Best electric table splitter?

[doobin]

Any thoughts? They all look much of a muchness to me. Features I need:

 

Ability to run off domestic supply. I know some are rated at 16amp, I run mine off an extension lead so am willing to invest in a decent size cable and socket (have a sparky mate so should be OK)

 

5 ton force would suffice, more if it's an option with electric without major disadvantage to ram speed.

 

4 way knife would be good.

 

Adjustable automatic return stop is a must.

 

Good speed ram (as fast as is possible for electric)

 

It must be easy to make it one handed operation (no lectures please!)

 

Brands I've looked at are Mitox and Alko- just brochures that the local dealer had. I've used Alko horizontal electric splitters for the last two years and they've been good. But there's dozens of brands out there so I'd like some more thoughts from other users.

 

Thanks

[Stubby]

Don't think there is a best one . Not sure but think they might struggle with a 4 way head . Could be wrong !

[s.varty]

Don't think there is a best one . Not sure but think they might struggle with a 4 way head . Could be wrong !

 

Agreed,5 ton force would struggle with a 4 wayer, unless its straight pop or willow

[Riggerbear]

I've got a 7.5 ton force splitter that doesn't like the 4 way unless the log Is dead straight with no knots

 

 

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[doobin]

Mitox are offering a 5 ton with 4 way head, also a 7 ton model. Removable if it gets tough. All my stuff is fairly easy to split anyhow.

[doobin]

The mitox 7t one loks identical save colour and the engine option is identical to the basic Riko one:

 

Riko UK :: 7 ton THPLS7TE

[Flyguy]

I got one of there a few months ago to split wood for own consumption:

 

7 Ton Hydraulic Log Splitter just reduced from titan pro, order a new 6 Ton Hydraulic Log Splitter today

 

While initially sceptical, its turned out to be surprisingly effective and only rarely gets bogged down. Done a good 8-10cube so far and no major problems (table tends to vibrate itself loose - but easily tightened up again).

 

It runs fine on an extension lead, but will however occasionally trip a 16 amp breaker - although I understand that a 'slow blow' breaker would get round this I havent yet got round to putting one in.

 

I'm certainly not missing the physical punishment of wielding a maul !

[Stereo]

To be honest, all these are much of a muchness whether they are Draper, Clarke or some other brand. I think they all come from the same factory or at least share common parts. I have a little Draper one and it's OK for a few light splitting sessions. But they won't bust the heavy stuff.