Quick Facts — Makita DGA506Z Cordless angle grinder
- Brand: Makita
- Model: DGA506Z
- Type: Cordless angle grinder
- Voltage: 18 V (LXT)
- Disc diameter: 125 mm
- Motor: Brushless
- Supplied: Without battery and charger
The Makita DGA506Z is a cordless angle grinder in the 18 V LXT series with a brushless motor, intended for cutting, grinding and surface treatment with a 125 mm disc without a cable or wall socket.
The machine is supplied without battery and charger. It is powered by Makita 18 V batteries, with the exception of the 1.3 Ah battery.
Key benefits of the DGA506Z angle grinder
The brushless motor delivers performance comparable to mains-powered models, so demanding jobs can be done without a cable or wall socket. The main benefits:
- Brushless, battery-powered motor that drives the 125 mm disc with high output.
- Slim, rubberised machine body for a secure grip.
- Movable side handle (right/left) for control with both the guiding hand and the support hand.
- Powered by the Makita 18 V battery series.
How the DGA506Z angle grinder is used for cutting, grinding and surface treatment
The DGA506Z angle grinder is used for lighter as well as more demanding cutting, grinding and surface treatment tasks where a cable would be in the way. The slim, rubberised machine body and the movable side handle allow the grip to be adapted to the working position and to whether the user is right- or left-handed.
Technical Specifications
| Battery voltage | 18 V |
| Series | LXT |
| Motor type | Brushless |
| Side handle | Movable, right/left |
| Battery compatibility | Makita 18 V series, not the 1.3 Ah battery |
Chosen by: Sheet metal workers who cut and grind without a cable. Welders dressing seams on site. Fitters working where no mains socket is available. Maintenance technicians needing quick surface treatment.
Found in: Metal and sheet metal industry. Construction and civil engineering. Workshop industry. Service and maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does the Makita DGA506Z angle grinder fit all 18 V batteries?
No. The DGA506Z angle grinder is powered by the Makita 18 V battery series, but not by the 1.3 Ah battery. Battery and charger are not included and are sold separately.
Which disc diameter does the Makita DGA506Z angle grinder use?
The Makita DGA506Z angle grinder uses a 125 mm disc. The brushless motor drives the disc with performance comparable to mains-powered models.
What distinguishes the Makita DGA506Z angle grinder from other angle grinders?
The DGA506Z angle grinder is battery-powered with a brushless motor in the 18 V LXT series, giving performance comparable to mains-powered models without a cable. It also has a slim, rubberised machine body and a side handle that can be moved between the right and left side.