Are electric wood splitters good?
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If you are considering an electric wood splitter, there are a few things you need to weigh. In this article, we will discuss the pros and cons of electrical splitters.
Electric wood splitters are generally worth buying. They offer numerous advantages (e.g. easy to use, quieter than other types of log splitters, etc.). However, they are not suitable for professional work. Some electric log splitters have professional features but lack some features (such as fast cycle times, not suitable for large logs).
We'll go into more detail below.
A few notes about log delimiters
Before moving on to the advantages and disadvantages of electric log splitters, we should familiarize ourselves with some characteristics.
There are three ways to split logs:
- By hand, with an ax
- With an electrical splitter
- With a gas splitter
Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages.
However, it would be better to remember that not all splitters have the same attributes. This applies to all splitters, regardless of how they are used.
- Some come with security.
- Several types of log splitters include four-sided shears that allow you to split logs into four pieces at once.
- Other wood splitters are specifically designed to split fairly large pieces of wood.
In any case, you must keep the above properties in mind to suit the job you are about to do.
Types of electrical splitters
Three types of electric wood splitter are suitable for different types of work.
1. Consumer class
This is the most common type of electrical splitter.
They are mainly used for splitting logs at home or on a camping trip. They are equipped with small wheels that facilitate the movement of the mechanism. They are exceptionally cheap and ideal for small to medium sized woodpile.
Their main buyers are consumers who have fireplaces in their homes or campers.
2. Prosumer level
The Prosumer class is more durable than the other type.
This is the best choice for working with larger logs. Professional-grade electrical splitters can carry loads up to 22 tons, and swing frames allow them to be moved between work areas.
They are designed for homeowners who consume large amounts of wood for their fireplaces, as well as those who are craft artisans.
3. Professional level
Professional discharges are the most powerful type of electric splitter.
They are quite expensive compared to the above categories. Some of them have the possibility of vertical positioning, which is rare; which is why you are more likely to order from a manufacturer or a specialized online distributor than buy it from your local hardware store.
They are very powerful and cannot be applied to ordinary sockets. They require special ones with a minimum power of 240 volts, which can withstand current up to 25 amperes.
People interested in this type of electric splitter are mainly forestry professionals.
Advantages of electric wood splitters
Since electric wood splitters offer a lot of features, they may be right for you.
1. Easy to use
Their relatively small size makes them easy to move around multiple rooms.
The motor and the rest of the mechanism take on most of the workload, making the process much easier for the user.
2. effective
Electric log splitters offer several efficiency benefits.
Their system saves time. The same work that could be done by hand in a significant amount of time can be done much faster.
3. Eco-friendly
Even though they use electricity, they save energy compared to gas fired wood splitters.
The absence in them of the possible accumulation of carbon monoxide and other gaseous emissions protects the environment from air pollution.
4. Quiet
Electrical splitters use motors that emit a certain level of noise.
However, they are much quieter than gas couplers. They can be used in confined spaces without damaging the user's hearing.
5. Minor maintenance
Because electrical taps use electricity to operate, they require little maintenance.
These splitters do not require an oil change or engine maintenance; the user can be sure that his device does not need regular checks.
Disadvantages of electric wood splitters
Like any device, electric wood splitters have certain disadvantages.
Most people who do not need a splitter for professional use may not be affected by the following specifications.
1. Less powerful
Since the engine runs on electricity, its power is not so great.
An electric wood splitter has relatively slower cycle times, so it's not an ideal alternative for a fast workflow.
2. Limited space
To work, the wood splitter must be constantly connected to the outlet.
Thus, when a user wants to move a device to multiple locations, it can be difficult to always have an electrical outlet to plug it in.
3. Doesn't know how to handle large woodpile
Since it is not as powerful as a gas wood splitter, its power is limited by the size of the piece it can cut.
Oak and maple are two durable woods that an electric log splitter cannot handle. This is the optimal tool for pine and spruce forests.
Should you buy electric wood splitters?
Answer: yes.
They are lightweight, quiet and noticeably cheaper. They can save the user's time and energy while they are mostly environmentally friendly. It's easy to get the most out of an electric wood splitter by choosing the right type for the job at hand.
However, electric wood splitters are not worth buying for professionals or for heavy work involving large woodpile.
Additional tips
To maximize the efficiency of a splitter, you need to keep a few details in mind.
If you are using an electric log splitter, you may need to move around. In this case, the extension will allow you to reach several places within your working area.
When you're shopping for a wood splitter, you'll need to consider the types of wood you'll be cutting. If the woodpile is difficult to cut or has many knots in its structure, you may need a more powerful tool.
Alternatively, you can use a portable generator to transport an electrical splitter to areas where electrical outlets are not available.
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