Characteristics and features of cordless cultivators

According to the data on the Yandex trading platform, only three types of self-powered motor cultivators are widely used in Russia: Monferme Agat, Caiman Turbo 1000, Greenworks 27087. The first two options are manufactured in France. The manufacturer is the Pabert company. Greenworks has established itself as a reliable manufacturer several years ago. His products are gaining increasing popularity among the Russian buyer.

Today, all small-sized devices are purchased exclusively by the female half of the population. Hence the stereotype developed that small cultivators are specially made for women. And all because for work you do not need to pour gasoline into the tank, deal with the starter. In addition to this, these devices do not emit a loud sound. But you will not be able to complete difficult tasks. The devices are designed to facilitate loosening of the earth in the country.

The device has been actively bought for about 15 years. It is generally accepted that this model is the very first motor-cultivator operating from an autonomous power supply. Below we will consider the main characteristics:

• the weight of the device is about 32 kg including the battery;
• the battery is not molded;
• a tool with worm blades capable of loosening the soil up to 25 cm in depth and 45 cm in breadth;
• two-speed mode, the possibility of reverse rotation;
• ergonomic handle, thanks to which you can control the structure even with a half-meter cutter.

Another popular model of self-powered devices. The battery is removable and can be in contact with any cultivators of this manufacturer. This is a very light, compact device capable of digging up to 12 cm deep and 25 cm wide. The model weighs about 13 kg including the battery. Due to its low weight, the device will not "sink" in clay or too soft soil. It is possible to install a different cutter to increase the digging area.

The device is capable of making 5 strokes per second, cultivating the soil up to 20 cm in width. The battery is fully charged in 180 minutes. A voltage of 18 V is required for comfortable work. The legs are removable, so that they can be easily cleaned from dirt. The battery capacity is 1.5 A / h. The device weighs 3.7 kg.

Another representative of battery-type cultivators. Powered by a 1200 W electric motor, equipped with a folding handle. The set includes the device itself, 4 cutting mechanisms of increased strength and wheels for movement. All components are manufactured in China. The device is assembled in Japan. The cultivator weighs 17 kg and is designed to work with the soil in the most difficult-to-reach areas. Loosening width - 25 cm.

Small-sized motor-cultivator of the second generation, manufactured in France. The tool weighs 33 kg and the holders can be adjusted. The set includes worm cutters. Of the positive qualities, we can note the work in two speed modes, a small chain reducer. Thanks to him, you will not leave a piece of uncultivated land. Of the minuses, it is noted that it is not possible to install a plow or a tool for digging out potatoes. That is why small-sized electric cultivators are not approved by men.Another varieties of mini-cultivators are popular: Black Decker GXC1000 and Ryobi products. However, the Greenworks 27087 outperforms these models in all respects.

Some manufacturers sell a cordless mini-cultivator without the battery itself. Such devices are very difficult to distinguish from those that come with a battery. Both versions of the device do not differ externally from each other in anything. Therefore, when buying expensive devices in online stores without consulting an operator, you are at great risk. A good example is the Greenworks 27087 cultivator. The manufacturer asks for a very small price for the basic equipment. And many are led to this marketing ploy.

If all designs of the "mini" line are bought up by women, it is worth talking about a multifunctional device for men. Monferme 6500360201 is one of the best solutions that can be found on the market. It is endowed with four speed modes. The cutting element allows the soil to be loosened up to 24 cm deep and 45 cm wide. If you are working on a hard surface, then one battery charge is enough for half an hour of digging. Of the distinctive features are observed:

• bus control;
• weight about 31 kg;
• the presence of a reverse function;
• one-piece body, thanks to which you will not spoil the existing plants;
• ergonomic handles - everyone can adjust the height of the handles for themselves;
• three-year warranty.

Having studied all the positive aspects of battery cultivators, you should talk about some of the disadvantages. And the main disadvantage is the price. Medium cultivators start at $ 480. Not everyone can afford a tool for that kind of money. If we consider analogs made in China, then the price tag here is more or less acceptable. The cost ranges from $ 230-280. All cultivators in the middle price segment are equipped with similar components and have the same technical parameters. The power in theory is from 1000 W, in practice it is slightly less.

Some models can work at an accelerated pace, making up to 160 rotations per minute, which makes them a little more productive. All overseas battery packs are equipped with lead batteries, while their Chinese counterparts are lithium-based. Batteries are solid-state rectangles with an average run time of 30 to 45 minutes. However, the charge takes about 8 hours to fill.

According to the manufacturers, nickel-cadmium batteries are rated for 200 full charge-discharge cycles. If you make some calculations: 200x40 m = 133 hours. If you do not use the device often, then the battery life will last for more than 2 and a half years. Pay particular attention to storing the device. Experts don't recommend just leaving it in a drawer in your garage. The electric rototiller should be charged halfway before leaving it for a while. The instrument does not like sharp drops in temperature.

Summing up the above, you can make sure that an electric battery cultivator is a very necessary device in the country, capable of solving many problems while working with soil.

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