The best cheap angle grinder? Black and Decker BDEG400 teardown and review 

I had a lot of old pipes and rebar to cut up and from what I read ru-vid.comUgkxPDBfLu68o58Aw85O_J-zIFfjJARBhp-3 this would be the tool for the job. Since I had never used one, I watched a couple of youtube videos and I'm so glad I did. Some really good safety tips, which I followed, and this tool did a splendid job. One good thing to know is the weight of the tool puts just about the right amount of pressure on the metal I was cutting, so I didn't have to use a lot of pressure, which is more likely to jam the tool. It made fast work of my job.

I got mine 2 years ago for Christmas and it's definitely worth the price. I've used it to grind, sharpen mower blades, cut steel pipe, wire wheel, and remove paint. It's comfortable and durable.

Thanks a bunch for this work ! searching replacement for a vintage bosch 1347, this was pbly the most valuable/informative surgical teardown / test i ever watched. youre a referential level !

Glad you found Vessel screwdrivers. I bought one on a whim a year ago after encountering some JIS screws and use it almost every day. Their drivers work great with regular Phillips drives in my experience as well.

My ex girlfriend bought this for me at WALMART over 3 years ago. I didn’t think I’d like it but.... I absolutely love it.

Your video's are top notch! Very informative, thank you for making them. For me I think the Black and Decker is worth the extra money.

Your comprehensive and thorough review is outstanding. Well thought out and well presented. I'm a new subscriber to your channel !!!

Very good and informative video. I would like to see you take apart a Bauer or the hyper tough (Walmart brand) angle grinder if you should happen to get your hands on one. Or any other hyper tough tool for that matter. Thanks for the great content.

What a great channel. I found it researching whether the Black and Decker bottom end would fit on my old burned out Freud biscuit jointer. This video has given me the confidence to give it a go. Worse case is a cheap backup angle grinder.

THANKS for the outstanding review and tear-down. You put a lot of thought and time into helping others and it is appreciated so much.

I bought this grinder based on this excellent review and have been very satisfied. Thank you for taking time to make this.

Thanks for the in-depth tool review. Just ordered the B&D on Amazon. 👍🏻

I've had the grinder for 5 years now, not one problem and it has very well paid for itself. It gets my recommendation

Thanks for another very informative video. Look forward for more in the future...

I have the older model, and yes, it's amazing, 7 years and works no flaws (even tho I cut the cable with the grinder), for 25 euros... you can't beat it

People talk smack about B&D a lot, but they still are a great, affordable tool brand. My first jigsaw was a B&D, is over 7 yrs old and I still use it for everything today, and I think I only paid around $35.00 bucks for it. Seven+ years of use for $35.00 is outstanding in my opinion.

Thanks for sharing. And nice review. I just subbed to ur channel🤟🏼✌🏻from Denver Colorado

Loved this... Had to subscribe!

Great review and teardown brother

just found this channel.. nice review :) earned yourself a sub! look forward to the next one

This video changed my opinion of the B&D brand.

Nice video. Have you considered getting together with Project Farm? You two would make a good team

I think the black and decker vs the harbor freight paddle grinder would be interesting to see. As they’re both around $25. And better then the $10 grinder. Great info and cool channel!!

i have watched you take apart 4 grinders and i must say that the makita 9557nb that i took apart has the best brush holders and the biggest brushes

I’ve got Vessel drivers as well. It’s interesting to note that they developed the JIS bit standard. The set I have is different. The tips are designed to properly fit both JIS and Phillips. They do work very well. I see that the B&D has the same wrench for the wheel lock as the HF model. I recently bought that HF model. Normally, I use both 7 and 11 amp DeWalt grinders. But last year, Jody from Welding Tips & Tricks showed an adapter for Roloc disks, which I bought. $15, and a great idea. So I can use them on an angle grinder in addition to my handpiece on my Fordoms. Problem is that they’re really too big, heavy and powerful for these 2” disks. The HF is perfect for that purpose. Small, light, and far more powerful for that use. The only complaint I have about the HF tool is the switch, you should talk about switches. The paddle switches are far better than any slide switch on an angle grinder. The paddles let one use at least two, and usually, three fingers to hold it closed. The grip is natural, as it’s the same you use to hold the tool. The little flip safety works very well so that you forget you’re using it after a short time. The push switch uses one finger, usually the thumb. It’s spring loaded for safety. But that spring is hard, and your thumb gets tired after a short while. Your hand also slips towards the rear of the tool, since you’re pushing the switch forwards. I don’t know how that BD switch feels. But the one from the HF is surprisingly tough to keep closed. I wouldn’t expect to see a paddle switch on a cheap tool, as they do cost more though. What does the BD weigh? One major reason I bought the HF for the Roloc was it weighs so little. But, this is the only grinder I took the guard off of. You don’t need it with Roloc disks, and the disk sticks out 4 inches anyway. That allows it to reach spots that you can only dream of with the 4.5” disks. You should try it.

Thank you for sharing ❤️ ☺

I just bought a "Parkside" grinder from Lidl (German supermarket chain). 125mm (5 inch) rat tail style, 1200W, quick adjust guard and speed control for 22.99€ after tax (that would be 21,13$ before tax). I don´t know if Lidl sells powertools in their US stores. I might take it apart and have a look, for the power it´s definitely very cheap, about half the price of nameless grinders with similar specs- I does come with a three year warranty wich is nice. Feels good, PA6-GF30 for the housing, the flex has a thermal plastic jacket though. These videos are very inspirational. EDIT: The Black&Decker seems to be a good offering for 20$. For some small stuff around the house or multiples for specialty attachments it´s good to have around. For everyday and professional use something a little better would be more like it.

Very nice video. I actually use one of these. I paid $31.00 in 2018 for it and used it a lot. The other day I pushed it a little too hard and overheated the windings a little but it still runs. Very good grinder for very little money.

I use the black and decker everyday. I'm a believer in this unit. I'm working part time at a fab shop and I grind for 2 hours at a time 5 days a week

Nicely explained. I appreciate

The cheapo Black and Decker tools are pretty decent. I got an 8volt impact on clearance and it does 70% of the work my bulky dewalt 18volt used to do

Thanks for all the cool videos. Can you do a tear down on a WEN 4.5" angle grinder?? Thank you!

Last year at my local Walmart I found one of these grinders for $15 and a Bostitch 3/8 inch plug in drill for $20. I got them both, the grinder came with 3 discs which come in handy for sharpening lawn mower blades, the drill has enough torque to rip the heads off of 3/8 inch thick lag screws if you push it that hard by accident, whoops!

I'd like to see you tear down the red Harbor Freight angle grinder (runs about $16-$20); I've been told it's much better than the $10 one. I'd be curious to see what differences are inside.

Tnx for the demo sir..

New subscriber! I really like your attention to detail. I'm gonna pick up the B&D. I burned up my cheap harbor freight already and bought a nice dewalt. But I like having a spare cheapy! Lol

I love my 10$ grinder had it for 3 years an no problem other than the handle snaping

Great video. I think between this and the $10 Harbor Freight it depends on the use. If you're just using a wire wheel to knock off rust, then the $10 grinder is perfectly fine and should last a while, but if you're doing a lot of actual grinding, this would be better.

I had apart a 30 year old makita grinder. It had a rough life, all the bearings were bad, the pinion broke. In the head it also had a bronze bushing, and it was mint. Tight, no wear at all. In my opinion a good quality bronze bushing beats a cheap roller bearing, I can imagine the more moving parts wear out quicker. Fixed up and using it of course :)

This grinder looks pretty good for the money. I'm actually looking to add another grinder to the shop. The B&D is ~$30. Makita's entry level grinder is only $10 more. HFT's Hercules grinder can be had for ~35. I've had one for over a year and it performs very well. Surprisingly so. Hard to seriously consider the B&D, given the competition.

Another well done video!

I have one but didn't used that much because I got a Makita for Just twice as much I payed for the BD. But I use the Makita as 220v in 110v so I got low rpm. Same thing with my new big Makita ga7020. Running on low voltage to get low rpm so I can use as a sander as well and not burn the wood. If I need high rpm I'll always have the BackeDecker on standby

Would you recommend the B&D for light duty like sanding/grinding of a lawnmoer deck and sharpening of lawnmower blades?

Yes, I would and do use warranties for budget tools.

Never heard of twisting to line the switch on top. Very good idea. I am left handed and this would help a lot. Can you do that to the Makita grinders? Thanks.

Very good video thanks 👍👍👍

Excellent explanation -- Very Good knowledge you have -- very well explained in minute details . Just try & check other good make grinders like Bosch , Makita & Dewalt.

Thanks for the video. Lowe’s had the hitachi grinder a few months ago for $20 and I should have bought it. Been looking for a cheap grinder to leave a flap disc on. I get tired of switching discs all the tine. I may need to buy this Black and Decker as the Hitachi has gone up to $40.

I didn’t like the Black & Decker model only because it was not cordless. I returned it and wound up repurchasing it because it can’t be beat for the price and performance. I’m still shopping for a cordless model of grinder, but still is very sufficient given that it lacks portability. B&D has outclassed the major manufactures with this tool. Thanks for such an in-depth examination and analysis. 👌💪🏽✅

Great comparo, the HF probably cost 60 cents, to make the the B/D probably 85 cents. I have a Porter Cable grinder, got it on Amazon for $60.00 or so. But just like the others, it slings grease off the gears and flings to the sides of the case. It did, however, come with a cutting and a grinding guard.

Do you know where replacement brushes can be purchased for the HF "professional" angle grinder? I've gone through the spares provided in the box.

Good Review... Could you Teardown Review of Ingco Power tools. Angle Grinder. Thank you and more power...

I just acquired one of these, so found this very interesting and informative. I have a question... what type of cutting wheel were you using? was it a Type 1 or Type 27? (couldn't tell from the video). The reason I ask is that the manual says to NEVER use a Type 1 disc, and I have a bunch of them and no Type 7 cut off wheels.

Another nice tool teardown

I've got the slightly improved Drill Master for ten bucks (with a coupon) and it's hanging after hours of use. It has better internal parts then the previous version and will hang if you don't stress the motor and overheat it.

How does it compare to the Harbor Freight paddle switch grinder?

This is an awesome video. Explains so many questions. However it’s been asked a few times, but don’t see an answer is there a part number for the brushes for the BD grinder?

What snap ring pliers do you use?

I got the same type of black & decker angle grinder and the first time i used it i tried cutting a concrete fence post and 30 seconds in to using it , it stopped can you help and tell me what i might have broken or burnt in side the grinder I don’t want to throw it away as it brand new only used once for 30 seconds. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Yes I agree this grander is very smooth and good but finding spare parts is very tough in India (Delhi) which is known for hub

Do a teardown video about the craftsman cordless nailer.

From my research, CNXBB is a company called "Cixi Bituo Bearing, Ltd," and is based out of Zhejiang, China.

Do you have a list of inexpensive tools you think are of good value?

Holy crap, RU-vid hasnt been notifying me of your videos. I thought you hadnt put anything out for months.

I’ve been waiting for this vid

What kind of brushes does the Black decker grinder use?

BDEG400 is 6.5AMP now. i guess Black+Decker updated the internal components. Worth getting another one?

I bought a Hazzard Fraught drill once. Let the smoke out while plugging it in. And burned the brushes out of it when drilling a 1/2 bit into a 2*4. You get what ya pay for.

Good vid. Of course, 2 years on no telling if B&D are still making the same tool with the same components! It's $30 now. HF is $15. I see there is a $21 WEN 944 that looks just like the HF 69645, but they say it is 7 amp and they give a 2 year warranty. So, there's that. But I went with the B&D here.

Why DIY tools (like B&D) heat up fast and pro tools (Makita, Bosch) barely heat up? Does the motor run hotter or has a poor cooling system?

i replace my old school power tool cords with the orange cord from hardware store off the bulk reel.i get some really good old made in usa electric power tools and usually because the cords are brittle and cracked exposing bare copper wires. the electric drills i retrofit the jacobs chuck with a key to a cordless keyless 3/8 chuck from a dinosaur cordless drill or a dinosaur cordless drill from a garage sale for a dollar.i can get old aluminum housing power tools for 1-5 dollars this way. with a little sweat equity i get a power tool that will outlast me. on drills i usually remove all the old grease and repack with synthetic grease.i lubricate the armature bushings and scotchbrite the commutator . i can dedicate drills with wire wheels and flapdiscs and just grab and go. most have the locking trigger. i also spray the switches.these old drills will get so warm you need to wear a glove but they always work and dependable after going through them.

I will be doing a review on the earthquake xt brushless grinder soon from harbor freight

I bought one a few years ago in a pinch. Lasted me years with hard use. Just retired it for the dewalt!

I wonder how it compares to Harbor Freight's Chicago Electric grinder that's in the same price class?

The Porter-cable PECG011 4.5" angle grinders are a rebadge of this grinder, Lowes has had the P-C grinders on sale for $16. Only problem is that finding replacement carbon brushes is not easy, and these brushes go bad almost instantly if these grinders get into a stalled situation.

AWESOME and EVAULATION RESEARCH !!! looking into my First Grinder for $ 10-15 dllrs more B&D has the upper Hand ! Thank You ....Liked & Subscribed ! :)

Normally, I'm a big champion for the value HF tools offer, but that guard is a dealbreaker. Paying the $10 extra for a guard that can be easily adjusted is worth it to save you time and more importantly, stop you from wanting to remove it completely. Just google for angle grinder accidents to see what happens when a cut off wheel spinning at tens of thousands of RPMs decides to come apart. That $10 guard could save you thousands in hospital bills.

I subscribed to your channel. pls, Do a teardown of the cheap 8v black and decker drill(LDX172PK).

i´d like to see aldi workzone Grinder it is only 20€ and has 1,2kw

Wow, talk about a Detailed review!

Shielded bearings have a higher RPM rating than sealed bearings. They are fine inside grinders.

Do a Menards Masterforce 8 amp please.

Have one, older type and after 15 years of use and abuse, the only failure was the switch. Cost to replace it? $12.00

How replaced pinion gear

They run so so hot in a short space of time

Where is it made? I am surprised to see JIS screws fitted.

Just to let people know, Black and decker is the owner of Stanley power tools and Dewalt. Black and decker is the low end segment of power tools, Stanley is in the middle and Dewalt is the high end segment of power tools.

Bought one these a year or so ago haven't used all that much because I have other grinders I use more but got this one because I didn't have a 4.5 inch one but it just failed on me at the head where the gears meet tried to fix it but can't find any parts so I will just throw it away and get another cheap one the thing may have about 2 or 3 hours of use

Halpfull advised

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This teardown rivals ones done by some guy that fights evil with arduinos

welder here and this is a great grinder. better than harbor fraud and wal-farts house grinders. Although their grinding disks suuuuuck. Throw them out and buy literally any other brand. Ace is good for a cheaper option. The best i found was dewalt.

Just to say the Black & Decker Brand is owned by Stanley. Which they also own Dewalt. Black & Decker is & has aways been their cheaper deal. But the Black & Decker grinders aren't all that bad.

The color scheme makes it look sooo much like a Wen.

The best pawer

Well if it doesn't have a trigger or paddle switch it's not safe. Those slide switches stick.

this Black&Decker angle grinder is made in china, and it is made in my town , Yongkang city, Zhejiang Provice 😁

Update: mine finally died after cutting some serious cement.

How come no one post videos of the hypertough grinder tear down. Black and Decker makes hypertough. The brushes from this grinder fit it. The hypertough switch is rated at 8 amps even though the motor is rated for 8. There's halfa dozen grinders with the same basic shape and anywhere from 5.5-8 amps. I would like to see a amp draw on these cheap grinders. Since the switch is half decent. Brushes are cheap like 5 sets for $12

Harbor freight grinder has skate board bearings