Battery Powered Log Splitter
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Battery-operated motor delivers 24 tons of ram force that's capable of splitting logs up to 25in.L x 16in.D
Get up to 300 splits on a single battery charge
Fast 13-second cycle time matches speeds of comparable gas-powered units
Can be used indoors or operated in an enclosed space since there are no exhaust fumes to worry about”
$2,999.99
Philbert
Battery-operated motor delivers 24 tons of ram force that's capable of splitting logs up to 25in.L x 16in.D
Get up to 300 splits on a single battery charge
Fast 13-second cycle time matches speeds of comparable gas-powered units
Can be used indoors or operated in an enclosed space since there are no exhaust fumes to worry about”
$2,999.99
Philbert
‘Product Summary
This NorthStar 24-Ton Horizontal/Vertical Battery-Powered Log Splitter is the first of its kind in the industry! The revolutionary design delivers the power, performance and endurance of a gas splitter with the convenience and quiet operation of a hassle-free, battery-operated motor.
You’ll get up to 300 splits on a single charge of the powerful 60V Li-ion battery.
The innovative log splitter features a multi-patented design that gives you premium components and exclusive features, allowing you to save time, increase performance and work effectively.
The backbone of this log splitter is an industrial-strength I-beam with heavy-plate steel reinforcement.
The patented wedge design, made with alloy steel, maintains a consistent split and has a unique curve that reduces initial contact area for maximum penetrating force.
Add the optional NorthStar Wedge Wings (Item# 110910, sold separately) to make each stroke even more efficient.
The auto-return wedge design saves time and effort when splitting.
The premium hydraulic system is protected by a quad filtering system that uses four different components to protect the hydraulic system from contaminants. A large hydraulic oil reservoir allows fluid to effectively cool, reducing wear and helping fluid to last longer.
The slide-action, self-leveling pivot makes it simple to switch between horizontal and vertical splitting and the machine is for easy use in both orientations.
Some assembly required.
What's Included
(1) 24-Ton Li-Ion Log Splitter (1) 8 Amp charger (3.5-hr. charge time) (1) 60V/30Ah Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery’
Philbert
This NorthStar 24-Ton Horizontal/Vertical Battery-Powered Log Splitter is the first of its kind in the industry! The revolutionary design delivers the power, performance and endurance of a gas splitter with the convenience and quiet operation of a hassle-free, battery-operated motor.
You’ll get up to 300 splits on a single charge of the powerful 60V Li-ion battery.
The innovative log splitter features a multi-patented design that gives you premium components and exclusive features, allowing you to save time, increase performance and work effectively.
The backbone of this log splitter is an industrial-strength I-beam with heavy-plate steel reinforcement.
The patented wedge design, made with alloy steel, maintains a consistent split and has a unique curve that reduces initial contact area for maximum penetrating force.
Add the optional NorthStar Wedge Wings (Item# 110910, sold separately) to make each stroke even more efficient.
The auto-return wedge design saves time and effort when splitting.
The premium hydraulic system is protected by a quad filtering system that uses four different components to protect the hydraulic system from contaminants. A large hydraulic oil reservoir allows fluid to effectively cool, reducing wear and helping fluid to last longer.
The slide-action, self-leveling pivot makes it simple to switch between horizontal and vertical splitting and the machine is for easy use in both orientations.
Some assembly required.
What's Included
(1) 24-Ton Li-Ion Log Splitter (1) 8 Amp charger (3.5-hr. charge time) (1) 60V/30Ah Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery’
Philbert
Stihl Sharp
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Can`t wait for everybody to start complaining when our out dated electrical grid is over run and killed by all this electric crap.
Sorry, but i`m just not buying into the battery thing. It has its places, but it can`t do what a gas engine can do for the long haul. We aren`t there yet.
Sorry, but i`m just not buying into the battery thing. It has its places, but it can`t do what a gas engine can do for the long haul. We aren`t there yet.
You gonna get one to test out Philbert?
60a Li battery…I bet the shipping/hazmat charge is third of the cost, lol.
My 37 ton NorthStar with a Honda 270 GX engine didnt cost that much.
Asking folks to keep the political stuff in the P&R section, and keep this thread on the feasibility, desirability, advantages , limitations, expectations, and experiences with a battery powered tool in this application.
Thank you.
Philbert
Thank you.
Philbert
sorry - battery splitter it must work, I know the amp draw on my plows at 12 v dc was around 400 and those are 2500 psi about the same as splitter. they are using a 60v pac someone due the math to see what the amp draw is. in my limited ability i think 5amp draw although i would doubt it is that low.
I have a bunch of battery powered items that I really like, This splitter won’t make that list.
"Delivers an impressive 350 PSI with 11 GPM flow rate" 350 psi is way low, I'm thinking that's a typo.
I bet the 300 splits is in pine or some other easy splitting species where you barely touch the wood with the wedge and it splits cleanly. Most of the wood I split needs the wedge run all the way down.
Still, for people like me who do a couple hours at a time vs all day marathons, it might work. I'd pay a premium to not have to stand next to a hot loud gas engine (except in winter when the heat is welcome). Dunno if I'd pay a $1100 premium though, plus the cost of running power out to the barn to charge the thing. Prices will come down as battery tech improves.
I bet the 300 splits is in pine or some other easy splitting species where you barely touch the wood with the wedge and it splits cleanly. Most of the wood I split needs the wedge run all the way down.
Still, for people like me who do a couple hours at a time vs all day marathons, it might work. I'd pay a premium to not have to stand next to a hot loud gas engine (except in winter when the heat is welcome). Dunno if I'd pay a $1100 premium though, plus the cost of running power out to the barn to charge the thing. Prices will come down as battery tech improves.
wood like know to the replacement price of a batter pak for this. I know that 60v paks for some of mowers and various other tools are north of $250 ea. my computer system is blocking any posting of a question to northern regarding this.
Specs say 60V, 30Ahr. If correct, that is like 10 of the battery packs used with battery powered chainsaws.
Availability and cost of a unique battery pack is a concern I have. I have some stuff that will be obsolete when the batteries die, because Batteries Plus is not rebuilding Lu-ion battery packs (right now). Different than stuff that runs off ‘universal ’12V car batteries.
For $3K, I would want an A/C adapter just in case, and for when the battery is charging.
Philbert
Never even though about an ac Adapter- good one Philbert.
But really of youre at a place where 220v is available it would be better to just have a line powered electric motor running the pump vs a battery powered pump/motor.
This might give you some flexibility to occasionally take it to a spot without line power.
I generally want at least one spare battery for battery powered tools.
Philbert
I generally want at least one spare battery for battery powered tools.
Philbert
For me batteries have there place. I wouldn't be without my cordless tools. I don't leave home without my half inch cordless impact. When we split wood I have two guys help me and we try to put in a ten hour day with a few breaks. Like to use the help up when I have it. LOL. I am not buying a battery powered wood splitter. I did convert a homemade splitter for a guy thirty years ago to a 7.5 HP 220 volt electric motor. He split all his wood by his shop. He used it for many years. It worked great for him. I wouldn't want to give up my 20 HP gas power splitter with a 28 GPM two stage pump.
You want a quiet splitter, get the SuperSplit with the electric motor. Almost as powerful as gas. I have both on my splitter, depending on where I need to use it. 
You mean like the brownouts they have in Kalifornia?
I have nothing against clean energy. I just know the difference between what's advertised as clean, and what's actually clean. A 1990s 35hp tractor with a 3 pt mounted splitter is the "cleanest" wood splitter you're ever going to find. Wish I had one...
