Porter-Cable announces the launch of its new 4-½-inch Small Angle Grinders (PC60TCTAG and PC60TAG) that are designed to offer contractors performance, ergonomics, ease of use and durability.

Porter-Cable announces the launch of its new 4-½-inch Small Angle Grinders (PC60TCTAG and PC60TAG) that are designed to offer contractors performance, ergonomics, ease of use and durability. Both the PC60TAG and the PC60TCTAG will ship with a standard grinding guard; however the PC60TCTAG comes with an additional Type 1 Cutting Guard, which meets UL standards for cutting with a small angle grinder. Both grinders come with a 6 AMP motor that delivers 11,000 RPM for tough jobsite applications including grinding and cutting metal, cleaning and finishing surfaces, and tuck-pointing. During the design process the grip areas were streamlined to make it easier for the users to hold the tools and both units are lightweight at 4.1 pounds to reduce user fatigue. The PC60TCTAG and PC60TAG ‘s key feature is the tool free quick release guard; this allows users to properly align the guard to control the spark path. The models incorporate a three-position handle and a rotatable housing feature that allows the gear housing to circumvolve for optimal positioning in all applications. Finally, a spindle lock is located on top of the gear housing for quick and safe wheel changes. The grinders 6 AMP motor comes with quick access to the motor brushes, which permits easy service and additional life. For more information, visit www.portercable.com.