I'm considering a purchase of Milwaukee power tools and just wanted to know if they have a reputation for catching fire. I've seen some posts discussing this recently, and since I've never owned Milwaukee tools before, I'm curious if anyone has experienced this or knows how common this issue really is.
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Honestly, any brand of tools can have issues; I’ve seen tools from all kinds of manufacturers have problems. A lot depends on how you use them, too. Just take care of your gear, and you should be fine!
It's important to remember that pretty much any lithium-ion battery can potentially catch fire if something goes wrong, including phones and other tools. Milwaukee tools are generally safe, but if you're looking for anecdotes, you're likely to find some scary stories because those cases tend to get a lot of attention. Just keep in mind that failure is rare overall, and a few incidents don’t represent the whole picture.
Thanks for the info! That reassures me a bit.