[ptllaflamme]

I just posted this in the attachments forum, but thought it might get more views here...

http://nh.craigslist.org/grd/2847072768.html

I am thinking about trading a very old super split splitter for this. I don't split a ton, and it's kind of a pain in the a$$ to get my splitter running after it sits for very long periods of time. My thought was that hooking this up would be easy on the few times I use it, and one less engine to maintain.

I am not very effecient with mechanical talk... the seller states that it is a CAT 1, and that it will be fine with any tractor whose hydraulics run at 2000 psi or more.

Before I scour my manuals, I was curious to see if anyone had an opinion. I would be using it on a JD 2305.

 

[CADplans]

When you start running the 3 pt tractor powered splitter,

get some No-Doz!!

The splitter will be slow.:crybaby:

 

[Team_Green]

I'm thinking you will need a power beyond kit for your JD..

 

[ptllaflamme]

Thanks for the quick responses. I just checked the manual online, and it looks like I am going to pass on it. the 2305 operates at 1987 PSI (Hydraulics). Even though that's close to the 2000, I don't think it would be worth taking the chance on.

 

[BLIND REF]

Have you thought about converting your gas engine into an electric one? Super splitters are supposed to be one of the best for splitting wood and quickly I may add!

 

[UrbanTractor]

Thanks for the quick responses. I just checked the manual online, and it looks like I am going to pass on it. the 2305 operates at 1987 PSI (Hydraulics). Even though that's close to the 2000, I don't think it would be worth taking the chance on.

I would say your psi is close enough not to worry about it.

It's hard to tell from the photo -- it looks like it may be a JD brand splitter? Any idea what model?

The speed of the splitter will depend on your gpm and the cylinder size on the splitter. If thats a 4" cylinder, it could be slow on a 2305. If it's a 3" cylinder, it might be respectable.

 

[TUDOR]

Thanks for the quick responses. I just checked the manual online, and it looks like I am going to pass on it. the 2305 operates at 1987 PSI (Hydraulics). Even though that's close to the 2000, I don't think it would be worth taking the chance on.

The splitter for my GT uses 1500 psi and will break 98% of the wood blocks that I deal with, mostly maple and birch. Most of the time it doesn't get too much over 1000 psi. on 12" blocks with a 3.5' cylinder.

Your system functions at 99.35% of a 2000 psi system. I'd call that even for splitting wood.

 

[Nouveau Redneck]

The problem isn't going to be the pressure that your tractor puts out, but more the flow rate. I'm not sure of the flow rate on your tractor, but most 3 point splitters have their own pump that runs off of the PTO of the tractor, and those usually provide 2000psi or more at 20gpm or more. If your tractor produces anything less than 14gpm, it's going to be painfully slow, and until you get up near the 20gpm point, it will still be slow but not as painful. You could add a PTO pump and hydraulic reservoir to that splitter for another $600.00 to $700.00 and have a very nice setup and one less engine to maintain.

 

[wally2q]

I just bought a Wallenstein 3PH splitter, with a 4" cylinder. I run it on my 2305 - and despite what everyone says in terms of speed, it is OK. I was splitting Elm - very stringy and tough... gotta run full-cycle every time, because of how the wood is. if I was running beech or maple, where you need to run maybe 1/4 cycle - it would go even faster....

Here are the results with Elm: Running the tractor at rated (540PTO) speed, I split a half a cord of wood in about 3 hours last saturday. I will not go back to the splitting axe etc...

I normally split a full cord for the season, and using an axe before, on wood such as beech and maple was easy... 2, 6 hour days and i'd be set. Now, 3 hours for 1/2 the total work - on wood that the splitting axe just bounces off of.... let me just say this: I will NOT be hand splitting any more wood!...

the 2305 cycle time is considered slow due to GPM of the pump.... but that consideration is only valid if you are splitting wood commercially or lots more than me.... lets face it... 3 hours per year, vs 1 hour per year?... who cares.. you spend more time driving to the beer-store every year..... it doesn't matter.... plus I'd be dumping the wood into a pile while the splitter is retracting etc..... so it's not like you are just sitting there watching it do its' thing....

cheers!!

 

[CADplans]

Go get this one!!

http://roanoke.craigslist.org/grd/2850119054.html

 

[ColonyPark]

Good info! :thanku: Wally.:fing32:

 

[UrbanTractor]

Wally,

Looking good! Thanks for the photo of your Wallenstein.

You make a good point about intended use. A lot of folks are down on the 3PH splitters because they are "too slow". But it's all relative. Especially for folks who are only splitting modest amounts of wood each season, the 3PH versions make a lot of sense and are a heck of lot better than splitting by hand.

This Powerhorse splitter by Nothern Tool uses a smaller cylinder that is sized better for the gpm flow of typical SCUT hydraulics. It also splits in both directions, so there is no wait for the cylinder to return (which speeds up the cycle time). Not as powerful as the 4" cylinders, but maybe worth considering if the splitting demands are not too serious: Powerhors 3PH Splitter