Powerhouse 3pt splitter

[Couple of Achers]

I have followed a number of older threads discussing the Powerhouse 3pt splitter but most of them end with I have just got one......
For those of you who have now had one for a time and have used it, could you give us an update at to your likes or dislikes. I am in the market for a 3pt splitter. I have already gone through the decision making of whether a stand-alone unit is better or not. Right or wrong, my interest is with the 3pt model. I really like the idea of the dual action splitting. Unlike others, I also like the lighter weight design of the unit. But with that being said, does the lighter weight compromise it's quaility. I have no problem with it being lighter weight as long as it is engineered properly to withstand the splitting power it is advertised to have. So for any of you out there that have a few hours on yours now, can you provide me with a review of the product? Thanks.

 

[CHDinCT]

I have the 18" model and like it very much for how much I split, which is not for heating my house 24/7. If you have enough GPM flow, consider the new 24" model. As some have noted, since it splits both directions, the wedge is not as aggressive as you'd find on a one-way splitter. Also, the stops on either end are on the small side and sometimes the wood will get pushed off of the stop (not often for me, but it's something to be aware of). Otherwise, the weight/quality of the material, etc., has been fine. I would not drop a huge round from 2' up onto the cradles, but for catching split wood as it comes off the splitter, the cradle on either side is fine.

 

[jimgerken]

I ordered the 4x24 last week. Its supposed to be here any day now. I WILL give a report once I get it hosed up and used a bit. Couple Archers: PM me if you want a demo, we live in the same neighborhood.

 

[OrangeJbird]

Is there a website?
I can't find a 3-point powerhouse? only electric models.

 

[Couple of Achers]

Is there a website?
I can't find a 3-point powerhouse? only electric models.

I have not been able to locate a web-site either. I just know they are available from a local retailer here. I am guessing they are made by a parent company. If someone knows who that would be, then we could locate their web-site.

Addendum: I think I found out what the problem is. It is Power horse, not power house. Apparently the powerhouse, is an electric splitter. Still can't find a website, but at least you can price them form the online places.

 

[jimgerken]

Power Horse is sold only by Northern. Northern has them built in China. The engines, on the standalone models, also named Power Horse, are Chinese copies of the Honda designs.

 

[CHDinCT]

Here are the links:

18" 3PH Model:
Powerhorse Horizontal Log Splitter 3 Pt. with 3in. x 18in. Cylinder | Log Splitters | Northern Tool + Equipment

24" 3PH Model:
Powerhorse Horizontal Log Splitter 3-Pt. with 4in. x 24in. Cylinder | Log Splitters | Northern Tool + Equipment

 

[CHDinCT]

One other note. I don't think it says it in the spec's but the valve that came with mine is a Prince. Not sure I'd touch the Powerhorse models with an engine that's likely from China; not an issue for the 3PH models.

 

[Couple of Achers]

I ordered the 4x24 last week. Its supposed to be here any day now. I WILL give a report once I get it hosed up and used a bit. Couple Archers: PM me if you want a demo, we live in the same neighborhood.

I'll be watching for your review. I would be real interested in knowing how far apart the lower lift arm pins are, or if they can be turned inward. Since I would like to put it on my BX and the 3pt hitch is not full size, so the arms do not spread out as far as a real cat1 hitch, it is problematic for me to just order one not knowing if it will fit. Let us know. Thanks.

 

[CHDinCT]

I would be real interested in knowing how far apart the lower lift arm pins are, or if they can be turned inward. Since I would like to put it on my BX and the 3pt hitch is not full size, so the arms do not spread out as far as a real cat1 hitch, it is problematic for me to just order one not knowing if it will fit. Let us know. Thanks.

CA,

I turned my pins in, but on the 18" model, it will fit with the pins out. I had to open the hitch about as wide as it would go, and unscrewing those turnbuckles took forever, so I reversed the pins to make hook up faster. But like I said, it will fit with the pins facing outward.