Milwaukee 2688-20 Cordless Heat Gun
- 18 volt cordless, runs on M18 red Lithium battery packs
- Seven seconds to operational temperature
- Over 40 connections on a single XC 5.0 battery
- 1.7 pounds, 2.5 x 6.4 x 8.3 inches
- Guarded nozzle, ladder hook and LED light
- Heat gun only listed as the included component
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact cordless heat gun for anyone already on Milwaukee red lithium packs who shrinks connections or thaws pipes away from an outlet. No maximum temperature or airflow figure is given, so heavy paint stripping is a guess.
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ASIN: B077GPG2HSModel: 2688-20Category: Heat Guns
Overview
Not a corded shop gun, this Milwaukee runs on the brand's red lithium battery packs and heats a copper coil for shrink wrap, pipe thawing, paint stripping and plastic bending. A guarded nozzle protects nearby surfaces, and a ladder hook lets it hang between jobs.
Cordless use matters most on ladders, in crawl spaces and at electrical panels, where trailing a cord to an outlet slows the work. The listing leaves out the top temperature and airflow, which are the figures that decide stripping speed.
Who it's for
Trade work at height or far from power, where a cord is a nuisance and the battery platform is already in the van. Owners without Milwaukee packs would need a battery and charger too, and anyone wanting published heat specs should keep looking.
Pros and cons
- Cordless, no outlet needed on site
- Reaches working heat in seconds
- Guarded nozzle protects work surfaces
- Ladder hook for hanging between tasks
- Maximum temperature not listed
- Battery and charger not shown as included
- Connection count quoted for XC 5.0 pack only
- Runtime tied to the battery fitted
Performance notes
Heat comes from a coil driven by battery current, so runtime per charge depends on the pack fitted and how long each heat cycle runs. Redlink intelligence manages temperature to extend tool life. The guarded nozzle limits accidental contact between the hot tip and the work surface.
Specifications
| Brand | Milwaukee |
|---|---|
| Model | 2688-20 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.5 × 6.4 × 8.3 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric, Rechargeable Battery |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Copper |
| Color | Red |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Heat gun |
| Other details | |
| Heat up time | 7 seconds |
| Connections per charge | Over 40 on one XC 5.0 battery |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Milwaukee 2688-20 come with a battery?
The listing names only the heat gun as the included component. It runs on M18 red Lithium battery packs, and the over 40 connections figure is quoted with an XC 5.0 battery.
What jobs is the Milwaukee 2688-20 heat gun meant for?
The listed uses are shrink wrap, paint stripping, pipe thawing and plastic bending.
How hot does the Milwaukee 2688-20 get?
The listing does not give a maximum temperature. It only states that the heating coil reaches operational temperature in seven seconds.