Built for 6" wheel grinding, cutting, and metal surface preparation, the Chicago Pneumatic CP3650-100AB6 Angle Grinder delivers 10,000 RPM free speed for controlled work with properly rated abrasive wheels. Its 2.27 HP / 1695 W governed pneumatic motor helps maintain wheel speed under load, which matters when removing weld seams, cutting repair sections, cleaning edges, or preparing metal before finishing. The 6" / 150 mm wheel capacity gives users more coverage than 4-1/2" and 5" grinders while remaining more maneuverable than larger 7" wheel models. A 5/8"-11 UNC spindle thread supports common North American grinder wheel hardware when the selected wheel, guard, and speed rating match the job.
The CP3650-100AB6 is part of Chicago Pneumatic's CP3650 Series, built for productive pneumatic grinding and cutting with safety-focused handling features. The keyless pull-and-turn swiveling guard offers 360° rotation with indexed guard positions, helping the operator reposition the guard as the work angle changes. A spindle lock button supports faster abrasive disc changes, while the steel swiveling air inlet helps reduce hose pull around frames, weldments, fixtures, and workpieces. The aluminum body with composite over-sleeve gives the tool a manageable grip surface during repeated grinding, cutting, and surface preparation work.
Type: Angle Grinder | Series: CP3650 | Model: CP3650-100AB6 | SKU: 6151607890 | Free Speed: 10,000 RPM | Power: 2.27 HP / 1695 W | Max Wheel Capacity: 6" / 150 mm | Spindle Thread: 5/8"-11 UNC | Auto Balancer: No | Air Consumption at Free Speed: 27.5 CFM / 13.0 l/s | Air Consumption at Load: 55.3 CFM / 26.1 l/s | Air Inlet: 3/8" BSP | Working Pressure: 90 PSI / 6.3 bar | Min. Hose Diameter: 1/2" / 13 mm | Length: 9.74" / 247.5 mm | Height: 4.06" / 103 mm | Width: 6.81" / 173 mm | Side to Center: 1.34" / 34 mm | Weight: 5.07 lb / 2.3 kg | Sound Pressure: 89 dB(A) | Sound Power: 100 dB(A) | Vibration Level: 5.9 m/s² | Vibration Uncertainty K: 1.6 m/s² | Guard Rotation: 360° | Guard Positions: 15 | Guard Type: Keyless Pull and Turn | Main Material: Aluminum with Composite Over-Sleeve | Spindle Lock: Yes | Starting System: Safety Lever
Features:
- 10,000 RPM free speed supports controlled grinding and cutting with compatible 6" abrasive wheels.
- 2.27 HP / 1695 W governed motor helps maintain productive wheel speed during weld cleanup, edge grinding, cutting, and surface preparation.
- 6" / 150 mm wheel capacity provides more coverage than smaller grinder formats while preserving better handling than larger 7" tools.
- 5/8"-11 UNC spindle thread supports compatible wheel hardware when the correct guard and abrasive accessory are selected.
- Keyless pull-and-turn swiveling guard offers 360° rotation with 15 guard positions for faster guard adjustment.
- Spindle lock button helps reduce abrasive disc change time between cutting, grinding, and cleanup operations.
- Steel swiveling air inlet helps reduce hose drag while the tool is moved around workpieces, fixtures, and frames.
- Protective rubber on the angle head housing and composite over-sleeve help support daily use in grinding and repair environments.
Applications:
- Metal fabrication: grinding weld seams, cleaning cut edges, removing burrs, and preparing steel or aluminum parts before finishing.
- Industrial maintenance and MRO: rust removal, wheel-based cutting, surface cleanup, and repair work on guards, covers, fixtures, and plant hardware.
- Frame and equipment service: grinding supports, tabs, brackets, repair plates, and structural components where a 6" wheel is appropriate.
- Body shop and vehicle repair: cutting panels, cleaning brackets, grinding repair sections, and preparing metal surfaces before refinishing.
- Workshop and field service: pneumatic grinding and cutting for users with a compressor system capable of supporting the tool's air demand.
FAQs:
- Q: What wheels can be used with the CP3650-100AB6?
A: Use compatible 6" / 150 mm grinding or cutting wheels that match the 5/8"-11 UNC spindle setup, guard configuration, and work application. The wheel's maximum operating speed must equal or exceed the grinder's 10,000 RPM free speed. - Q: How is the CP3650-100AB6 different from the 5" CP3650 models?
A: The CP3650-100AB6 uses a larger 6" wheel and runs at 10,000 RPM. The 5" CP3650 models run at 12,000 RPM and are more compact, while the 6" model gives more wheel coverage per pass. - Q: What air supply does this angle grinder require?
A: Chicago Pneumatic lists 55.3 CFM / 26.1 l/s air consumption at load and 27.5 CFM / 13.0 l/s at free speed. Use a compressed-air system that can maintain 90 PSI / 6.3 bar at the tool through a minimum 1/2" / 13 mm hose. - Q: Does this model include an auto balancer?
A: No. The CP3650-100AB6 is listed without an auto balancer. For applications where reduced vibration is a major selection factor, compare it with CP3650 variants that include the auto-balancer feature. - Q: What does the keyless guard do?
A: The keyless pull-and-turn guard lets the operator reposition the guard without a separate tool. This helps keep the guard aligned correctly as the grinding or cutting angle changes around frames, panels, weldments, and fixtures.
| SKU | PART NUMBER | FREE SPEED | AUTO-BALANCER | POWER | MAX WHEEL CAPACITY | SPINDLE THREAD | AIR CONS. @LOAD | NET WEIGHT | LENGTH | VIBRATION LEVEL ISO 28927 (M/S2) |
SOUND PRESS. | SOUND POWER | AIR INLET | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| hp | W | in. | mm | cfm | l/s | lb | kg | in. | mm | |||||||||
| CP3650-120AA5 | 6151607860 | 12,000 | No | 2.4 | 1800 | 5 | 125 | M14 | 63 | 29.8 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | 7.4 | 90 | - | 3/8 |
| CP3650-120AA5V | 6151607870 | 12,000 | Yes | 2.4 | 1800 | 5 | 125 | M14 | 63 | 29.8 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | 5.2 | 92 | - | 3/8 |
| CP3650-120AH5V | 6151607880 | 12,000 | Yes | 2.4 | 1800 | 5 | 125 | Hexa | 63 | 29.8 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | 3.8 | 92 | - | 3/8 |
| CP3650-100AB6 | 6151607890 | 10,000 | No | 2.3 | 1600 | 6 | 150 | 5/8-11 UNC | 55 | 26 | 5.07 | 2.3 | 9.74 | 247.5 | - | 89 | - | 3/8 |
| CP3650-120AB45 | 6151607840 | 12,000 | No | 2.4 | 1800 | 4-1/2 | 115 | 5/8-11 UNC | 63 | 29.8 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | - | 90 | - | 3/8 |
| CP3650-120AB5V | 6151607900 | 12,000 | Yes | 2.4 | 1800 | 5 | 125 | 5/8-11 UNC | 63 | 29.4 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | 8.6 | 103 | 93 | 3/8 |
| CP3650-100AB6V | 6151607910 | 10,000 | Yes | 2.3 | 1695 | 6 | 150 | 5/8-11 UNC | 61 | 28.9 | 5.07 | 2.3 | 9.74 | 247.5 | 5.3 | 101 | 90 | 3/8 |
| CP3650-120AB5 | 6151607850 | 12,000 | No | 2.4 | 1800 | 5 | 125 | 5/8-11 UNC | 63 | 29.8 | 4.85 | 2.2 | 9.74 | 247.5 | - | 90 | - | 3/8 |
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- Type
- Angle Grinder
- Auto Balancer
- No
- Power (hp)
- 2.3
- RPM
- 10000
- Max Wheel Capacity (in.)
- 6
- Spindle Thread (in.)
- 5/8-11 UNC
- Air Consumption (CFM)
- 55
- Air Consumption (l/s)
- 26
- Sound Power (dBA)
- 89
- Sound Pressure (dBA)
- -
- Air Inlet
- 3/8"
