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- Can you build a shredder yourself?
- The differences in shredders
- Is self-construction worthwhile?
- Alternative: Rebuild the shredder
- Alternative lawnmower shredders - is it worth it?
The heart of the shredder is the roller or the knives
Can you build a shredder yourself?
Shredders are expensive, but they do help with gardening. In the following you will learn about the differences between shredders and how you can build a shredder yourself.
The differences in shredders
Chopper is not the same shredder. They can be distinguished in several directions.On the one hand in their drive form: So there are shredders that operate with normal current (220 volts), those that are powered by high-voltage (380 volts) and thus are more efficient and those that have a gasoline engine. The latter are especially suitable for places where no power connection is given.
Furthermore, chippers can be differentiated according to their chopping technique. There are:
Roll choppers are significantly quieter than knife choppers, but usually also a bit more expensive. For example, a knife chopper from a renowned brand costs 168 €, the same model as a roller chopper costs 199 €. Turbine choppers are available in online shops from about 400.
Is self-construction worthwhile?
The homemade construction of a shredder is not useful in many ways:
Alternative: Rebuild the shredder
It is possible, however, to rebuild an existing shredder or to use it differently. For example, several do-it-yourselfers report that they use a maize harvester for chopping branches and twigs and have achieved good results. Some also report that they have exchanged the knives. Again, the safety and accident regulations apply again. If an accident happens due to a manipulated device, insurance companies do not pay.
Alternative lawnmower shredders - is it worth it?
If you do not want to buy a shredder, but need a lawnmower, you can kill two birds with one stone and buy a lawnmower that also shreds. However, this device is so expensive with 669 € that they can buy a good shredder and a lawn mower and still pay less. Worth doing this combination so at least not yet.