The thermal log splitter operates on gasoline or diesel. It provides sufficient power to split wood effortlessly. Furthermore, this completely autonomous machine comes in a towable model for added convenience.
Whether thermal or electric, the log splitter is equipped with a hydraulic pump, an engine, and a cylinder. The engine drives the pump, which in turn, operates the cylinder. It is intended for professionals who own a wood heating appliance (insert, wood boiler, etc.) or who engage in forestry operations.
The choice of engine type is based on the amount of wood to be split each year. The thermal log splitter is suitable for professionals or individuals who have a yield greater than 12 cords per year. The four-stroke engine offers high power (5.5 horsepower (hp), or 9,000 W) for a thrust starting at 11 tons. More powerful devices can develop a thrust of 22 tons to split wood of up to 60 cm in diameter.
The orientation of a wood splitter can be:
- horizontal for cutting a log in a lying position. It is suitable for small-sized logs, up to 50 cm in length, and includes a table for placing the wood.
- vertical for a log placed in an upright position. It is interesting for cutting large logs and often has a guide to hold the wood in place.
The choice of a wood splitter depends on specific characteristics, including:
- the cycle time of splitting, which includes the duration of the back and forth motion;
- the size of the splitting wedge;
- in the case of a vertical machine: the possible heights of the cut;
- the speed;
- the number of Decibels;
- the towable option;
- the tiltability of the table in the case of a horizontal machine;
- the finish and robustness of the chassis;
- the dimensions (length and width).
To choose a log splitter wisely, other criteria should be considered:
- the number of cords produced each year;
- the size of the logs;
- the thrust;
- the engine;
- the ergonomics.
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