{"product_id":"milwaukee-m18-compact-heat-gun-tool-only-promo-vyewbm","title":"Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun, Tool Only (PROMO)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/temperature-range.svg\" alt=\"temperature-range\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeats Fast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe high performance heating coil brings the tool to working temperature in about 7 seconds, so you can move quickly on heat shrink, wire connections, and small repair work without waiting around.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/length.svg\" alt=\"length\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eAt roughly 6.4 inches long and 1.7 pounds, this compact heat gun gets into tighter spots than a typical corded heat gun and is easier to control when you are working one-handed.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/power-source.svg\" alt=\"power-source\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM18 Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun runs on the M18 battery system, which matters if you already own M18 packs and want cordless heat without dragging an extension cord onto the job.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun\u003c\/strong\u003e, model \u003cstrong\u003e2688-20\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a cordless heat gun built for fast heating jobs where mobility matters more than bench-top output. This is a heat gun designed for heating connections, shrinking tubing, softening adhesives, bending plastics, and similar spot-heating work. If you already work on the Milwaukee M18 platform, this tool gives you a quick way to bring controlled heat to the job without dealing with a cord.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this tool matter is how quickly it gets useful. Milwaukee rates it to reach operational temperature in 7 seconds, which is a big deal when you are making repeated wire connections, knocking out service work, or moving from one repair point to the next. Instead of plugging in a larger corded unit and waiting for it to come up to temp, you can grab the tool, heat the connection, and move on. Milwaukee also states it can heat over 40 connections on a single XC5.0 battery, which gives you practical run time for repair and installation work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe compact size is the other real selling point. At 6.39 inches long and 1.7 pounds, the tool is short enough to get into tighter spaces where a full-size heat gun can be awkward. That matters for automotive work, electrical service, and any situation where you are reaching around surrounding parts instead of working on an open bench. The lighter weight also helps with control during short, repeated uses instead of leaving your hand and wrist doing all the work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilwaukee built in features that make more sense on a jobsite than on a spec sheet. The guarded nozzle helps protect nearby work surfaces when you are operating in close quarters, which is useful when heat is needed near finished materials, trim, wire insulation, or surrounding components you do not want to mark up. There is also an integrated ladder hook so you can hang the tool between tasks instead of setting a hot tool down wherever you can find space. An LED light improves visibility in darker work areas, which is a practical touch for service calls, under-dash automotive work, and low-light mechanical spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the electronics side, Milwaukee uses REDLINK intelligence to manage temperature and help protect the tool from overloads, overheating, and over-discharge conditions. That does not just sound good in a brochure. It matters because heat tools put constant strain on their internal components, and temperature management is a big part of long-term reliability. This is not a brushless tool, but for this application the focus is on heating performance, compact packaging, and runtime within the M18 system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystem fit is straightforward. The tool is compatible with all Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs, so it drops into an existing M18 setup without adding another charger or battery line. This bare tool version does not include a battery or charger, which is the right buy for someone already invested in M18. If you are not on that platform yet, factor that in before you check out.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? This is a smart pickup for electricians, automotive techs, maintenance crews, low-voltage installers, HVAC techs, and serious DIY users who need portable heat for connection work and repair tasks. It is especially strong for heat shrink tubing, wire terminals, adhesive removal, and plastic forming in tighter areas. If your work needs broad-area heating for long stretches, a larger corded heat gun may still make more sense. But if you want cordless convenience, quick startup, and easy access in cramped spaces, this one earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWork Without a Cord\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.milwaukeetool.com\/--\/web-images\/sc\/dbd0627632fc46568f10dc11f9cf5bdb?hash=53340f2731603e36f9f6f4237eb68f13\u0026amp;lang=en\" alt=\"Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun being used in an automotive engine bay to heat an electrical connection in a tight service area\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where a cordless heat gun makes sense. When you are working under a hood, inside a service van, or on a ladder, not having a cord in the way is faster and safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaches operational temperature in 7 seconds for quick service work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilwaukee states it can heat over 40 connections on a single XC5.0 battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMilwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun in Tight Spaces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.milwaukeetool.com\/--\/web-images\/sc\/268ea4572182461ca2955cc47b06f26d?hash=3ee1b436dd8438b20e61800525e461b8\u0026amp;lang=en\" alt=\"Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun bare tool side profile showing the guarded nozzle and compact body for close-quarter heating work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short body is a real advantage when you are heating tubing, connectors, or adhesives in cramped areas. It gives you better control and makes the tool easier to position without bumping surrounding parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact body measures 6.39 in long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight 1.7 lb tool weight helps reduce hand fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuarded nozzle helps protect nearby surfaces during close work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun Bare Tool, 2688-20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Owner's Manual\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"included-note\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eBattery and charger are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Platform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM18\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAir Volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 CFM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e875 °F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.39 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.87 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.7 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThailand\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/voltage.svg\" alt=\"voltage\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eWorks with all Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/charger-included.svg\" alt=\"charger-included\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharger Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUses the Milwaukee M18 charging system when paired with an M18 battery pack.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHVAC\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHeat shrink tubing\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWire connections\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAdhesive removal\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePlastic bending\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you are doing repeated heat-shrink connections, hang the tool by the ladder hook between uses instead of laying the hot nozzle on a cart or panel edge. It keeps the nozzle off finished surfaces and makes quick in-and-out work a lot smoother.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e 5 Year Limited Warranty. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSmall Tool, Very Useful Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Milwaukee M18 Compact Heat Gun is one of those tools that makes a lot more sense once you use it on real service work instead of staring at the spec sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for electricians, automotive techs, HVAC service, maintenance crews, and M18 users who need fast portable heat for shrink tubing, terminals, and repair work.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 7-second heat-up, compact 6.39 inch length, and M18 battery compatibility give it real jobsite convenience that a corded heat gun cannot match in tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a bare tool, so you need an M18 battery and charger. It is best at targeted heating jobs, not long broad-surface heating sessions where a larger corded unit still has the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it heat up?\u003c\/strong\u003e Milwaukee states the tool reaches operational temperature in 7 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat battery system does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is part of the Milwaukee M18 system and is compatible with all M18 REDLITHIUM battery packs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a bare tool?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This 2688-20 version does not include a battery or charger.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum temperature?\u003c\/strong\u003e The listed maximum temperature is 875 °F.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43569900945456,"sku":"PROMO 2688-20","price":31.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/1z4vlbox04t2_48e3c1cd-d135-4b08-aa03-616ffca17588.jpg?v=1788570798","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/milwaukee-m18-compact-heat-gun-tool-only-promo-vyewbm","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}