Electric splitter worth it?

[wahoowad]

This is how I do it. Drive the wood home, split it on the tailgate as I remove it while listening to a game on the garage radio. Splits 99% of what I scrounge. I split 2 to 3 cords a year. Finally had to replace the starting capacitor for $18 after 8 years. My FAD makes me want a bigger splitter but I know I don't need it.

 

[flotek]

Something not yet mentioned is they can be easily brought In The house.. I know of guys who keep them in their basement by the stove or wood furnace because they come in handy they do such a slick job of busting up splits for kindling . You can make a dozen fire starter sticks out of a small split for easy starts and no exhaust fumes or loud noise In The house plus it tucks away in a corner when not needed .

 

[Tjcole50]

Had that old nasty shag bark fall in the drive when we got home tonight. Thankfully nobody got hurt . I didn't know it was that bad yet! New 550 xp made quick work of that rotten bastard. Well it's official bought 5 ton homelite from hd. Got my military discount and a 25 ft 12 extension cord . Will update tom with pics and review

 

[zogger]

[quote="Tjcole50, post: 4734716, member: 120630"Had that old nasty shag bark fall in the drive when we got home tonight. Thankfully nobody got hurt . I didn't know it was that bad yet! New 550 xp made quick work of that rotten bastard. Well it's official bought 5 ton homelite from hd. Got my military discount and a 25 ft 12 extension cord . Will update tom with pics and review[/quote]

Mr big wood boss in the sky gave ya the motivation!

 

[Jeremy102579]

What in the world you burning 4 cords in the city for??? No natural gas?

Because I enjoy to and I can.

 

[Tjcole50]

Because I enjoy to and I can.

Gotcha I know a lot of people in the city around here cannot primarily heat with wood. Guess it's not the same everywhere . Have to say I actually enjoy it enough now I would probably do the same if I ever moved back to the city

 

[Tjcole50]

Ok my initial review is this thing is awesome! Only ran into one round it would not split! Extreme hard with multiple knots I really didn't think it would get through it. But pound for pound bang for the buck this thing is a great investment even if you have a gas splitter!
The stack immedietly to the right of the splitter is all I put through it. Just wanted to give it some run time. I must say it is real nice turning on the radio drink a couple beers and split on my time/pace indoors with this little guy. It is very well built , much sturdier than anticipated. Cycle time is quick and smooth. My only complaint is two hand operation. But I can easily reach both the button and the lever with one hand, it's just over a long period I could see stretching the fingers to get annoying. I only have regular sized hands not banana hands but it is still manageable. I can safely say I recommend this splitter for my type of operation!

 

[wahoowad]

But I can easily reach both the button and the lever with one hand, it's just over a long period I could see stretching the fingers to get annoying.

I been doing it one-handed since 2006 with mine, not a problem! You get used to it fast. It is one of the best selling points about this particular model as most of the others require 2 hands.

 

[zogger]

Ok my initial review is this thing is awesome! Only ran into one round it would not split! Extreme hard with multiple knots I really didn't think it would get through it. But pound for pound bang for the buck this thing is a great investment even if you have a gas splitter!
The stack immedietly to the right of the splitter is all I put through it. Just wanted to give it some run time. I must say it is real nice turning on the radio drink a couple beers and split on my time/pace indoors with this little guy. It is very well built , much sturdier than anticipated. Cycle time is quick and smooth. My only complaint is two hand operation. But I can easily reach both the button and the lever with one hand, it's just over a long period I could see stretching the fingers to get annoying. I only have regular sized hands not banana hands but it is still manageable. I can safely say I recommend this splitter for my type of operation!

That's a semi gnarly piece of hickory it busted up! What are the specs on the electric motor?

 

[Tjcole50]

I think it's a 2hp model not sure on rest of specs right now but it Is a homelite 5ton model from hd. Yea that piece I think was well over its rating but it didn't even flinch. Only one piece did not split but it was a very bad piece that I knew it wouldn't do. If this thing holds up over time , I do not think I will ever be without one of these little electrics even if I buy a gas splitter. Lot of guys told me they were junk but I think about 95% of people who claim that have probably never ran one.

 

[3000 FPS]

I think it's a 2hp model not sure on rest of specs right now but it Is a homelite 5ton model from hd. Yea that piece I think was well over its rating but it didn't even flinch. Only one piece did not split but it was a very bad piece that I knew it wouldn't do. If this thing holds up over time , I do not think I will ever be without one of these little electrics even if I buy a gas splitter. Lot of guys told me they were junk but I think about 95% of people who claim that have probably never ran one.

I plan on getting a gas this summer but will continue to use my electric during winter inside the garage. One thing about it I can store it and not worry about it starting when I want to use it gain.

 

[flotek]

Lot of guys told me they were junk but I think about 95% of people who claim that have probably never ran one.

That's the same thing I ran into when I was buying one most people think because it's electric and has a low rating that it's a toy not to be taken seriously as a viable option but the reality is they work well . Do they have their limitations yea but for somebody doing a few cords a year cutting wood 21" or less dollar for dollar they are hard to beat

 

[Tjcole50]

That's the same thing I ran into when I was buying one most people think because it's electric and has a low rating that it's a toy not to be taken seriously as a viable option but the reality is they work well . Do they have their limitations yea but for somebody doing a few cords a year cutting wood 21" or less dollar for dollar they are hard to beat

How do you like your tundra? Debating an add on furnace or a 2nd nc-30 In my basement I have a second chimney for stove but I would have to exit out the side of foundation for add on furnace. Even debating those mitsubishi mini splits as my house is laid out great for them

 

[ClassicSWC]

I had 10 cord of hackberry that would have been termite bait if I hadn't got a Homelite electric splitter. Like Johnnie Cochran said, "If it'll fit, it'll split!" LOL Actually I have had very very few pieces that I could lift on it that it wouldn't split. Ran it for 6 hours straight at a buddys house without a hiccup. Do I split that heavy barked oak that will split with a hatchet on it? Nope, I'll use an axe just because I like to do a little hand splitting, especially if it's easy wood. Well worth the $200-300 for one. Can't recommend it high enough.

 

[Ironworker]

I have a little 4t? HF ( least wise that's the way it was marketed 10 years ago) electric unit. Its only 14" but at the time was more than enough for the stove I had. ok on fairly straight stuff not much help on crotches or other uglies. I haven't used it in quite a while as with the NC 30 17-18" is what i use. looks pretty much like most of them out there now.

Wanna sell it?

 

[blades]

grey fox , yes, I could, the freight to NY would be a killer though apx $95 apx 925miles

 

[Hinerman]

I like the idea of an electric splitter. I don't like the small ones on the market. Is there a larger one with more power out there (other than the super split)? Has any one ever tried to fabricate their own?

If nobody manufactures a larger one, do you have any idea why? I am talking 20+ tons.

 

[Hinerman]

I found the answer to my own question. I know why they are not manufactured by all the big companies.....PRICE!!!

http://www.woodsplittersdirect.com/Electric-Wood-Splitters/20-Ton-Log-Splitters

 

[3000 FPS]

I found the answer to my own question. I know why they are not manufactured by all the big companies.....PRICE!!!

http://www.woodsplittersdirect.com/Electric-Wood-Splitters/20-Ton-Log-Splitters

I do not get that. That is like telling me that the electric motor is 800 dollars more than a gas engine.

 

[Hinerman]

I do not get that. That is like telling me that the electric motor is 800 dollars more than a gas engine.

It doesn't make sense does it? They are made in the USA so that drives the price up. I guess it could be fabricated just like any other splitter except with an electric motor.