Like the manual log splitter from the same manufacturer, this electric log splitter has the dual blade ‘Duocut’ feature so it can split any type of logs to a maximum size of 430mm in length. This dual blade action makes it great for cutting through knots and it does so with ease. For domestic jobs, hydraulic electric log splitters are generally sufficiently powerful and practical to use.

Powerful electric log splitter: Heavy Duty Electric Log Splitter 3HP 7 TON Axe Wood Maul with Stand Overall I am really pleased with this product. I use it every time I process some wood to bring into the house for our small wood burning stove. Then I leave it by the wood box inside if I need to make more kindling. I think this would work great for camping also to make some smaller kindling to get your fire started. There is a bit of a learning curve and I would recommend reading my tips below before you buy and use. Twelve-inch seasoned logs require a 7-to-10-ton splitter, while 12-inch green logs may need up to 16 tons of driving force. On the other hand, if you’re going to be splitting wood that’s soft and already pretty brittle, you won’t need quite so much power, which should save you some money!Pressure force: Another important factor to consider is the force a log cutting machine can generate. You can choose any of the models within 4 to 10 tones to prepare seasonal firewood. If you have some fireplaces in your house, then such variants can serve the purpose. My primary concern during the selection process was to create an overview of firewood drilling bits compatible with a broad spectrum of electric drills, impact drills, and electric hammers. Also, I only considered models made from high carbon steel because they were tougher than other options. Like most electric and petrol log splitters these days, it has built in safety features such as requiring you to have both hands on the controls and out of the way of the moving parts or the machine won’t work. One of the most beneficial features of Forest Master DUO10T is its Duocut twin blades, which maximizes its cutting capacity. It’s obvious because the chopping machine is using two blades rather than one. Also, dual blades can easily deal with knotted logs without any jams.

If you prefer to split wood the old-fashioned way—with an axe—then you'll need fairly good upper body strength along with a reliable and heavy axe. And the Fiskars Pro IsoCore Wood Splitting Maul is just the axe for the job. All in all, this is a log splitter that would suit just about everyone, and that’s not something that you can say about most other wood splitters! Whether you only occasionally split logs but want a tool to make that dreaded task easier (and even fun!), or you split logs regularly and are looking for a way to speed up the process, the Swedish Log Splitter would be a great investment.The most common types of log splitters are manual-, hydraulic-, electric-, and gas-powered models. Manual log splitters are compact cylinders that are typically built with cast iron and equipped with a splitting wedge. These splitters are the most affordable option, but they are labor-intensive and can’t cut larger pieces of wood. Although it is more expensive than most drill bits, I think adding the Xinde Firewood Drill Bit to my toolkit was worth the cost. The bit comes with a single 0.4-inch wide hex handle, which limits it range of compatible tools. If you are a beginner and wants to cut small to medium-sized logs for residential usage, then FM8 might be a solid investment. The wood cutting machine is easy to use because it has two electric levers and buttons that you can operate safely by using both the hands. It comes with a workbench and safety guard, which also allows you to contain the logs. The guard keeps all the debris contained and hence, keeps you safe from any injury or scratches. Performance: I evaluated each log splitter’s ability to handle different log sizes and types of wood. I measured the splitting force, cycle time, and overall efficiency of breaking logs into smaller pieces. Those that could only handle small pieces of wood around 15 cm tall were marked down, as this reduced the versatility of the tool. A cycle time of less than 10 seconds was optimal for efficient log splitting, so any hydraulic log splitter with this cycle time was rated higher.