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[mlappin]

I've had a few PM's about my log splitter, heres a link to some pictures of it.

In a nut shell, Prince 5"x30" cylinder rated at 3500 PSI. Large rod, like 2 1/2 inch.

Used the heaviest 8" channel I could get my hands on, didn't have a lot in it as they were drops. Spaced the channels roughly six inches apart so I could see where the wedge was from the seat of the skid steer.

I placed one piece in it sideways like I was going to sheer it then pushed until I seen the channels start to deflect then I set the pressure relief on the splitter a few hundred pounds under that. Also have a liquid filled pressure gauge on it as well. With the five inch cylinder I rarely see it approach a thousand pounds and haven't found anything yet it wouldn't split.

All was welded with a 250amp 3 phase Miller mig machine, used spray transfer for penetration. http://www.esabna.com/EUWeb/MIG_handbook/592mig1_7.htm

One way or another I'll have a gasifier before next winter, already have a plan on how to add a four way splitter to it thats adjustable or can be raised clear up for a single wedge for taking care of real ugly pieces.


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