Kindling Cracker Firewood Kindling Splitter

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For jobs that require a lot of large logs to be split, hydraulic splitters will be most suitable. Even hydraulic electric log splitters will be able to split logs that are 30 cm long. Kinetic Log Splitters 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! This electric log splitter isn’t overly complicated in any way. There’s only one button to press and one lever to push – it can easily be used by one person, although it does require both hands to operate.

They’re much faster and they don’t require oil to operate, meaning less maintenance too. Additional Accessories 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! 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.Hydraulic splitters vary in terms of power: 5 to 7 tons is usually the minimum, but bigger log splitters can provide around 10 times that amount (which is only really needed for heavy-duty jobs). If you have a wood-burning stove, a pizza oven, or anything else that requires wood to run, then may only be a matter of time before you decide to trade in your trusty log splitting axe for a more efficient way to split wood.

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: However, the price of this log splitter lets it down slightly. For a splitter intended for kindling, it’s a little expensive – if it were larger and versatile enough to split logs too, then fair enough. That said, there are also several aspects to this wood splitter that justify its price. It doesn’t require as much force to be used as some of the cheaper kindling splitters out there. The fact that it’s made from cast iron adds value too – not only will it last for decades without needing much maintenance, but it also looks good – you won’t need to hide it away in your garage each time you’re done using it.

Derek has real-world tested 61 products for DIY Garden, and is one of our most experienced testers. Once you’re done wood splitting, you can then cover the blade over with the metal safety cap that Forest Master has provided. This allows you to leave the tool screwed onto your base log even while it’s not in use, since you won’t need to worry about anyone accidentally falling on it and injuring themselves.

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. As soon as you hold this wood splitter in your hands, you can feel its quality. This is a very sleek-looking, single-piece item that has been made entirely from cast iron. It features a round cast iron frame with a cast iron wedge in the middle – this is where the blade is. 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. If you have nearby neighbours, noise level could be another deal-breaker. Manual log splitters tend to be the quietest, while electric log splitters are much louder. 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.Assembly: I began by examining the assembly process of each log splitter. I noted the clarity of the instructions each manufacturer provided, the tools you needed, and the time it took to complete the assembly. Those which were particularly fiddly or that took a lot of time and patience were rated down. Log splitters where little or no assembly was required were given a high rating.