Cordless Pole Saw

There are many different designs of outdoor trimmers, and I will discuss the different power options that are currently available. It's important to think about the trimming and cutting needs you have and then keep in mind the advantages and disadvantages of the types of outdoor trimmers available.

Electric Trimmers with Power Cords

The main advantages of electric outdoor trimmers with power cords are price, maintenance, weight and noise level.

Typically, though not always, electric outdoor trimmers with power cords are the least expensive models available. Electric trimmers usually require less maintenance and weigh significantly less than outdoor trimmers with gasoline engines. Electric outdoor trimmers are also much quieter to use and they are better on the environment than gasoline.

The disadvantages of electric outdoor trimmers with power cords are restricted distance of use, lower strength than gas powered units, and the possible danger of cutting the power cord. The maximum cord length to use with an electric trimmer is 150 feet. The longer the cord, the more resistance there is in the current, which reduces voltage that can be hard on the electric motor.

Gas powered units can be substantially stronger than electric units, so electric units are better for smaller, light-duty jobs. You also need to be conscious of where you are dragging the power cord and avoid tangling or slicing the cord accidentally.

Electric Trimmers with Rechargeable Batteries

Electric outdoor trimmers with rechargeable batteries are also much quieter than gas powered models, but they weigh more than power cord units because of the added battery weight, and they usually aren't as strong as power cord models and typically only work for about 30 to 45 minutes before needing to be recharged.

Like power cord units, they are better for the environment, and the main advantage over electric models with power cords is the unrestricted distance you can travel with your trimmer.

Gas Powered Trimmers

The clear advantage of gas powered outdoor trimmers is the power. Gas powered models can tackle tough trimming jobs and you can move through your work much more quickly. The most obvious evidence for this is the fact that you don't see professional crews using electric units. They put many hours of work in, tackling tough, large jobs, and they want to work quickly and efficiently.

If you have a large property and do a lot of trimming, gas powered models are your best bet, but the main disadvantages are the noise, the fumes, and the extra work that gas powered engines require.

Propane Powered Trimmers

I have even seen propane powered units on the market. These units are for the environmentally sensitive users who also want the mobility and unrestricted movement of not having to use a power cord.

The main disadvantage of propane powered designs is keeping propane canisters in stock. They can run up to $5.00 per canister, and you cannot re-fill the canisters, though they are recyclable.

There are also other cool features and designs you may consider when purchasing outdoor trimmers. Some have adjustable handle lengths and interchangeable head capabilities that allow you to turn your grass trimmer into a hedge trimmer, or pole saw, or even a mini garden cultivator.

Think about the trimming needs you have, do your homework on what's available, keep the advantages and disadvantages of the various designs in mind, and remember to buy a good quality outdoor trimmer that will last you for years to come.

Dan Fenstemaker is an outdoor trimmers expert. For more great information on outdoor trimmers, visit http://www.inteletool.com.

Inteletool inventor Dan Fenstemaker hails from Ohio. A painting contractor, Fenstemaker wondered why other tool heads weren't available for his telescopic paint handle, so he designed then patented his own. At the 2009 National Hardware Show, the DIY television crew chose Inteletool to feature as one of its hot new tools on its "Cool Tools" show, which aired multiple times throughout the 2009 Thanksgiving weekend.

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Earthwise Corded Pole Saw $89.99 Earthwise Corded Pole Saw Easy to Use The Earthwise Corded Pole Saw makes reaching high branches easy. Protective Qualities: Rustproof Power Source: Corded Electric Blade Length: 8.0 " Safety and Security Features: Lock-Off Switch Used For: All Seasons Dimensions: Length: 59.0 "; Width: 8.0 "; Depth: 5.0 " Product Weight: 11.0 Lb. Ships Quickly! An American Lawn Mower Company Design The company was founded in 1895 by the family of Robert B. Kersey, the grandfather of the company's current president. The original facility was in Richmond, IN. The company moved to Muncie, In. in 1901. In 1936 American Lawn Mower Company purchased another push reel mower manufacturer, Great States Corporation in Shelbyville, IN. Today the company still operates out of the same plant and makes push reel mowers under both the American and Great States label with 50 employees producing 700 to 900 mowers a day. Garden.com is proud to present this truly American made line.

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