The youngest of the types of hedge trimmer has seen more development work by producers, and the greatest improvement in mechanical skills.
The focus of this innovation are the new types of batteries that are available. The type is now used nickel-cadmium (NiCd) or lithium ion (Li-ion). Former problems of memory effect that can be used effectively reduce the battery life have been banned. They are lighter, more powerful, freefaster and last longer.
Generally NiCd is used in cheaper models, and more expensive and powerful Li-ion batteries are used in high-specification machines, but this is not an infallible guide to performance.
The small Bosch 16 "has found a 14.4 V (Ni) instead of the 18V power usually in another, but the longest in its class at 55 minutes (others manage less than 30 minutes).
A useful feature when choosing a cordlessTrimmer has a swivel head or lever with which you can cut corners or precise vertical surfaces easily. This type of function is the "model and the Gardena 19" Black & Decker 20 ERGOCUT built.
Because the batteries are expensive and always more battery units shown, it is time that there is some standardization in the units and the charging device. Two producers who have taken this nettle, Ryobi and Bosch, the unit offersIt's not one but many devices are compatible with various functions, such as drills and chainsaws. Ryobi ONE + call their initiative the concept. His last charge to any type of battery to work.
Verify, among other things, that the machine has chosen a battery if you have not read the ad carefully, you may find that the price under surprisingly good for an intelligent machine can be, in fact, because there is no battery.
The weight can be a problem for some users to do the pumpIron repetitive strain injury and wish to avoid. The latest designs from Bosch have designed for weight loss and increased by 30% to as low as 2.2 kg, while other tips the scales at more than 4 kg in the same "category sub-18.
Other nice-to-have features for your trimmers are a good ergonomic design, soft-handle includes: vibration (as offered by Black & Decker with asymmetric blade design) and it's worth, that the blades are laser-cutand diamond-ground for maximum efficiency.
Be aware that after cutting the session (usually) 30 to 50 minutes you are in a charging time longer. Of course you can avoid this problem by purchasing another battery and charger offline. However, you should also see how long your car requires scheduled for a shop. Most of the builders up to 3 hours to drive their 18V. Bosch offers a notable exception is that two new solutions.
My 20.5 "machinewearing a pair of 14.4 (1.5 hours amp) batteries. In this way we reach a total of 70 minutes (2 x 35 minutes per battery) and a charge is made easier by using standard unit of Bosch in line to recharge while you work.
Even smarter is the 21 "premium model is that a 36V Li-ion battery has a running time of 50 minutes and recharges in just 45 minutes if you are really in a hurry, will charge 80% in 25 minutes, just enough to. a coffee break.
The same Boschadds features such as distance and cut 20mm diameter at its peak, the branches may be up to 25 mm in diameter can be shipped, what was previously unthinkable, a cordless hedge trimmers. An electronic anti-lock function protects the device from damage. There is also an additional protection for the safe cutting along the edges of walls or close to the ground.
Right at the top of the wireless market in terms of dimensions, specifications and price, is a professional 21.5 "Makita. This is the same packaging Bosch 18V two 36V Li-ion batteries. She claims a noise level lower than the usual 86.5 dB (these machines are not quiet in electrical form, because of their high-speed piston blade mechanisms). It also performs functions that have a battery protection circuit and protection against deep discharges, high-temperature and overload. It is very wise precaution, because Li-ion batteries are more susceptible as a result of such damageAbuse.
Most cars are sold in this market, the smallest with a blade length of less than 20 inches. Mainstream in this area is to mention the models of German specialist Gardena garden. Designed in addition to their generally good cut and easy to build 19.5 ", which has a large start button for easy operation, have a version ERGOCUT with relatively large spacing of the teeth of 16 mm, with an increase in thickness, as normally used to address. (most competingThe models are designed for heavy and light gaps of the teeth from 10mm to 12mm). The same model has a blade guard.
For most users, the market for cordless hedge trimmer is a model that fits, and if the equation for the extra security does not add trailing edge of a live cable in the vicinity of a cutting device, and makes the wireless path is very interesting.