deliver unmatched power, run-time and durability.
Is M18 stronger than M12?
Back to the M18 batteries, the M18 cordless tools use 18-volt batteries, making them more powerful than the M12. There are three types of the M18 battery; regular, XC, and high demand, each having different run times.
Do M18 batteries work in fuel tools?
With the Milwaukee M18 Batteries Powering More Than 175 Tools, Choosing the Best Battery for Each Tool is Key. It’s a simple concept—every M18 RedLithium battery works in any M18 or M18 Fuel tool.
Do all Milwaukee M18 batteries interchangeable?
Are The Batteries Interchangeable? No, the batteries are not interchangeable.
