05-20-2015, 05:41 AM
Pete, I'm pretty sure that moving wedge splitters are available and in use in North America.
Choice is usually based on preference.
I like the fixed wedge design for my application. When my logs are split through the wedge
the pieces end up on the "tray" I installed, under and beyond the wedge, not on my feet.
I built a log lifter for my splitter and it occupies the side opposite to where I stand to operate the splitter so a "tray" ahead of the fixed block wouldn't be practical.
The moving wedge design is prone to sticking log pieces (when they have knots or just don't split completely for whatever reason).
Just some reasons why I chose the fixed wedge design for both splitters I built.
The first one I built was a 3pt. hitch design and the tractor provided the hydraulic pressure. I found tying up the tractor while splitting meant I couldn't use it for bringing more logs to the splitter and other chores.
Steve
Choice is usually based on preference.
I like the fixed wedge design for my application. When my logs are split through the wedge
the pieces end up on the "tray" I installed, under and beyond the wedge, not on my feet.
I built a log lifter for my splitter and it occupies the side opposite to where I stand to operate the splitter so a "tray" ahead of the fixed block wouldn't be practical.
The moving wedge design is prone to sticking log pieces (when they have knots or just don't split completely for whatever reason).
Just some reasons why I chose the fixed wedge design for both splitters I built.
The first one I built was a 3pt. hitch design and the tractor provided the hydraulic pressure. I found tying up the tractor while splitting meant I couldn't use it for bringing more logs to the splitter and other chores.
Steve
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