Kindling Cracker Firewood Kindling Splitter

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What makes this log splitter even more appealing is its budget-friendly price. Granted, you’ll have to buy a hammer too, but even then, the overall cost is still pretty reasonable for something of this standard. It’s definitely not a tool that’s going to break easily, and if you do happen to dent it with your super strength, you should be able to use a file to fix it.

If you’ve never used a grenade log splitter before, then the conical/diamond-shaped design will probably seem a little strange to you at first. However, its simplicity is its strength. This log splitter may be compact, but it’s made from heat-treated iron to give it long-lasting strength. It feels pretty heavy when you hold it, which gives it a high-quality feel.Compared to the manual log splitters that I tested, this one is obviously a lot louder, to the point where Forest Master recommends wearing ear protection when using it. However, considering it has a 2200W motor, I didn’t find it to be particularly loud, although any nearby neighbours may disagree! So, how does this log splitter hold up when it comes to performance? In my experience, very well. I used this log splitter on logs of all sizes, with the largest being around 14 inches in diameter. It also performed fantastically on both green and dry wood, and, as promised, it was able to split logs as well as smaller pieces of kindling.

A manual log splitter is basically one step up from using an axe. They still require a certain amount of physical force for log splitting, although this does depend somewhat on the design that you go with. What was most impressive was how easy it was to use this log splitter. Simply dropping the weight down the pole a few times is all you really need to do to split most logs. Larger logs, as well as knottier logs, may require you to push the weight down the pole a little more forcefully, but the amount of effort needed really is minimal. Once you understand the different types of log splitters available, that decision becomes much easier. Below you’ll find some useful information that should help hone your search. The Different Types of Log Splitters Safety: When testing the range of log splitters in our line-up, I had to take into account a wide variety of safety features. Some products were made so simple that they didn’t need any safety features, and these were ranked high as safety was still paramount to their design. For the electric hydraulic log splitter, I tested the effectiveness of its safety features, including its safety cage.

The log splitter itself is a single-piece item that’s ready to be used straight out of the box. However, if you’re in the EU, the law requires you to assemble the safety cage, which takes a lot of time and patience. Have a look at some images online to work out how it’s done, since the instructions aren’t very helpful. As electric log splitters go, this machine is very compact and lightweight. At the same time, it feels sturdy and high-quality. Its two wheels give it good portability, and its 175cm power cord offers flexibility. The only downside is its height. Being compact, this log splitter is just 45cm tall when standing on the ground, so you’ll need to use a stand or a bench of some sort. To be fair, Forest Master does sell a stand separately to help with log splitting. Minimal effort tends to be needed for hydraulic log splitters – like our top recommendation the Forest Master FM5. That said, there are some manual log splitters out there with designs that enable you to easily split logs, no matter your physical ability, without the use of a hammer.

If you’re looking for a log splitter that doesn’t require any assembly whatsoever, then this is it. Out of the five log splitters that I tested, this one was the fastest to put together. All you have to do is remove the rubber tip and you’re good to go! Bearing in mind all that it offers, this hydraulic electric log splitter comes in at a great price. Not only are you paying for high-quality parts and solid manufacturing, but you also get a machine that’s quite fun to use!

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Hydraulic splitters make use of a hydraulic pump to push a splitting blade into a log. These log splitters run on either electricity or petrol – those who need to travel around with their wood splitter usually tend to go for the petrol option. In terms of noise, I’d say that this log splitter is quieter than an axe. It was also quieter than many of the other splitters that I tested, making it ideal for people with neighbours in close proximity. Using this wood splitter is simple. You place your wood through the ring at the top, and then hold it steady while you tap it a couple of times with something weighty. This embeds it into the wedge. Then, hit it with a bit more strength a few times to push it down the wedge, and, as it moves down, it will split into smaller pieces of kindling. If the logs that you’re splitting are large, around 30 cm in height, you’ll need a hydraulic log splitter or a large manual splitter. On the other hand, if your logs are only about 15 cm tall, then a manual log splitter should be suitable. These limitations apply to the diameter of the logs as well, so choose a log splitter with appropriate specifications.

To determine the best log splitters, I conducted a comprehensive evaluation, assessing each model on its assembly, design, performance, ease of use, safety, and value for money. These categories were chosen to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of each log splitter’s capabilities. Here’s how I tested each element: I was pretty happy with how this log splitter performed. It only really works with already-split logs that are about 6-8 inches in diameter, but performs beautifully on all types of wood, both wet and dry. I did try it on some larger rounds but wasn’t able to split them – the blade just wasn’t big enough. However, this tool isn’t really designed for that anyway – its blade is just the right size to produce kindling that’ll get your fire roaring. The blade isn’t as sharp as the blades on some of the other wood splitters that I tested, but, according to the company, this is an intended feature – due to how the wood splitter is designed, a sharp and potentially dangerous blade isn’t needed. What makes this log splitter really stand out at first glance is its unique design, which is patented. It’s quite compact yet feels heavy and high quality since the whole single-piece unit is made from cast iron. It has quite a decorative quality to it, which is always a nice bonus. All of those claims about not much force needed to use this wood splitter? Completely true. Compared to the others that I tested, particularly the manual ones designed for kindling, this one required the least amount of effort. The clever way in which the wedge is shaped enables a force-free process.Log splitting can be pretty noisy. If you have neighbours in close proximity and you run a petrol hydraulic splitter every few days, they might start to complain.