Logmaster Foot Operated Heavy Duty Log Splitter, Manual Wood Cutter for Splitting & Cutting Timber (Green)

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The best log splitters let you choose between these two orientations. Types of wood that can be split Although a wood splitter can be indispensable when it comes to dealing with logs, few people will say that keeping the large device clean is as fun as sawing logs in half with the sharp mechanical cutter. So if you want a machine that could saw a whole forest into timber yet won’t break down if you, let’s say, forget to clean it once or twice (or thrice), take a good look at the Logmaster 7 Tonne Hydraulic Splitter.

This is the amount of pressure used to split logs (the more, the better). Most models are between 5 and 8 tons. If you just split a few logs at the weekends, a 5 ton model should be sufficient for you as long as the logs are not too big. However, if you cut large amounts of logs, especially larger logs, you would be better investing in a slightly more powerful 7 or 8-ton model that can handle the extra workload more efficiently and effectively. We have two 10 ton models in our review, one of which is manually operated. Dual action Likewise if you plan on working in an area where there is no power source, then a petrol one will always be a much better choice. These are used by a lot of businesses and in the forestry business. The Portek Charger Quiksplit 8.5 Ton Log Splitter is a heavy machine at 73kg but the designers have done what they can to alleviate any difficulties caused by this. Wheels on either side of the stable front structure let you move the unit around your workspace. The handles are padded so that you don’t grow blisters as you pull or push the heavy machinery along. The only difficulty is in transporting this splitter up and down any steps. Consider your requirements before you try any of the log splitting machines. Compare the options that fall within your budget. We know that some people will not have the time to read this detailed article. So if you are in a hurry we have answered your question just below.This is one of the most important considerations. If you have very large logs, some smaller log splitters may not be able to split them. In this case, you may want to invest in a model that has a larger splitting diameter of around 50cm or 60cm. We have log splitters in our review that can handle this. Splitting cycle time Splitters of 5-7 tons are most often used by community facilities, for example, to provide boiler-houses with firewood. These log splitters are able to work much more intensively than those for professional use, but at the same time, they have smaller dimensions and are lighter in weight.

On the other hand, if you really do need a powerful log splitter, look into our Best Petrol Log Splitter review. Something I also feel is worth pointing out is that I have been using it on some very large logs, wider than the recommended 50cm and it’s still handled them with ease too, although I wouldn’t recommend doing this often, I just wanted to see how far I could push it knowing that I was going to review it eventually.This Buyer’s Guide covers the main decision you must make in choosing your log splitter – the method of powering it. We also discuss the common features that most log splitters have. Electric, petrol or manual

There is always the manual option. This type of log splitter is operated by a lever or foot pump. Unlike the two designs above, they do not need electricity or petrol. As we've mentioned, the log can be split by being pushed with a hydraulic ram against the Wedge or the Screw Cone. The key feature of the cone is that the screw splits a log from any side, while the ram blade is more efficient when a log is placed with a cut-off side looking at the edge (along the branch growth vector). For home use, we'd recommend the ramming type, because it's more power-efficient and a cone screw occasionally requires changing. Drop your axe and use an FM5 log splitter to save time and energy. The 2200Watt induction motor delivers superior performance. The powerful unit with 5 tons of force splits logs up to 300m long every 9 seconds. This is enough pressure to split medium-sized logs up to 20 inches long. Plus, the built-in stroke limiter reduces the cycle time when shorter logs are used that offer more log splitting in less time.I really like that it comes with the Duocut blade that allows you to split logs from both ends at once, reducing the splitting cycle time; this also allows you to split logs up to 50cm in diameter instead of 25cm with a single blade and it also puts this model on par with 10-ton models that only split from one end. Add in the 45cm length of log that this model can accommodate and you have a great log splitter for home use. Sealey LS575VH is a safe and easy to use log splitting machine, which works at a pressure of 8 tons. Its 7-tier wedge system allows you to keep the wooden logs near the wedge and hence, reduces the cycle time. You can operate the vertical log chopping tool using a foot pump, which needs 15 strokes without any load. We will explain the differences and also show you the brands who make these, along with the most popular and highest buyer rated models of each brand.