Assuming I have all the rounds ready and a decent sized splitter- how many rounds is it feasible to split a day. Just trying to do the math on whether it is worth renting a splitter and getting my own wood.
How many cords can you split a day
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If you are renting a splitter, find some help for the day. When I have all the rounds in a pile, I get a cord split about every 1.5 - 2 hours but I am usually spent after 2 cord. These tend to be bigger rounds, but even smaller ones catch up with you if you try to do it all in one sitting by yourself.
I always respond to this type of question by saying I do it by hand, a few rounds per day, and really enjoy it. It is good excercise, and fun if you don't have to do 2 cords all at once. Instead of spending time renting, moving, learning to use a splitter, returning the splitter, etc., just get out and swing away.
cshama said:
Reading your question I get the notion that you are underestimating "getting my own wood" portion of the equation. A lot of work involved, either you love doing it or not most here do.
My take is the amount of rounds you can split in a day is more likely limited by your physical endurance than the capability of the machine.
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