LanceH
Silver Member
Hey all, Happy Labor Day!
I'm trying to figure out if and where I want a hydraulic filter on my homemade log splitter that I'm building. Surplus Center has filters and strainers for both suction and return line sides, but I can't decide which one to buy.
I have a filter on the return side of my TSC Huskee splitter but that doesnt make sense. If you get dirt in your tank, then you push it through your pump, valve, cylinder before they get to your filter/strainer.
But if I put the filter/strainer on the suction side, I have to pay more for the product. I know in the long run my big money items like the valve, pump, and cylinder will last longer-so its worth it.
What are the pro's/con's of either side and for my log splitter application, which would you fella's recommend?
My splitter will be a 10hp diesel powered, 16gpm, 5x24 cylinder.
Thanks for your time!
I'm trying to figure out if and where I want a hydraulic filter on my homemade log splitter that I'm building. Surplus Center has filters and strainers for both suction and return line sides, but I can't decide which one to buy.
I have a filter on the return side of my TSC Huskee splitter but that doesnt make sense. If you get dirt in your tank, then you push it through your pump, valve, cylinder before they get to your filter/strainer.
But if I put the filter/strainer on the suction side, I have to pay more for the product. I know in the long run my big money items like the valve, pump, and cylinder will last longer-so its worth it.
What are the pro's/con's of either side and for my log splitter application, which would you fella's recommend?
My splitter will be a 10hp diesel powered, 16gpm, 5x24 cylinder.
Thanks for your time!