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Splitter
Calculator
Calculate cylinder force and cycle time for hydraulic log splitter sizing
Input Parameters
Max Log Diameter (in)
Wood Type
Softwood (Pine/Fir)
Hardwood (Oak/Maple)
Knotty/Twisted Grain
System Pressure (psi)
Pump Flow (gpm)
Cylinder Stroke (in)
Calculate
Results
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Force Required
tons
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Cylinder Bore
in
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Split Time
sec
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Full Cycle Time
sec
Reference
Splitting force: softwood ~150 lb/in, hardwood ~250 lb/in, knotty ~350 lb/in Force = lb/in × log diameter Split time = cylinder volume / pump flow Typical: 20-30 ton for hardwood up to 24"