What is the difference between a lawn mower and a trimmer?

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What is the difference between a trimmer and a lawn mower?

Trimmers are designed for short-term work cutting lawns in hard-to-reach areas and are suitable for soft lawn grass.
As a rule, these are structurally simple, low-power devices equipped with an electric motor. There are battery models and models with a gasoline engine. Petrol mowers, or as they are also called, brush cutters, are designed for more serious, long-term work on mowing grass over large areas. Unlike trimmers, they can work through tough grass, vines, bushes, and even cut down small trees.

Razor selection

A corded electric razor is completely suitable for purely home use. If your work requires you to travel on business, then it is better to take a closer look at battery options, with high-capacity elements and the ability to recharge not only from a household network, but from the cigarette lighter in the car. People with sensitive skin should choose moisture-resistant models for a wet shave.

Electric shaver with moisture protection

The quality of shaving is affected by the speed of rotation of the blades: you should pay attention

on the power of the electric motor. It is also recommended to trust devices from brands that have earned a reputation in the market. Well-known companies provide a guarantee and warranty service for all their devices.

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What are the key differences between petrol and electric models?

An electric trimmer is lighter, more compact and easier to maintain than a gasoline mower, and also requires no fuel. With this tool you can process an area of ​​up to 10 acres. All you have to do is choose between a battery-powered and mains-powered model.

The disadvantage of a gasoline trimmer is its weight. If the weight of the most powerful electric trimmer does not exceed 5-6 kg, then the weight of gasoline models can reach 10-11 kg. The heavy weight makes working with the trimmer very difficult.

When choosing between an electric and gasoline trimmer, it is advisable to be guided by the following rule. If you have to work with a trimmer within a radius of 30-50 m from a power source, then it is better to choose a high-quality electric trimmer for your dacha, otherwise, choose the right gasoline trimmer.

A significant disadvantage of the battery model is that this trimmer can only work for 20–40 minutes on a single charge. Then it needs to be recharged for several hours.

Best models

Motokos

Among electric lawn mowers, the following models are considered the best:

1. The FIT ET-1200 is one of the most powerful and cheapest brush cutters on the market. Made in Canada, no Chinese parts.
2. Stihl FSE 71 is a lightweight, high-quality and almost silent electric scythe with an American-made cutting head. Works well in tough grass and small bushes despite its low power. Disadvantages - there is no belt included, and without it your hands get tired quickly.
3. Caliber ET-1500B is a powerful model that can easily cope with heavy work, but requires breaks in work every 20-30 minutes. The cutting knife is the most efficient, but when working with it, excessive vibration is felt on the handles.

Trimmers

The following models are considered the best trimmers:

1. Bosch ART 26SL is the lightest and most compact device, German quality.
2. Makita UR 3000 is the most reliable and trouble-free device made in Japan.
3. Monferme 21327M is the most stylish French-made trimmer, the most convenient to use.
4. DDE EB 1200 RD is the most reliable, technologically advanced and ergonomic electric scythe. It is easy to disassemble and reassemble with your own hands.
5. Huter GET 1500 SL is an inexpensive and powerful model made with German quality.
6. Stavr TE-1700R is a powerful domestic trimmer, characterized by low cost and adaptability to Russian operating conditions.

Even women, elderly people and teenagers can mow with their own hands.

What is affected by trimmer power and engine size?

The power of a garden trimmer can be from 300 W to 2.5 kW. The more powerful the trimmer, the faster the job can be done, and the thicker the stems it can cut. However, with increasing power, the weight of the trimmer also increases (from 3 to 10 kg), which, without a doubt, should be taken into account when choosing it.

Trimmers with power from 500 to 1700 W are designed for areas up to 10 acres. Average weight – from 3.5 to 5 kg. Powerful models cope with tough grass and bushes. The motor is located on the top, so the trimmer can be used to cut wet grass.

The most commonly used are gasoline two-stroke internal combustion engines, much less often 4-stroke ones. A two-stroke engine requires gasoline mixed with a small amount of oil (usually a ratio of 25:1 or 50:1) to operate properly. The four-stroke engine does not have this drawback, since there are separate containers for gasoline and oil. Noise when operating a gasoline trimmer is inevitable, but models with a four-stroke engine have a lower background noise than 2-stroke ones.

What cutting tool is used in trimmers

Almost all trimmers (both gasoline and electric) are equipped with two types of cutting tools.

Initially, steel plates or disks were used as knives, sometimes similar to a circular saw. They are convenient for mowing tall grass, thickets of weeds, burdocks, hogweed, and destroying small bushes. But their capabilities are limited by the fact that when the blades come into contact with stones or soil, they can break; in addition, small pebbles fly into fragments almost at the speed of a bullet.

Therefore, along with metal knives, a fishing line (cord) is also used, rotating at a speed of 6-11 thousand rpm. At such speeds, it turns into a tightly stretched string, easily cutting through solid plant stems and small branches of bushes. This head is equipped with both light and professional trimmers.

The fishing line is convenient where it is impossible to avoid contact of the cutting element with the soil, stones, bricks or metal structures. Smoothly avoiding any obstacle, she cuts off all the vegetation around her, with minimal damage to herself.

For more “serious” vegetation, knives are used. The more powerful the trimmer, the heavier the equipment you can put on it. To get rid of burdocks, reeds and hogweeds, use solid plastic knives or knives with movable blades. Steel knives can handle young growth, and steel cutting discs can handle thin bushes.

How to choose a mower, and which one is better?

There is no need to hire a gardener to have a well-maintained green lawn. If you've decided to get your site into shape, all you need is a hair clipper or grass trimmer. Due to their versatility, such tools can be used not only for mowing and leveling grass, but also for creating landscape design elements.

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Models of mowers and trimmers differ in technical characteristics, volume, and individual functional features. In this article we will talk about the main features of braids, what types they are divided into, and which are better. Electric belt or gasoline brush.

Purpose of mowers and trimmers

A lawn mower and a trimmer are very similar and are designed primarily for lawn care, but there are some differences between them.

Grass trimmer

A grass trimmer is often used to maintain small areas of the lawn or for simple, short-term jobs.

This lightweight product is designed for soft grass. Grass trimmers can be equipped with either gasoline or electric motors.

Motokosa

Scythe. A more serious tool that can cut thick, thick grass. Structurally, the scythe is a rod with a motor on one side and a set of cutting tools on the other.

The cutting components include a cutting disc and a fishing line. The line is used to level lawns and work with the thinnest grass, while the knives cut the thickest grass.

Types of mowers

Braids are divided into two types: professional and household. Professional scythes are designed for long periods of work, while household ones are used for a short time in small areas.

Professional braids

Professional motor braids are characterized by high performance and are able to operate smoothly for a long time.

In addition to serious technical characteristics, these devices have high build quality and improved body ergonomics.

Professional motorcycles can withstand high loads and are usually used to solve complex problems when arranging gardens and park areas.

Professional slopes are equipped with a non-removable rod, inside of which there is a shaft. Cutting element drive. This design solution makes the mower quite large, which creates inconvenience during storage and transportation.

At the same time, this design provides an important advantage. Isolation of the main elements of the tool from dust, debris and various dirt, which has a positive effect on service life.

Household braids

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Homemade braids differ from professional braids in their more compact size. As a rule, they are not designed for long-term loads and are used for caring for small garden areas. The power of household braids usually does not exceed 2 hp, but for a professional tool this is the minimum figure.

Household braids can be equipped with either a trimmer attachment or steel blades, and they can also vary in shaft type: flexible shaft and straight shaft. In addition, household braids can be equipped with either a curved bar or a split bar.

Split strip models are not only lighter, but also easy to use.

Handle type

The mower can be equipped with different types of handles. There are three main types of handles: D-shaped, T-shaped and J-shaped.

D-handle:

This type of handle is the most convenient and compact. The D-handle is ideal for small jobs and allows for good maneuverability and speed.

T Handle: The T handle is suitable for large outdoor jobs. Motor goats equipped with this type of handle can be used not only for mowing grass on lawns, but also for important field work.

J-handle: The J-handle can also be used with the D-handle to prevent bevel gear failure.

Driving type

Before choosing a hedge trimmer or trimmer, there is one more important parameter you should be aware of. Drive type. Mowers and trimmers can be equipped with both electric and gasoline engines.

Braids and electric trimmers

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Mains-powered harrows and trimmers are lightweight, do not emit exhaust gases and are quiet in operation.

These devices are especially relevant for the rehabilitation of recreation areas, sanatoriums and other places where minimal noise is required during operation.

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The only significant drawback of such devices is the need for a constant connection to the network.

Gasoline engines and trimmers

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At home, gas-powered scythes and trimmers have now largely been replaced by electric ones, but this tool is widely used for professional use.

The main disadvantages of these devices are increased vibration, heavy weight and noise during operation.

However, gasoline engines have more power and performance, and, unlike electric models, are not limited by the presence of a network.

What to look for when choosing a brush and trimmer

1. Resource When choosing a brush, we recommend that you first pay attention to the resource of the work. Each manufacturer sets a designated resource, and the higher this indicator, the more reliable the model.

2. Construction Various modifications differ in the type of drive shaft, engine type, connecting rod, cutting element and the presence of additional devices.

To some extent, these differences are determined by the purpose of the particular tool. For example, for small lawns, a straight mower with a T-bar powered by a two-stroke engine is the best option.

While with a bent rod it will be more convenient to process hard-to-reach areas (for example, between trees, under benches, etc.)

3. Weight and power Usually, increasing the power leads to an increase in the weight of the hedge trimmer. If you have a small area, there is no point in buying a heavy and powerful device.

4. Anti-vibration system

It is important to remember that prolonged use of a vibrating tool has a negative impact on your joints. Therefore, when choosing a braid with an internal combustion engine, check whether it has an anti-vibration system.

Cutting bits

The effectiveness of the brush largely depends on the correct choice of cutting attachment. For young grass, the best option is a fishing line or a two-pronged knife.

A more effective and popular tool is the trident knife, which can cut even tough weeds. Using four-pronged knives, you can trim young tree shoots and overgrown trees.

If you are buying a mower for hay harvesting, you should stock up on eight-teeth discs. They perfectly mow any grass, shredding it with minimal damage.

With knives with 24 and 80 teeth, you can effectively cut small trees and shrubs with stem cross-sections up to 40 mm.

What's better. Electrical tape or gasoline spit

1. Scythes are more portable because they do not require an external power source. If you have a large plot. This can be a significant advantage;
2. The brush cutter needs refueling while the electric belt is running, just plug it in and press the button;
3. Motokosa requires periodic technologies. Consumables replacement services. For example, replacing spark plugs, while electrical tape only requires routine cleaning and lubrication;
4. The tank of household braids is usually designed for 1-1.5 hours of operation. After this, you need to interrupt the process and go to sleep. You can work with electrical tape without a break, even all day long;
5. A lawn mower is much noisier than an electric one;
6. When working with electrical tape, it is important to always remember the presence of the wire and calculate the trajectory so that it does not accidentally damage it;
7. A scythe can be used in any weather, but an electric scythe can only be used in dry weather;
8. Electric braids have no emissions and are environmentally friendly.

Conclusion

In today's article, we talked about how to choose a trimmer and trimmer, what types they are divided into and how they differ.

Each of the above types of braids has its own advantages and can be used in different conditions.

If you have any questions, ask them in the comments.

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How to choose a trimmer by weight

When choosing, remember that you will have to work with the trimmer for quite a long time, so the lighter its weight, the longer you can hold the unit in your hands. Also, do not forget that the trimmer’s fuel tank is empty, and after full refueling, the weight of the mower will increase by 0.5 to 1.5 kg, depending on the volume of the tank. As a rule, manufacturers underestimate weight in the description of technical characteristics and indicate “dry” weight - without mowing systems, belts, fuel, etc.

Features of the electric razor

An electric razor is as important for guys as a cosmetic bag is for the weaker sex. At first, this device was designed and created as a tool for shaving the head and performing simple hairstyles (boxing, half-boxing, etc.). Over time, technology has improved, and now an electronic razor can do even more functions than a simple “zero” haircut.

Now there are two design options for razors: rotary and mesh. The first one consists of disc blades mounted on heads. This design removes hair very well, but can irritate the skin. Option 2 hides the blades under the net. This type of shaving is more piquant, but requires more time for the procedure.

Foil and rotary razors

An electric razor has a number of advantages.

• The knife blades of the electronic device do not irritate the skin. This is especially important in cases with an increased dermatological response to daily allergens and irritants, and when the skin is very dry and sensitive.
• The second natural advantage is the durability of the blades installed on the device. In terms of their reliability and durability, they give 100 points ahead to any manual machine. The amount of hair cut by an electric razor can amount to entire football fields. Where an ordinary razor has already become dull, the knife blade will work for a long time.
• The third fundamental and very important plus is the quality of shaving. If when working with a machine there is a great possibility of touching a sore area of ​​skin (pimple, etc.) and destroying it, then in the case of an electrical appliance this possibility is reduced to zero. In other words, shaving becomes truly harmless. Injuries to the facial skin are significantly reduced, resulting in increased convenience and comfort from use.
• There is no need to use shaving gels and foam; you can produce the so-called. "dry shaving" In the case of a manual machine, this is unrealistic.

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Obviously, like all other devices, an electric razor is not without its shortcomings. An electric razor is not suitable for beard grooming. Only a smooth shave is her responsibility.

In addition, it is necessary to carry out constant technical maintenance. Cleaning, sharpening and balancing knives in cheap models, lubricating parts in cases where the blades are self-sharpening. If the user wonders why to service the electric razor and stops doing so, then the machine may fail, and quite quickly.

What are the recommendations for caring for a trimmer or lawn mower?

It is advisable to regularly clean the working surfaces of the tool and mechanical parts exposed to contamination. As a precaution, it is permissible to cover the open parts of the device when using it in humid conditions with morning dew or in dry weather in case of heavy dust.

Parts can only be covered for a short time and should be opened to cool to prevent the engine from heating beyond the normal limit due to lack of ventilation.

You should also remember about timely replacement of filter elements in the engine. Modern models are equipped with filters to protect the fuel system from contamination; some users only learn about their existence when a problem arises with the piston system. Timely replacement of filters will save money that can be spent on system repairs.

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