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Log splitters

SIP 7 Ton Vertical Electric Log Splitter (01978)

A vertical splitter with a smaller footprint and more force than the 5 tonne model, for bigger rounds.

Rating plate — figures as the maker states them

Key figures
7 tonne · logs 80–300 mm diameter, 100–550 mm long
Power
Mains electric (230 V, 13 A), 3 kW
Good for
Larger rounds where floor space is tight
Facts checked
6 November 2026

Good to know

SIP lists a 3 kW motor, 4 litres of hydraulic oil, operator handle guards, a ram lock and an NVR switch. Noise is 89.7 dB(A) at full load. At 109.2 kg it is much heavier than the horizontal model.

Safety: Read the manual before use: keep hands away from the wedge and ram, use the guards and controls exactly as designed, and keep other people and pets well clear while splitting.

Sources

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Log splitters

SIP 5 Ton Horizontal Electric Log Splitter (01976)

Key figures
5 tonne · logs 50–250 mm diameter, 200–520 mm long
Power
Mains electric (230 V, 13 A), 2.2 kW
Good for
Home firewood in manageable lengths

A horizontal splitter inside a safety cage, with a wedge that returns on its own after each split. SIP says it suits softwoods and hardwoods for home use.

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