A high-quality tool suitable for wood processing must be convenient. Important and correct sharpening ax. Only such a secrech can be cutting and boards, and logs. Also, the axes must be approached under the growth of carpenter. A long handle with thickening on the end does not always allow spending less energy. Talk about these and other nuances relating to carpentry tops.
Characteristics
Modern carpentry ax differs quite large weight. As a rule, this is about 1.5 kilograms. This indicator is considered optimal, especially if wood processing takes a long time.
The characteristic feature of the carpentest tool of the modern sample is a kind of sharpening blade. His edge has a rounded view. Axes with a direct blade that are universally sold in stores, require additional refinement. Otherwise you have to spend more effort. Separated chips will not be closed when hitting.
Ideal is the same angle of the blade of a modern ax, as in an ancient gun – 35 degrees. The smaller blade will be clamped wood fibers. Large parameters will result in excess consumption of forces.
Main and metal thickness. Too thinly sharpened blade will quickly get out, especially if the knots prevail in the wood. They are usually solid and dense, so they can damage the tool.
If earlier the length of the axle was determined by the growth of the worker, now this parameter regulates GOST. Standard dimensions (40-50 cm) are considered to be relevant middle dimensions of a person.
Modern ax is more often perceived as a universal variety, which is useful in the country area, picnic or in the household. The design of such tools is simple, but methods and the quality of their manufacture can vary.
Varieties
Experts share axes for three main groups:
- Koluna;
- carpentry, for cutting in the forest;
- universal, for construction.
Each category includes several varieties that differ in the appointment and characteristic features of the elements. For example, carpentry tools used in the forest are distinguished by weight. Lighter options (weighing 0.9 kg) are suitable only for limited work related to the processing of small blanks.
All colleans have the only purpose – split logs or cropped branches. Operation is performed while cutting firewood. The tool is distinguished by an interesting blade, the appearance of which resembles a drop. It has an extension of the metal part inserted into the handle. The tool is characterized by weight, due to which thick wood is cleaned. The impact force is enhanced by a long hatching.
If you need to chop medium in the thickness of the firewood, you will need a tool weighing from 1 kg to 1.7 kg. For rings of large firewood, heavy colons weighing more than 2 kg. Also they are complemented by an extended axle.
The category of universal axes include a construction tool. The blade shape in this case is distinguished by a flat edge. Boards or bars to join such a tool more convenient. Even small details can be treated with an acute end, while the accuracy of work will be quite high. The tool is characterized by weight up to 0.8 kg, so the bulk of the work can be carried out even one hand. For convenience, the pipeline of the joinery is carried out oval.
Steel blades of a joinery ax has the same meaning as other tools. Best options – forged. Modern tools are supplied with cast blades. Therefore, today old axes are considered more valuable.
Another versatile version – Tourist. It differs in small dimensions. Important characteristics of this tool – high-quality sharpening. The product is reduced in size, and therefore must be sharp so that it is convenient to work.
Samples of tourist solids include multiple varieties that differ. For example, there are options with a wooden handle, metal, lightweight, plastic. Metal versions with rubber parts with rubber parts have very good characteristics. The tool with a plastic handle is considered very fragile. Useful addition to any tourist hatcher is a case.
From rare varieties, the ax “Toll”. It is suitable in cases where the grooves are needed in a log or timber. The ax is distinguished by a special kind of metal part with an extension at the end, with a semicircular sharpening. Such a pickaxe is easy to hollow out the grooves, while there is no replacement to this tool.
Rating models
Carpentry axes are made by the forging of steel brands U7, as well as 60g. Correctly processed and tempered blade material acquires good hardness. Such a product will be distinguished by persistence and will be well hidden. Low carbon stamped steel quickly fastens, it is too tough for a good sharpening. Often the element crumble when working with wood, so such a blade is considered defective.
Izhevsk plant produces many tools that are characterized by low cost. Budget products please buyers high quality.
The following advantages are noted:
- Reliable handle from wood;
- optimal weight – 1.2 kg;
- high-quality steel ax;
- Good sharpening.
Disadvantages also have:
- the ability to acquire a marriage;
- Lack of hole for hanging.
Japanese specimens of carpentry axes differ from Izhevsk elevated ergonomics. Handling hole on handles. The tool is made very comfortable, sits in the hand of a carpenter as a free. At the same time, frequent use of such a tool does not entail any changes. The only drawback of products is high cost.
You can highlight a few more convenient models with high sales ratings. For example, in demand uses Fiskars 121440 * 10. His blade was ordered twice, has a special coating, it is distinguished by an interesting form. Handle polyamide, but comfortable and reliable. The toporishche performed in the form of a hook does not allow the tool to slip out of the hands. The company provides each product of a 10-year warranty.
Good sales ratings and ax 21649 Matrix firms. The product is equipped with a handle from the modern material “Fiberglas”. The blade is high-quality, forged, made of steel 60g. This carpentry ax refers to the budget price category.
What differs from the usual?
For example, from taiga tops, carpentry is distinguished by a form of blades and a length of handles. Tasks that must perform tools are opposite. A carpentry ax you need to cut as much as possible. Employees do not differ here, as the main thing in the course of such works – prevent errors.
Fishery or koluns perform another function – They quickly and deeply destroy wood. The form of the ax is designed in such a way that the tree falls out faster than a carpense tool with equal efforts.
In the carpentine options there is no powerful furrow – the protrusion under the axle, which does not give a break the handle when vibration. This protrusion is absorbed about 50% of the load. However, this groove will not save handle if she breaks about chock. Carpentry ax is not supplied with a wide front part. The blade of the commercial variant is performed at an angle. This allows the employee to apply the tool like a column. You only need to concentrate energy on the right blow.
The carpenter and commercial tool solid will differ in the angle of inclination. The first option is characterized by smooth angle of the book. The protruding edge of the axice is noticeable visually. The fishing gun is simply no. This same corner creates strong vibrations.
In addition to the blade, the carpentine option is different and optic. It has an egg-shaped section here. The first half of the carpentest tool should not be very heavy and thin, otherwise it will quickly break. High quality are aspen handles. Good billet should be strong and easy. Homemade options are recommended to be processed not by varnish, but oil. Lacquered will slide and turn out to be cold.
How to choose?
Carpentry craft closely connected with cutting trees, and with construction. Select carpentry tops with medium width blades. This will allow high-quality branches, handle logs. Modern products based on sale are called tourist or garden.
With carpentry work sometimes you have to not only chop, but also cut. For this very convenient, the rounded edge of the blade is very convenient. It is important that it is not too sharp, otherwise the tool will be very fragile.
The quality of steel blades are chosen by sound. Masters advise to knock on the toproom when purchasing it. Sound Sound indicates the strength and durability of the selected instance.
Classic carpentry tool carpentry is made of wood. Handle will be elastic if it is made of dense breed. Wood fibers should be located along. Good wood for the axes does not contain bitch and cracks. Such a product will not break from strong blows.
Wooden handles with time darken and breathe. Therefore, experts advise to handle purchased paint axes.
The influence of the harmful environment is not subject to metal handles. All-metal designs are distinguished by high reliability. For convenience, they are usually complemented by rubber lining. Such an add-on prevents scalinking hands from the product during work.
Modern Options Openings are performed from fiberglass (Fibergles). Polyester resins are based on the material. When they are hardening, the strength of the metal acquire. Unlike wood, they do not rot, do not change their initial property, regardless of any impact.
Thanks to the modern material, the operational qualities of conventional axes are noticeably improved. Experts believe that the impact of vibration, which occurs when hit, is reduced. The handles are supplied with corrugated inserts, which reduces the slide.
The convenience of the axle is associated with its form. Most of the tools are performed with a bend, it ensures the reliability of the capture. The end of the axle is usually expanding. This prevents random slipping.
For a carpenter is of great importance and weight of the tool. Carpentry models are more likely made. It is necessary so that the hands are less tired, since such works are long.
An important addition for the ax – the presence of rubberized laying on the blade. She will cover the sharp edge and ensure safety when carrying the tool. We also need a tarpaulin case.
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