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Post by Ron/PA on Jan 29, 2012 12:47:27 GMT -5
I'm considering building a log splitter, I have an old Massey Harris 35 PT combine with a PTO/Belt driven hydraulic pump that I believe only runs the header lift. My question is, would this pump be capable of giving me the pressure I need to a cylinder to do the job. The store bought brands are rated by the ton with most advertising 20-22 ton. Here's the pump.   Thanks, Ron |
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Post by MarlandS on Jan 29, 2012 12:50:20 GMT -5
I doubt you'd have much pressure problem but I think the flow might be a little slow .
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Post by Angus in NCMO® on Jan 29, 2012 15:07:40 GMT -5
Have to agree with Marland.
Look at the size of the cylinder on your combine -- not much volume required to make it extend. Most of the splitters will have a fairly large cylinder and you'll be waiting forever for the wedge to move a few inches -- in either direction.
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Post by 3020 on Jan 29, 2012 17:39:57 GMT -5
May be you speed it up a little.
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Post by wctyilfarmer on Jan 29, 2012 20:50:43 GMT -5
two stage pumps are best from what i know.
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Post by JoshuaGA on Jan 29, 2012 22:43:41 GMT -5
You would be better off IMO to run off the tractor hyd. or better yet get you a two stage pump or a PTO pump to run, it is going to be painfully slow with yours and I doubt it will generate much more than 1500 PSI. Those big splitting cylinders take alot of hydraulic flow to move them at a reasonable speed.
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