In 2011 Milwaukee Tool launch their first update to the cordless Caulk Gun in about 10 years. The M18 caulk guns offered many improved features including variable speed trigger, 950 lbs of force to push out the highest viscosity material and it could do up to 200 tubes with a single slim M18 battery. It also had a $300 price tag and was simply overkill if you wanted to seal windows or glue something together with a construction adhesive. The new Milwaukee M12 Caulk Gun 10oz 2441-21 on the other hand has a starting price of only $149 (with battery) and with 400 lbs force can still handle most common general construction applications.
We had a chance to use one of these at the Milwaukee 2012 Media Event and it was very impressive. If you are using any M12 tools on the jobsite currently this seems like a very economical investment as it will save a lot of time and keep you from getting carpal tunnel a few years down the road. For more information, specs, pricing on the 4 different models click here, Milwaukee M12 Caulk Guns, watch the Tool Select Video below or check out the full Milwaukee press release below that.
MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Electric Tool continues to expand the industry’s largest sub-compact battery system with the introduction of the new M12™ Cordless Caulk and Adhesive Gun. With 40% less weight than competitive cordless caulk guns, the new tool is the most compact and lightest weight professional battery powered caulk gun on the market, bridging the gap between heavier high force cordless options and laborious hand tools.
“For years the only professional battery powered caulking guns available have been high force units designed to dispense high viscosity materials in specialty applications. Users that do not commonly dispense these high viscosity materials such as construction, manufacturing, and trade professionals, have continued to use manual tools because the cordless options were too heavy and expensive.” says David Lincoln, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool Corporation. “The M12™ Caulk and Adhesive gun is a lightweight, compact, and affordable solution that allows users to eliminate the excessive fatigue they experience by using repetitive manual tools all day. This new tool is optimized for use with common construction sealants and adhesives.”
The M12™ Cordless Caulk and Adhesive gun also features Constant Flow Technology for steady dispensing, and a 360º rotating collar design for easy use around turns. A variable speed trigger and six-setting maximum speed dial also optimize the tool’s 0-28 IPM (inches per minute) flow rate for best-in-class control providing cleaner, faster installations. With 400 lbs. of pushing force the M12™ Cordless Caulk and Adhesive gun easily dispenses common construction sealants and hot-applied glazing urethanes.
In addition, a Reversing Anti-Drip feature automatically backs up the plunger to relieve pressure from the tube. A durable hook made of impact modified nylon allows the user to hang the tool for storage while preventing breakage in rugged jobsite conditions.
The M12™ Cordless Caulk and Adhesive Gun will be sold as a 10oz bare tool and in kits with the options of 10oz, Sausage, and Quart style material containers. With an interchangeable Quick-Change carriage design, carriage accessories will be sold separately to allow the user to quickly change the tool to accommodate different material styles.
Powered by revolutionary M12™ RED LITHIUM™ Battery technology*, the new tool will dispense up to 150 10oz tubes of building sealant on just one charge. The new caulk guns are also compatible with the entire M12™ System, now offering over 40 cordless Lithium-Ion products. The M12™ platform is the largest sub-compact system in the industry, offering innovative solutions in power, productivity, and portability.
2441-21 M12™ Cordless Caulk and Adhesive Gun Kit
Up to 400 lbs of Force
Variable Speed Trigger and Max Speed Dial
0-28 IPM Dispensing Rate
For Use with 10oz Cartridge Material
Includes 2441-20 M12™ 10oz Caulk and Adhesive Gun, (1) M12™ RED LITHIUM™ Battery Pack, and 30 Min Charger
2441-20 M12™ Cordless 10oz Caulk and Adhesive Gun Bare Tool
Up to 400 lbs of Force
Variable Speed Trigger and Max Speed Dial
0-28 IPM Dispensing Rate
For Use with 10oz Cartridge Material
Includes 2441-20 M12™ 10oz Caulk and Adhesive Gun
2442-21 M12™ Cordless 20oz Sausage Style Caulk and Adhesive Gun Kit
Up to 400 lbs of Force
Variable Speed Trigger and Max Speed Dial
0-28 IPM Dispensing Rate
For Use with 20oz Sausage Pack Material
Includes 2442-20 M12™ 20oz Sausage Style Caulk and Adhesive Gun, (1) M12™ RED LITHIUM™ Battery Pack, and 30 Min Charger
2444-21 M12™ Cordless Quart Caulk and Adhesive Gun Kit
Up to 400 lbs of Force
Variable Speed Trigger and Max Speed Dial
0-28 IPM Dispensing Rate
For Use with Quart Pack Material
Includes 2444-20 M12™ Quart Caulk and Adhesive Gun, (1) M12™ RED LITHIUM™ Battery Pack, and 30 Min Charger
Available Accessories:
48-08-0900 M12™ 10oz Carriage Conversion Kit
48-08-0905 M12™ 20oz (600ml) Aluminum Sausage Barrel Conversion Kit
48-08-0910 M12™ Quart Caulk and Adhesive Conversion Kit
48-08-1091 20 oz (600ml) Aluminum Sausage Barrel Kit
48-08-1096 20 oz (600ml) Clear Sausage Barrel Kit
31-12-0700 Black Nozzle