Log Splitter

[Black Forest]

(01-22-2015, 11:49 AM)DaveH Wrote:

(01-22-2015, 06:58 AM)stevec Wrote: Ah! Stringy! That's precisely why I recommend a thin wedge (no spreader wings) and a full stroke. 

Steve

I think most will agree with you there Steve. (Well I do ).

So at the end of the day it seems "horses for courses", and it is doubtful one wedge (wedge shape) will do for all purposes.

I also know it takes more force for a thick wedge than a thin wedge to a given depth assuming everything else is the same.

So why are these small (under 10 ton) commercial log splitters using a wide wedge?. Why does my 6ton log splitter use a wide wedge, they have gone to a lot of trouble to do it? - They must have a reason.

Could it be nothing to do with splitting the wood but more on welding the wedge over a bigger area thereby minimizing the chances of a catastrophic failure ?

Any thoughts

DaveH

Speed. A wider wedge is faster than just the knife if it works. It is a trade off. You said commercial so speed is crucial.