When 1/4" and metric-shank accessories both need a compact straight-body grinder, the Dotco 10L2080-01M6 Inline Die Grinder pairs 0.6 HP pneumatic output with a fast 25,000 RPM free speed for deburring, die/mold cleanup, and controlled small-area material removal. Its inline configuration keeps the tool aligned with the work surface for direct hand control, while the 6 mm collet configuration supports metric accessory use in shops that standardize on 6 mm carbide burrs or mounted abrasive points.
Part of the Dotco 10-20 Series, this rear-exhaust model routes exhaust air away from the front of the tool and workpiece. The rear exhaust layout is especially useful for detail grinding, where chips, dust, or exhaust blast near the burr can affect visibility. With a catalog abrasive capacity of 3/4" carbide burr and 1.5" mounted wheel, the 10L2080-01M6 is a practical choice for bench repair, finishing stations, casting cleanup, and precision metalwork that needs a lightweight inline die grinder rather than a larger wheel grinder.
Type: Inline Die Grinder | Series: 10-20 Series | Model: 10L2080-01M6 | Power: 0.6 HP (0.45 kW) | Free Speed: 25,000 RPM | Collet Size: 1/4" / 6 mm | Collet Guard: 200 Series | Throttle Type: Lock-Off Lever | Exhaust: Rear | Abrasive Capacity: 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | Housing: Aluminum | Weight: 1.32 lb | Length: 5.8" | Air Inlet Size: 1/4" | Air Pressure: 90 PSI (620 kPa) | Minimum Hose I.D.: 5/16" (7.9 mm) | Standard Equipment: Applicable collet, collet wrenches
Features:
- 0.6 HP motor gives the tool the power needed for burr work, small mounted wheels, edge cleanup, and localized stock removal.
- 25,000 RPM free speed supports fast cutting action with compatible carbide burrs and properly rated mounted abrasives.
- 1/4" / 6 mm collet configuration helps shops support both inch and metric accessory programs where applicable.
- Rear exhaust directs exhaust air away from the tool nose, helping keep the grinding area clearer during close-detail work.
- Lock-off lever throttle helps reduce unintended starts by requiring deliberate throttle engagement before operation.
- Durable aluminum housing keeps the tool compact while supporting daily use in deburring, die/mold, and finishing departments.
- 200 Series collet termination matches the -01M6 configuration listed for this model family.
- Standard equipment includes the applicable collet and collet wrenches for setup and accessory changes.
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Applications:
- Die and mold maintenance: Refining edges, cleaning parting lines, and shaping small contours with compatible 6 mm burrs.
- Metal fabrication and welding repair: Removing burrs, smoothing tack areas, and blending small weld starts or stops after fabrication.
- Machining and toolroom work: Cleaning drilled holes, deburring machined features, and correcting small surface imperfections at the bench.
- Foundry and casting cleanup: Removing flash, smoothing cast edges, and finishing tight areas that larger grinders cannot reach cleanly.
- Automotive, fleet, and garage repair: Detail grinding on brackets, housings, and metal repair parts when a compact inline air grinder is the right fit.
FAQs:
- Q: What does the “M6” suffix mean on this Dotco die grinder?
A: The M6 suffix identifies the metric 6 mm collet configuration. The catalog also lists this model with 1/4" / 6 mm collet sizing, making it useful for shops that run metric-shank burrs or need to support both common accessory standards. - Q: What accessories are appropriate for the 10L2080-01M6?
A: The catalog lists this model for 3/4" carbide burrs and 1.5" mounted wheels. Always match the accessory shank, diameter, and maximum RPM rating to the grinder before use. - Q: How is rear exhaust different from front exhaust?
A: Rear exhaust routes air out the back of the tool instead of near the grinding point. That can help reduce exhaust blast at the work surface when deburring small parts or working in tight visual areas. - Q: What air setup should be used with this grinder?
A: This tool is rated at 90 PSI (620 kPa) and lists a minimum hose I.D. of 5/16" (7.9 mm). Use clean, regulated, lubricated air and avoid undersized hose runs that can reduce speed and cutting performance. - Q: Can this grinder be used with cut-off wheels?
A: This model is cataloged for carbide burrs and mounted wheels, not cut-off wheels. For cutting discs, use a properly guarded cut-off tool rated for the wheel size and operating speed.
| SKU | Collet Size | Exhaust | Free Speed |
Abrasive Capacity Grinder |
Weight | Length | Air Inlet Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| r/min | Lb | in | in | ||||
| 10L2000-01 | 1/4 in | Front | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2000-36 | 1/4 in | Front | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.1 | 6.4 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2002-36 | 1/4 in | Front | 18000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 6.6 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2005-01 | 1/4 in | Front | 20000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.7 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2080-01 | 1/4 in | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2080-01M6 | 1/4 in | 6mm | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2080-36 | 1/4 in | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 6.4 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2081-01 | 1/4 in | Rear | 20000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10L2082-01 | 1/4 in | Rear | 18000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 6.6 | 1/4 in |
| 10N2080-01 | 1/4 in | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10N2080-0124 | 3/8 in | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
| 10N2080-0124LH | 3/8 in | Rear | 25000 | 3/4" Carbide Burr, 1.5" Mounted Wheel | 1.32 | 5.8 | 1/4 in |
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