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Any owner of a summer cottage or a private house is faced with the problem of making hay or simply mowing weeds. The best assistant in this matter is an electric trimmer, which in a short time will help clear the area of thickets. However, choosing a good brushcutter is not so easy. To help the owner in this matter, we have compiled a rating of the most bought trimmers.
What you need to know about electric trimmers
In order for the trimmer to do the job well, you need to choose the right model. This is done not by name, but taking into account the technical characteristics.
Electric motor type
Choosing a trimmer considering only the power of the electric motor is a big mistake. First, you need to pay attention to the type of food. The motor can operate on AC power or battery power. A brushcutter that operates only from a power outlet is more powerful and lighter in weight. Battery models are convenient for their mobility, but the owner will have to incur small losses in the power and weight of the product.
Secondly, when buying a brushcutter, it is important to consider the installation location of the motor. With the upper location of the electric motor, a flexible cable or shaft goes from it to the knives. They transmit torque. Brushcutters with a bottom-mounted electric motor do not have these elements.
The lower position of the motor is typical only for weak trimmers with a power of no more than 650 W, as well as battery models. In the second case, the battery is installed on top near the handle. This achieves an optimal balance of the machine.
Rod shape, cutting element and additional attachments
The ease of use of the trimmer depends on the shape of the bar. In the curved version, the rotation of the working head is carried out by means of a flexible cable. Such a drive is less reliable, but due to such a rod it is convenient to get grass under benches and in other hard-to-reach places. In the flat version, the torque is transmitted by the shaft. Such a drive is more reliable, but in order to crawl under any object with a brushcutter, the operator will have to bend over.
The cutting element of the trimmer is a line or steel knife. The first option is for cutting grass only. Disc steel knives can cut thin bushes. It is optimal for a summer residence to buy a universal trimmer, from which you can change the cutter.
Cutter line is sold in different sizes and shapes. On low-power trimmers, strings up to 1.6 mm thick are usually used. For brushcutters with a power of 0.5 kW and more, there is a fishing line with a thickness of 2 mm.
Usually electrical trimmers the manufacturer completes only with cutting elements. Separately, you can buy equipment that significantly expands the functionality of the unit. A leg attachment is sold with the battery trimmer, which allows you to get a boat motor. Of course, its power will be limited due to the capacity of the battery.
The snow nozzle will help you clear paths around your house in winter.
When installing two cutters on the trimmer, you get a cultivator for giving. With its help, you can loosen the soil in flower beds up to 10 cm deep.
The bar attachment with chainsaw allows you to get a garden delimber out of the trimmer. It is convenient for them to cut tree branches at a height.
Electric trimmer popularity rating
Now we will look at the best models of electric brushcutters, the ratings of which were compiled based on user reviews.
Calm FSE 52
The household grass trimmer has a low power of 0.5 kW. The motor is installed at the bottom of the boom. The hinge mechanism allows it to be tilted at any angle. The reel with the trimmer cutter can be positioned even perpendicular to the ground. A feature of the model is the absence of ventilation slots. Thus, the manufacturer made sure that no water gets into the engine. The machine can mow green vegetation with dew or after rain.
The lightweight and compact model has a low noise level. The telescopic arm adjusts to the operator's height. Due to the mechanism for unloading the electric wire, the possibility of pulling out the plug from the socket during operation with the brushcutter is excluded.
Makita UR3000
A garden trimmer from the Makita brand has a lower performance. The model uses a 450 W motor. The characteristics of the brushcutter are the same as the FSE 52 model from the Shtil brand. The difference is the lack of a hinge mechanism. The engine is fixed in one position, which does not allow changing the angle of inclination.
The manufacturer has provided ventilation slots on the motor housing. Better cooling increases the running time of the unit. The trimmer motor does not overheat, but you can only cut dry grass. In operation, the brushcutter is quiet, very comfortable due to the curved shape and the D-shaped handle. The length of the electric cable is 30 cm. Long carrying is required during operation.
Efco 8092
Further, our rating is headed by a worthy representative from the manufacturer Efco. Model 8092 is capable of mowing dense vegetation up to 50 m2... The overhead position of the motor allows you to mow wet vegetation with a trimmer after rain and dew. A big plus of the model is the presence of an anti-vibration system. After a long time working with the trimmer, hand fatigue is practically not felt.
A curved shaft with an adjustable handle ensures comfortable work with the tool, and a special carabiner eliminates sudden cable jerks. The cutter guard has a special blade for cutting the line. The large radius of the rounded casing does not interfere with the convenient movement of the torch over difficult terrain.
Patriot ET 1255
The ЕТ 1255 model is universal, since the cutting element can be a fishing line and a steel knife. The motor on the boom is mounted on top, which allows you to mow wet grass. Cooling occurs through the ventilation slots, and a protective system will shut off the motor in case of overheating.
Due to the flat bar, the torque is transmitted by the shaft on the trimmer. In addition, the presence of a gearbox allows the installation of additional equipment that functionally expands the capabilities of the brushcutter. The reel operates with 2.4mm line and has a semi-automatic release when pressed down on the ground.
Tsunami TE 1100 PS
The trimmer is equipped with a 1.1 kW motor. The straight collapsible bar is in two parts, which allows the tool to be quickly folded for transport. The motor is located on top. This enables the operator to cut wet grass. A locking system is provided against accidental engine start. The reel has an automatic line flyout, and the casing is equipped with a cutting blade.
According to gardeners, the TE 1100 PS model is considered very easy to use, but on level ground. Most often, the trimmer is taken to care for lawns. The reel works with 2 mm line and has a grip width of 350 mm. The shaft for transmission of torque is collapsible. The brushcutter weighs no more than 5.5 kg.
Champion ЕТ 451
The brushcutter is designed for cutting green vegetation of low heights. It is usually used during lawn maintenance. The ЕТ 451 model will be comfortable for the fairer sex. A straight boom does not interfere with ensuring comfortable mowing in difficult places. Thanks to the adjustable handle, the operator can adjust the tool to his height.
The electric motor is located on top of the shaft. It contains all the controls. This design allows you to mow wet grass. The main advantage of the engine is its wear-resistant parts, which increases the service life of the unit.
Bosch ART 23 SL
This brand has long been famous for the quality of its technology. The ART 23 SL brushcutter is no exception. The lightweight and handy tool ensures comfortable working in any conditions. The collapsible trimmer can simply be taken with you to the dacha in a bag. Designed for mowing soft grass in small areas. The automatic reel only releases the line when it starts spinning. The tool weighs only 1.7 kg.
Caliber ET-1700V
Quite a popular brushcutter among summer residents. It is usually used for mowing green vegetation in the surrounding area, in the garden and on the lawn. The cutter is a 1.6 mm fishing line and a steel knife. The motor is positioned overhead to mow wet grass. The manufacturer has provided an effective ventilation system. The engine will not overheat quickly, even while haying the animals for the winter. The semi-automatic reel has a quick line change system. The unit weighs about 5.9 kg.
Gardenlux GT1300D
The brushcutter was originally developed for domestic use. The ability to work with line and steel knives determines the versatility of the tool. The trimmer can cut not only wet grass, but also young bushes. The comfortable handle and bar allow you to work hard-to-reach areas under the bench, around trees and poles.
The 1.3 kW motor is double insulated, so the safety of work is guaranteed by the manufacturer. The boom can be easily disassembled, which is very convenient for frequent transportation.
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