Commercial Electric Hedge Trimmer

November 15, 2024 Post a Comment

Commercial electric hedge trimmer

Our top pick is the Stihl HSA 56 18-Inch 36 V Battery Hedge Trimmer Kit which, though a cordless battery-powered machine, offers professional results, easy handling, and a superior run time, allowing you to trim up to 1,000 feet of hedges on one charge.

What is the difference between a hedge trimmer and a hedge cutter?

What is the difference between a hedge trimmer and a hedge cutter? Usually, hedge trimmers are used for 'light work' on branches and bushes. Tidying up and shaping shrubs is another of their functions. However, heavy-duty work is more suited to hedge cutters, for example, breaking down big branches and thicker bushes.

How many volts should a good hedge trimmer have?

Usually, the battery voltage of cordless hedge trimmers ranges between 20 to 60 volts. Higher voltage means efficient and powerful trimmer. You can choose based on your trimming requirements. You may need a 24-inch blade for trimming in larger hedges, whereas for smaller bushes, a blade size of 16-inches is enough.

How thick can electric hedge trimmers cut?

A hedge trimmer can generally cut branches that are about an inch thick. The thickest branch that a hedge trimmer can cut is roughly 2.5 inches, which would be about the maximum reach of their blades.

What is the best blade length for a hedge trimmer?

Blade length For a smaller hedge, blades between 30cm to 40cm should be sufficient, but if you're regularly cutting more mature hedges, look for models with longer blades of 50cm plus. You might also opt for a longer blade for smaller hedges that you can't access from both sides.

What are the three types of hedge trimmers?

The three main kinds are corded electric, cordless battery-powered and petrol hedgetrimmers, each of which will suit the needs of different users. Corded Electric Hedgetrimmers: Corded hedgetrimmers are generally best suited to use in smaller gardens because they require access to a mains power source.

How do I choose an electric hedge trimmer?

Decide on Blade Size

16-inch or smaller blades are ideal for small and average-sized hedges.
18-inch blades are ideal for average and larger-sized hedges.
20-inch and larger blades are the best hedge trimmers for thick branches and ideal for large, established hedges.

When should you not cut hedges?

We recommend avoiding hedge cutting during the main breeding season for nesting birds, which usually runs throughout March to August each year. This can be weather dependent and some birds may nest outside this period, so it is important to always check carefully for active nests prior to cutting.

Do you cut sides or top of hedge first?

We recommend starting with the sides of the hedge first and working your way to the top. Cut flat along the tops of hedges up to 10ft tall, with our HT50 Hedge Trimmer using its adjustable cutting head.

Do electric hedge trimmers need to be sharpened?

As such, we recommend sharpening after every 50 hours of use or so, to ensure consistent cutting performance and to enable you to enjoy your hedge trimmer for a long time to come. You can also find all the important information you need about sharpening your hedge trimmer in the operating instructions.

Do electric hedge trimmers need to be oiled?

Some homeowners are under the impression that electric hedge trimmers do not need oil because they don't have a fuel tank. This is not true. An electric trimmer does need blade oil and regular maintenance.

How long do electric hedge trimmers last?

Like most power tools, cordless hedge trimmers typically use lithium ion batteries. These last for 300 to 500 charge cycles, which equates to two to three years. Remember that even though this is the battery's overall life expectancy, its ability to hold a charge will also degrade over time.

How do you cut a thick overgrown hedge?

Steps:

Use loppers to remove one-third of the older stems, so sunlight can penetrate the hedge's interior.
Find long stems that grow out of hedge, and snip them close to the ground.
Where one stem branches into two, cut just above the Y-shaped split.
Continue cutting older stems, but leave new growth.

What size branch can a Stihl hedge trimmer cut?

The STIHL HSA 56 can be used to trim both annual growth and bigger branches up to 18mm. Lightweight at only 3.7 kg (using the recommended AK 10 battery), it can be used for up to 50 minutes on a full charge with the AK 10 battery.

What is best for cutting thick branches?

A chainsaw provides the cleanest cut when you're dealing with limbs thicker than 3 inches. If your pruning job requires a chainsaw, it's recommended that you contact a certified arborist. A pole pruner allows you to cut branches that are beyond your reach. Most pole pruners cut limbs up to 2 inches in diameter.

Does trimming the top of a hedge make it grow thicker?

Hedges are formed from upward growing plants, so to encourage a thick hedge the growth tips need to be removed. This encourages the laterals to develop. And clipping the laterals encourages them to also become dense with foliage.

Which is better single or double sided hedge trimmer?

As mentioned above, double-sided hedgetrimmers are by far the most common kind around and typically the best choice for the vast majority of hedge maintenance work, including everything from light trimming in domestic settings to precision shaping and topiary in formal and ornamental gardens.

What hedge trimmer has the longest reach?

1. Ryobi Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer:

The extension shaft can be extended to the full length of 2.3m.
The extension shaft is removable for compact storage.
4 positions of versatile trimming with 1350 articulating cutting head.
Capable enough to cut large branches with 18mm blade gap.

How much does a good hedge trimmer cost?

The national average cost of a hedge trimmer is $145 depending on the type of trimmer you choose. On the lower end, a manual hedge trimmer will cost between $15 and $55 on average, while on the higher end, a gas hedge trimmer can cost between $210 and $500.