JD 2320 w/ Northern Tool 3ph log spliter

[Rick5050]

New 2320 being delivered tomorrow and I'd like to get a 3ph log splitter in the next few weeks. Does anyone have experience with the Northern Tool 3ph Splitter powered by the tractor's hydraulics? Specs for the splitter say a maximum of 11 gpm flow and 2500 psi. The JD 2320 flow rate is about half of that divided between pwr steering and implement; implement is 3.4 gpm and steering is 2.2 gpm. Is this splitter too much for the 2320? Or ... will it work, but be painfully slow?

 

[gunmaker]

New 2320 being delivered tomorrow and I'd like to get a 3ph log splitter in the next few weeks. Does anyone have experience with the Northern Tool 3ph Splitter powered by the tractor's hydraulics? Specs for the splitter say a maximum of 11 gpm flow and 2500 psi. The JD 2320 flow rate is about half of that divided between pwr steering and implement; implement is 3.4 gpm and steering is 2.2 gpm. Is this splitter too much for the 2320? Or ... will it work, but be painfully slow?

It will be slower, but ask Kenny for a good run-down on performance. I was wondering myself if there might be a way to augment the hydraulic flow rate, and was going to ask Kenny if a PTO pump could be plumbed into the system to increase the flow.
I just purchased a Speeco 3pt log-splitter from TSC, and choose it because it can be operated both vertically and horizontally.

 

[kennyd]

Welcome to TBN

Or ... will it work, but be painfully slow?

It will be slow, no doubt about it, probably to slow to be very useful. I personally wouldn't use a 3PH splitter on a machine with less than 5GPM minimum.

I was wondering myself if there might be a way to augment the hydraulic flow rate, and was going to ask Kenny if a PTO pump could be plumbed into the system to increase the flow.

Not really, and with a PTO pump costing about $400, plus the extra plumbing/filter/tank, it's just more cost effective to get a stand-alone splitter.

I just purchased a Speeco 3pt log-splitter from TSC, and choose it because it can be operated both vertically and horizontally.

Is it hooked up yet? You are just at 5GPM, and my tractor is rated at 5.1GPM, so I am curious what the cycle times are at different RPM's so I have a baseline...

 

[gunmaker]

Is it hooked up yet? You are just at 5GPM, and my tractor is rated at 5.1GPM, so I am curious what the cycle times are at different RPM's so I have a baseline...

Not yet, it's supposed to be delivered tomorrow. I think I'll be okay using it with the 2520's 10+gpm. I'll probably post some pics when it's hooked up and let you know how it goes!

 

[kennyd]

I think I'll be okay using it with the 2520's 10+gpm.

You will only have 5GPM to operate the splitter, NOT 10+GPM, read the specs again...Sorry to burst your bubble

Hydraulics

TypeOpen Center
Pump Rated Output, gpm (L/min.)10.5 (39.6)
Steering 5.5 (20.8)

Implement 5.0 (18.8)

Pump Type Gear

Maximum Operating Pressure (PSI)2418

Draft Control Type Position Control

Remote Control Valves Available 2

 

[gunmaker]

Okay, now I'm nervous...hope this turns out okay, can't afford a mistake at the moment.

 

[nate_m]

I'm using a Ramsplitter made specificaly for CUTs. It has a smaller diam cylinder and shorter stroke to help with lower GPMs of some CUTs. I use it to split 4 ~ 5 chords of hardwood per year. Its works fine 99% of what I put through it. A few nasty crotches have halted the splitter but wedge and maul will fix those in a hurry.

IMHO this is a good splitter for the average Home owner buring some firewood and trying to save a few bucks. If your using a log splitter to make a living, go with a stand-alone unit.

Here is a link to what I purchased.

Ramsplitter Log Splitter Model 3PT Attachment, the Toughest Log Splitter on the Market

Here is a link to how I modified mine for QH compatiblity.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/customization/121482-modified-log-splitter-quick-hitch.html

Good luck and let us know what you get.

 

[NYBOB]

I like the Split Fire 230 I bought. Save times since the blades moves back and forth so you can split in both directions.

I originally had a Wallenstein and sold it when I sold my original CUT.

 

[gunmaker]

I calculated the volume of the ram cylinder, and the corresponding rate of fill, and came up with a cycle time of aprox 15 secs each way. Time will tell.

 

[wkpoor]

Here is your solution. 7 sec cycle time and the tractor never ever feels the load. I really think it burns less than a 5 hp Briggs. I run it at 1700RPM but no load is on the engine.

 

[gunmaker]

I agree, and that may be the final product if the factory unit and tractor combo don't perform. I love the pics, what a reference to work from. Thanks!

 

[fattyfat1]

Here is your solution. 7 sec cycle time and the tractor never ever feels the load. I really think it burns less than a 5 hp Briggs. I run it at 1700RPM but no load is on the engine.

that is exactly what i am looking for. did you build it or buy that unit? i've seen that pto pump in the northern tool catalog i think? more info please!

 

[wkpoor]

It started out as a Speeco 3pt splitter but I chucked the stand (who needs that I don't know) and had the frame and tank built with a receiver.Tank is 21gal but since found out 10gal is more than enough to keep temps in check. The pump came direct from prince and is 21GPM. Nice thing here is no second stage. It always rips right through. Even the fastest commercial ones usually have a second stage and over hours of splitting that eats into productivity. So a splitter with a 15ec cycle time is really slower than that if it needs to get into the second stage very often. On the tractor you have versatility to adjust height and if you want vertical its easy to raise it up turn the beam and set down. The trailer type seem to never have flat enough ground without taking a shovel and digging a hole. Other thing is no little engine screaming in your ear the whole time. I used to run this on a Allis CA and it was very quiet. The Deere ain't too bad. This thing is so fast I would put it up against the SuperSplit in a head to head race. And I will always get through the hard ones. Not cheap though
500.00 for original Speeco purchase
500.00 for fab work on frame and tank
400.00 for pump
approx 250.00 for hose and fittings.

Oh yeh....17,000 for tractor to run it onLOLOLOLOL

 

[fattyfat1]

It started out as a Speeco 3pt splitter but I chucked the stand (who needs that I don't know) and had the frame and tank built with a receiver.Tank is 21gal but since found out 10gal is more than enough to keep temps in check. The pump came direct from prince and is 21GPM. Nice thing here is no second stage. It always rips right through. Even the fastest commercial ones usually have a second stage and over hours of splitting that eats into productivity. So a splitter with a 15ec cycle time is really slower than that if it needs to get into the second stage very often. On the tractor you have versatility to adjust height and if you want vertical its easy to raise it up turn the beam and set down. The trailer type seem to never have flat enough ground without taking a shovel and digging a hole. Other thing is no little engine screaming in your ear the whole time. I used to run this on a Allis CA and it was very quiet. The Deere ain't too bad. This thing is so fast I would put it up against the SuperSplit in a head to head race. And I will always get through the hard ones. Not cheap though
500.00 for original Speeco purchase
500.00 for fab work on frame and tank
400.00 for pump
approx 250.00 for hose and fittings.

Oh yeh....17,000 for tractor to run it onLOLOLOLOL

That thing is a work of art! I may have to start fabbing on something like that soon!