Heavy Duty Electric Hedge Trimmer

Heavy duty electric hedge trimmer

Best Overall Our overall choice for the best hedge trimmer is the Stihl HSA 56 hedge trimmer kit. This powerful hedge trimmer can easily compete with a commercial-grade gas hedge trimmer and is used by professionals and homeowners alike for more heavy-duty hedge trimming.

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.

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.

Who makes the best hedge trimmer?

• BEST OVERALL: EGO Power+ 24-Inch 56-Volt Cordless Hedge Trimmer.
• RUNNER-UP: BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Cordless Hedge Trimmer.
• BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Greenworks 2.7 Amp Corded Hedge Trimmer.
• UPGRADE PICK: DeWalt DCHT820B Hedge Trimmer.
• EASIEST TO USE: WORX WG261 20V Power Share Cordless Hedge Trimmer.

What is the best way to cut thick hedges?

While it might seem like a daunting task, there are, in fact, only two tools you need to trim foliage: hand shears and a hedge trimmer. If you're snipping away at small, untidy shrubs or have a few thick branches you can't stand the sight of, then you'll need shears.

How do you cut a thick overgrown hedge?

Steps:

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

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.

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.

Will a hedge trimmer cut through thick branches?

Even the heavy-duty hedge trimmers with wider grooves don't have the horsepower to cut through tree branches. Fact is, hedge trimmers can't do the job of more suitable trimming tools like pruning shears or loppers.

What should I look for in an electric hedge trimmer?

Less power than gas-powered models but weigh less. The best electric hedge trimmers are lightweight, economical and have an easy startup. Quieter than gas hedge trimmers. No emissions. ...

• Lightweight and easily portable.
• Easy startup with no emissions.
• Quietest type of hedge trimmer.
• Battery must be charged.

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.

What to look for when buying a hedge trimmer?

Your first big decision in choosing a hedge trimmer is which type of power you prefer.

• Electric. For most home users, electric hedge trimmers will be the best choice.
• Gas. If you have a larger yard with big hedges, then a gas hedge trimmer may be worth the buy. ...
• Power. ...
• Cost. ...
• Length. ...
• Blade Types. ...
• Weight. ...
• Ease of Use.

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.

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.

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.

What time of year should you trim hedges?

Late spring, early fall,or winter (when the hedges are fully dormant) are the best times for pruning hedges. Don't prune hedges during very hot, dry weather, and prune well before your first frost date.

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.

How thick can a Stihl hedge trimmer cut?

It has a built-in battery so it's very easy to use, and is perfectly suited to trimming back annual growth around 8mm thick. It's packed full of features, with a double-sided 20”/50 cm trimmer blade length, integrated cut protection and a screw-on tip protector.

How do you trim tall hedges with electric trimmers?

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Will a hedge grow back if cut it right back?

The top part of the hedge can be cut off, taking as much as is desired away, or even cutting the hedge down to near ground level. An established hedge quickly re-establishes when cut back hard, but it is really a waste of its height and it takes extra time to re-grow, so hedges are usually only cut back part-way.

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