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Earthquake 5-Ton Electric Mini Horizontal Log Splitter

Name: Earthquake 5-Ton Electric Mini Horizontal Log Splitter
Brand: Earthquake
SKU: 3169
Rating: 3.86 (28 reviews)

Model:

W1200

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Earthquake 5-Ton Electric Mini Horizontal Log Splitter

Model: W1200

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Earthquake 5-Ton Electric Mini Horizontal Log Splitter

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Handy Electric Log Splitter Is Great For Camp Fires
No more yanking on a gas engine, hoping it will start
Just plug it in and have your firewood split in no time
No Hoses To Get In The Way
Convenient design keeps hydraulics inside the beam reservoir
Runs On 15 Amp Household Outlets
5" wedge & 5 tons of pressure can split logs 20" long & 10" wide
Weighs Just Over 100 Pounds & Comes With An Easy-Grip Handle
No problem to roll around and keep your wood box full
Wide Operating Window
Ambient temperature must be between 40 & 105 degrees F
Can be stored or transported between -10 & 130 degrees F
Can be operated up to 3250 feet above sea level

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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm..

For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

W1200

Engine

1.75 HP

Motor

Motor Voltage

120-Volts

Power Cord Length

6 Feet

Hydraulics

Hydraulic Filter

Yes

Hydraulic Oil Included

Yes

Max Pump PSI

2300 PSI

Cycle Time

15 Seconds

Tonnage

5 Tons

Overview

Assembly Required

Yes

Weight

105 Pounds

Consumer Warranty

1 Year

Product Length

37 Inches

Product Width

11 Inches

Product Height

20 Inches

Power Type

Electric

UPC

012642012006

Wedge

Wedge Material

Steel

Wedge Size

5 Inches

Wedge Style

2-way

Sharpenable Wedge

Yes

Log Capacity

Max Log Length

20 Inches

Max Log Diameter

10 Inches

Towing

Towable

D.O.T. Lights

Fenders

Accessories

Jack Stands

Log Cradles

Wood Type	Hardness Rating	6" Seasoned	6" Green	12" Seasoned	12" Green	24" Seasoned	24" Green
Alder	590 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Ash	1320 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Aspen	420 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Basswood	410 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Beech	1300 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Birch	1470 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Boxelder	720 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Buckeye	350 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Catalpa	550 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cedar	900 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	15+ Tons	20+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cherry	950 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	15+ Tons	20+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cottonwood	430 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Dogwood	2150 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Elm	1540 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Fir	710 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Hickory	1820 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Locust	1700 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Magnolia	1020 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Maple	1450 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Oak	1620 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Pine	860 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Poplar	540 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Spruce	510 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Sweet Gum	850 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Walnut	1010 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons

Reviews

(28)

Earthquake W1200 Reviews & Ratings

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Verified Buyer

Love it

By Wayland M.

Bella Vista, Arkansas

Purchased 05/28/2017 |

Review Posted 06/20/2017

Works great I love it

Wayland M. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, Easy To Store, I'd Buy It Again

Cons:

Heavy

Verified Buyer

I am pleased with my purchase.

By Mike S.

Mackville, Kentucky

Purchased 12/28/2016 |

Review Posted 02/24/2017

I love my earthquake. I run it in my basement. It's quiet. No gas - no fumes. I can do 8-10 inch logs with ease.

Mike S. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

4/5

Value

4/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, Quiet, Light Weight

Cons:

Expensive

Verified Buyer

Good

By Charlie D.

King George, Virginia

Purchased 12/30/2016 |

Review Posted 01/20/2017

So far so good

Charlie D. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Quiet, Easy To Store, Light Weight

Cons:

Too early too tell

Floor model deal for $100 bucks

By John

Morgantown, West Virginia

Review Posted 02/22/2016

I purchased this from Sears as/is for $100! I thought what do I have to lose. The first load was 4 cords.That was in one day I didn't have a problem at all once I developed a system. Total I have split about 16 cords with it. The only problem is when it gets below 40F.

The hydraulic fluid isn't heated up enough. So get your wood split before it snows!! It's a great deal for a homeowner who burns a few loads a year! No gas to deal with and if you buy and it doesn't work for you take it back! Nice little splitters!

John Recommends This

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Expert Response

The wonderful thing about electric splitters is that you can use them inside a garage, barn, or even in your basement. There's no gas, no combustion, and no fumes, so it's actually safe to run indoors.

So while the cold will thicken the hydraulic fluid, you can thin it back out by bringing it into a warmer environment and using it there. Best of luck staying toasty warm the remainder of this winter, and we look forward to helping you out with your log splitter needs in the future.

Thanks for sharing.

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

4/5

Value

5/5

Very Disappointed - probably okay with soft wood

By Buster G.

Killeen, Texas

Review Posted 12/17/2014

I was very disappointed with this machine. The instruction manual was almost useless. Doesn't tell you have to read the dipstick if oil is needed. If I screwed the dipstick all the way in to get a reading, it showed to be overfilled. If I just dipped the dipstick without screwing it in, it showed to be a little low.

I didn't want to add oil since I had already made my decision to return it. I read all the reviews before purchasing and thought I would give it a try. I previously owned a DR 5-ton splitter and was impressed with the ram, and how it split the logs without any problem. After about 5 years, the DR splitter lost its ram, and it was cheaper for me to buy the Earthquake for $199 at TSC on Black Friday. My thinking was if the Earthquake would last 2 years, it would be worth it.

With the Earthquake, I tried splitting 6" - 10" oak logs that were 1 year old and it wouldn't split them. The only log I got to split was a 5" oak log that was about 3 year old. I had several logs pop out of the splitter and was thrown 5' or so. A very dangerous splitter. If anyone had been standing along side of it, they would have been hurt. I returned the splitter to TSC without any problem. I ordered a 3 point log splitter to use with my John Deere 990 tractor. I'm hoping the extra money I'm spending will get me a splitter that will split my oak logs.

Buster G. Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

We are sorry to hear of your disappointing experience with your Earthquake log splitter. You best option would to contact Earthquake directly and let them know of your experience. I'm sure they would appreciate the feed back. Earthquake can be reached at (800) 345-6007.

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

2/5

Performance

1/5

Value

2/5

Verified Buyer

Tim

By Timothy D.

Staten Island, New York

Purchased 11/26/2013 |

Review Posted 12/18/2013

Very pleased with this electric log splitter . Price was good, cheaper than Home Depot. I like the fact I do not have to worry about gas and fumes, also is nice and quiet. For my purpose this log splitter served me well. Keep in mind I only used it once this season so far. So as of right now I have nothing negative to say about this log splitter. Customer service was fine . Also free shipping and arrived within or about 7 days .

Timothy D. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, Quiet, Reliable

Cons:

None

Bought it last week

By Michael G.

Marquette, Michigan

Review Posted 11/15/2013

I didn't need a large splitter at my cabin and tried this. It split threw a cord of wood some of which was 14" diameter. It never seemed to even strain.
I fear that I haven't used it enough yet to comment on reliability. Because of other reviews, I will be checking the ram bolts.
I guess I also recommend users to make sure to use a 12 gauge cord.

Michael G. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Quiet, Exceeded Expectations, Easy To Store

Does the job for me

By Tom L.

Shafer, Minnesota

Review Posted 10/28/2013

Like others, I found the instructions were not too good with a little improvising needed to install the few parts required. Put it together today and used it to split seasoned Elm up to 10" diameter. Worked fine on stringy Elm. So far I would recommend this product for small scale use like fireplace wood not exceeding 20" long and 10" diameter. Gloves and eye protection are a must. Important tip: let the motor rev up to speed before engaging lever. This allows full power application so you don't stress an under-revved motor and pop your circuit breaker.

Tom L. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

3/5

Performance

4/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, Easy To Store

Cons:

Bad Instructions

Power switch bad

By Leo

Michigan

Review Posted 09/25/2013

The power button went bad and I can't get one from the service department.

Leo Does Not Recommend This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

3/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

4/5

Value

3/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price

Cons:

Can't Get Starter Switch

Junk

By Ken E.

Panama, Illinois

Review Posted 09/16/2013

Will never buy another Earthquake log splitter, not a good quality product.

Ken E. Does Not Recommend This

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Manufacturer Response

Please contact our customer service department at 1-800-345-6007 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday so that we can help you resolve the issue.

We have more than 1700 service centers around the United States, and we are committed to making your experience a positive one.