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Pruning dry branches, forming the crown of plants are mandatory work in the garden. It is not recommended to carry out them without a high-quality tool - after such treatment, the cultures will hurt. Gardening tools should not only give a clean cut, but also be easy to use. Cordless pruning shears allow you to perform actions effortlessly without injuring the plants.
Description of the device
Ordinary garden shears have evolved over time to become pruning shears. The hand tool has slightly changed its appearance, but the basic components remain the same.
The main elements of the pruner are blades:
- working, sharp, special hardening, easily cuts branches without splitting them;
- the supporting one is supplemented with a groove along which the tree sap flows; this protects the tool from sticking;
- the position of the blades relative to each other is fixed with a nut and bolt;
- ergonomically comfortable handles fit the human hand;
- shock-absorbing spring for easy work.
Pruner IKRA
This is what standard tree pruners look like. But their development did not stop there - there were tools that allow you to prune bushes and trees without making any effort. Electric pruning shears are more expensive than usual, but have already gained popularity for their performance.
The knives are made of high-strength tool steel and have a high degree of sharpening. In many models, the blades are removable so they can be easily replaced. Most of the knives are covered with a body made of durable plastic, which protects them from breakage, the cutter - from injury.
Principle of operation
The cordless tool works in the same way as the pruning shears. The branch is located between two blades, which are set in motion by light pressure, but not on the handles, but on a special lever in the handle. The contacts are closed, and under the action of an electric charge, the working knife is activated. It is enough to remove your finger from the button to return the blades to their original position.
In the process of work, the hand only experiences the load of the tool itself. The muscles do not need to make additional efforts to connect the knives and cut the branch. The only thing that should worry the gardener is the timely charging of the battery, which takes 3-5 hours.
Features of cordless secateurs
There are many varieties of energy storage pruning shears for shrubs and trees. They differ from each other in design, ergonomics, brand, but the main characteristics of almost all are identical:
- work on the principle of a movable blade;
- give a depth of cut from 12 mm to 30 (depending on the model);
- uses a lithium-ion type of battery with a voltage of 3.6 V (average);
- on one charge, it is possible to perform from 450 cuts in a short period of time;
- the average weight of the tool is 0.5-0.8 kg.
The battery operated electric pruner is easy to use and does not require any special technical knowledge. But you should take into account the ratio of the length of the blades and the mass of the tool.
Pros and cons of cordless secateurs
Cordless pruner Bosch
Summer residents increasingly began to choose a battery garden pruner for work, thanks to its obvious advantages over conventional tools:
- pruning of bushes and trees is done without stress;
- all actions are performed quickly, which significantly saves time;
- the cut is smooth, thin and painless for the plant.
Despite the built-in battery, the pruner is lightweight. Light weight and ease of operation make it possible to use the tool even for weak elderly people.
Among the shortcomings, users highlight only 2 points:
- the need for periodic battery charging;
- higher cost compared to traditional pruning shears.
As for the price, with good quality of the tool, it justifies itself, as it gives high performance. Battery-powered pruners, with careful handling, will last more than one year, so the investment will quickly pay off.
Operation and maintenance rules
Garden tools are supplied with a brief instruction on the correct use, it should be observed:
- before starting operation, it is advisable to check the serviceability of the secateurs and the battery charge level, if necessary, put on recharge;
- it is recommended to completely disassemble the unit if it is necessary to sharpen the blade or replace it;
- after assembly, be sure to lubricate the secateurs using silicone spray;
- you cannot work with a garden tool if the weather is wet;
- you should not trim branches of the thickness for which the secateurs are not designed;
- when starting work, make sure that there are no foreign objects nearby (wire, electrical cables, etc.) that can get under the knives;
- if it is necessary to hold the cut off branch, then the auxiliary hand should be kept away from the blades;
- feeling the vibration of the tool, you should immediately stop working and inspect the secateurs;
- Do not drop the tool - the impact may damage the battery, or break contact with the working parts.
After each cut, the blades should be wiped off the remains of wood dust and pieces of branches stuck in the pruner should be removed. At the end of work in the garden, the tool is wiped dry with an oiled cloth, placed in a box and stored in a dry room.
Stihl secateurs
Review of the best models
It will not be difficult to buy a high-quality battery pruner from global manufacturers. Looking at the online store, you can find many interesting models. To make it easier to navigate in such an abundance of assortment, it is proposed to consider the most popular brands.
Cordless secateurs overview
| Model | Parameters - cut ø / battery capacity / number of cuts, mm / Ah / times | Advantages | disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryobi RLP416 (Japan) | 16/1,5/900 | · Reliable, durable battery; | Not found by consumers, which allows the model to lead in the survey top |
| · Comfortable handle with anti-slip protection; | |||
| · Beautiful design; | |||
| Low cost | |||
| WOLF GARTEN LI-ION POWER RR 3000 (Germany) | 15/1,1/800 | · High quality electronics and housing; | · Long recharging time (4 hours); |
| · Durable battery that does not fail; | · Modest design; | ||
| High level ergonomics | High cost | ||
| Sturm (China) | 14/1,3/700 | · Controlled effortlessly; | · Takes a long time to charge (up to 5 hours); |
| Has comfortable ergonomics | Takes hard wood with a diameter of no more than 10 mm | ||
| Bosch CISO (Germany) | 14/1,3/500 | · Easy to operate; | Long recharging period (5 hours) |
| · Attractive in design; | |||
| Low price | |||
| Bosch EasyPrune (Germany) | 25/1,5/450 | · Equipped with the amplification function; | · Duration of make-up; |
| · Recharges from the USB connector; | · A small number of cuts per charge; | ||
| Low cost | The presence of 2 handles |
Despite the fact that the BOSCH battery pruner occupies the last 2 lines in the TOP-5, this does not detract from the advantages of the device. The EasyPrune model looks more like a regular hand tool - it has 2 handles that require compression. But you don't have to make much effort - the tool is equipped with an automatic pressure increase function. Although recharging the battery is enough for a minimum number of passes, the blades easily take a thick diameter.
The Bosch Ciso battery pruner is more ergonomic. It has, like all similar models, a device that blocks accidental activation of the mechanism. Thanks to the lithium-ion battery, it has no memory effect and is protected from self-discharge.
Among such models, it is proposed to pay attention to the Wolf Garten RR-T 6000 Power secateurs (Germany). Regardless of the size of the tool, the hands of the cutter will always be at the optimum level, ensuring the minimum stress on the muscles.
The telescopic handle, 102-132 cm long, allows you to easily thin out tree crowns at a height of up to 3.5 m, while standing on the ground. The tool is also suitable for pruning low-growing bushes. The blades cut branches up to 20 mm in diameter with ease. Up to 600 calls can be made on one battery charge. The battery capacity is 1.3 Ah, the voltage is 10.8 V. The charging period does not exceed 3 hours.
The review contains a small list of battery-powered secateurs. There are other, equally high-quality electrical tools on sale. Which one to choose, each gardener will decide based on their needs. Usually, attention is paid to functionality, technical parameters, blade sharpness. The following points are also important:
- how naturally the instrument fits in the palm of your hand;
- how ergonomic it is;
- what is its cost.
Experienced gardeners evaluate the tools according to the brightness of the colors - such a pruner will not get lost in the grass. Design is also important as a psychological aspect - it is more pleasant to work with a beautiful tool (which means more productive).
