Cleco 216GLFC-165A-C4 Heavy Duty Head Angle Grinder | 216 Series | 0.7 HP | 16,500 RPM | Aluminum Housing | Rear Exhaust

Built for fast carbide burr work in fabrication, foundry cleanup, and industrial repair, the Cleco 216GLFC-165A-C4 is a 216 Series right-angle pneumatic grinder with a compact heavy-duty head for controlled access around welds, castings, brackets, and machined edges. Its 16,500 RPM free speed gives operators the higher cutting speed needed for 3/4" carbide burr deburring, while the 1/4" collet accepts common industrial burrs used for shaping, blending, and localized stock removal.

The aluminum housing keeps the tool strong without unnecessary weight, and the right-angle layout helps place the burr into corners, shoulders, and restricted work areas that are harder to reach with inline grinders. 

Type: Right Angle Grinder | Series: 216 Series | Model: 216GLFC-165A-C4 | Collet Size: 1/4 in | Exhaust: Rear | Free Speed: 16,500 RPM | Abrasive Capacity: 3/4" Carbide Burr | Housing: Aluminum | Weight: 1.76 lb | Length: 9.1 in | Head Height: 2.20 in | Air Inlet Size: 1/4 in

Features:

• Right angle grinder format helps operators work along welds, inside corners, and component edges where straight grinders may not line up cleanly.
• 16,500 RPM free speed supports fast, controlled carbide burr cutting for deburring and small-area material removal.
• 1/4" collet accommodates common industrial carbide burrs used in metal fabrication, casting cleanup, and maintenance repair work.
• 3/4" carbide burr capacity makes the tool suitable for localized grinding, shaping, and edge cleanup rather than large-wheel surface grinding.
• Rugged and durable aluminum housing supports repeated use in production and repair environments while keeping tool weight manageable.
• Heavy-duty angle head construction helps maintain control during burr grinding on metal parts, fixtures, and fabricated assemblies.
• Catalog-listed standard equipment includes the applicable collet and collet wrenches.

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Applications:

• Metal fabrication shops — removing burrs from cut plate, cleaning weld starts and stops, and blending small surface imperfections.
• Foundries and casting repair — cleaning flash, small gates, and localized casting defects with a 3/4" carbide burr.
• Industrial maintenance and MRO — dressing worn edges, preparing repair areas, and cleaning machinery parts before reassembly.
• Shipbuilding and structural repair — working around stiffeners, brackets, frames, and other confined steel structures.
• Automotive, fleet, and equipment service — shaping brackets, housings, and fabricated components during repair or modification work.

FAQs:

• Q: What burr size is this Cleco grinder rated for?
  A: The catalog lists the 216GLFC-165A-C4 for a 3/4" carbide burr with a 1/4" collet. Always confirm the burr shank size, burr diameter, and maximum RPM rating before use.
• Q: Is this model for carbide burrs or grinding wheels?
  A: This C4 collet model is listed for carbide burr use, not as a wheel grinder. Do not mount grinding wheels, saw blades, or accessories that are not compatible with the collet and rated speed of the tool.
• Q: Why choose the 16,500 RPM version instead of an 11,500 RPM model?
  A: The 16,500 RPM speed is better suited to smaller carbide burr work where higher surface speed helps the burr cut cleanly. The lower-speed 11,500 RPM versions are typically matched to larger burr or wheel capacities, depending on the exact model.
• Q: What does the right angle head help with?
  A: A right angle head places the burr at 90 degrees to the tool body, which helps the operator reach shoulders, corners, weld toes, and recessed areas that are awkward for a straight grinder.
• Q: Is this a front exhaust or rear exhaust grinder?
  A: The catalog source lists this SKU as front exhaust, while the supplied product title states rear exhaust. Verify the exhaust configuration against the manufacturer record or product label before publishing the final page.

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