The Metabo WEV15-125 HT is a robust, powerful variable-speed angle grinder designed for processing natural stone. Its gear-reduction system and reduced, adjustable speed support controlled, material-friendly grinding and cutting applications.
Vario-Tacho-Constamatic full-wave electronics allow the operator to select customized speeds using a thumbwheel. The electronic system is designed to keep the selected speed nearly constant, even under load.
The Metabo LongLife Motor features a patented dust guard. According to the manufacturer, the motor provides up to 20% greater overload capacity and 50% more torque.
Typical Applications
Processing natural stone
Variable-speed grinding
Applications requiring reduced operating speeds
Working with materials that require customized speeds
Cutting applications
Left- or right-handed operation
Advantages
Designed for processing natural stone
Gear reduction and adjustable speed support material-friendly operation
Metabo LongLife Motor with patented dust guard
According to the manufacturer, provides up to 20% greater overload capacity
According to the manufacturer, provides 50% more torque
Vario-Tacho-Constamatic full-wave electronics
Selected speed remains nearly constant under load
Tool-free adjustable, twist-resistant guard
Torque-limiting clutch helps minimize kickback if the disc jams
Electronic overload protection
Soft-start function
Restart protection
Gear housing rotates in 90-degree increments
Auto-stop carbon brushes help protect the motor
Specifications
Brand: Metabo
Model: WEV15-125 HT
Product type: Variable-speed angle grinder
Disc diameter: 5 inches
Primary material application: Natural stone
Speed control: Vario-Tacho-Constamatic full-wave electronics with thumbwheel
Drive system: Gear reduction
Motor: Metabo LongLife Motor
Motor protection: Patented dust guard and auto-stop carbon brushes
Guard adjustment: Tool free
Clutch: Metabo S-automatic Torque Limiting Clutch
Electronic features: Overload protection, soft start and restart protection
Gear-housing adjustment: Rotates in 90-degree increments
Operating and Safety Features
The Metabo S-automatic Torque Limiting Clutch is designed to help minimize kickback if the disc jams unexpectedly. Electronic overload protection helps protect the tool during demanding applications, while soft start provides controlled startup and restart protection helps prevent unintended operation after a power interruption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the Metabo WEV15-125 HT designed to process?
It is designed for processing natural stone.
Does the grinder have adjustable speed?
Yes. A thumbwheel allows the operator to select customized speeds for the material and application.
Does the grinder maintain its selected speed under load?
The Vario-Tacho-Constamatic electronic system is designed to keep the selected speed nearly constant, even under load.
Can the guard be adjusted without tools?
Yes. The guard is tool-free adjustable and designed to resist twisting.
Does the grinder include kickback protection?
The Metabo S-automatic Torque Limiting Clutch is designed to help minimize kickback if the disc jams unexpectedly.
Can the grinder be configured for left-handed operation?
Yes. The gear housing can be rotated in 90-degree increments for left-handed operation or cutting applications.
How is the motor protected?
The grinder includes a patented motor dust guard, electronic overload protection and auto-stop carbon brushes.
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