Wood splitting tongs – Woodcracker W1800

Engineering and Design: Extreme Durability in Hardox®
True to the “engineering for the woods” philosophy, the Woodcracker W1800 is manufactured entirely from high-strength Hardox® steel, allowing it to withstand the most extreme mechanical stresses. To resist humid environments, it features a KTL (cathodic dip-priming) treatment and powder coating, offering industrial-grade corrosion protection. Its premium pin bearings ensure smooth operation and a long service life with very low maintenance.

Performance and Feed: Westtech’s Raw Power  
The W1800 is the titan of the range, featuring a 1.8-meter opening capacity that allows it to engage and divide the most massive logs. It exerts a splitting force of 47 tons at 240 bar, which can be increased up to 300 bar depending on the carrier machine’s hydraulic settings. Its design enables a simple Plug-and-play connection, integrating seamlessly into the hydraulics of heavy-duty base machines to deliver powerful work cycles and unbeatable profitability on-site.

Biomass Quality and Versatility: Natural Energy Efficiency
Using the W1800 enables a natural wood seasoning (drying) process; by splitting the logs, the inner surface is exposed to the air, drastically increasing biomass quality and its energy value. Thanks to its geometry and robustness, this tool is multi-functional: it can be used as a loading gripper to handle, organize, and supply heavy logs directly to chippers, eliminating downtime.

Fleet Compatibility

This attachment is engineered to maximize the performance of heavy-duty carrier units.

• Base Machine: Crawler excavators, wheeled excavators, and heavy-duty material handlers.
• Carrier Weight: Recommended for vehicles between 25 and 35 tons.

Hydraulic Requirements:

• Recommended pump flow: 100 – 190 l/min.
• Recommended operating pressure: 240 – 300 bar.
• Options: Available with a continuous (infinite) rotator for flexible application from any angle.

Do you need a specific configuration? Contact us for a custom consultation to optimize your production.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can the W1800 split logs larger than 1.8 meters in diameter? Yes. The 1,830 mm opening determines the size of the final split piece, but it does not limit the maximum log diameter. The tongs can attack thicker logs from the side or through successive passes until they are fully divided.    

2. How does using these heavy-duty tongs improve profitability? By splitting the logs, the material seasons (dries) naturally, which raises its market value for biomass. Additionally, it greatly facilitates the feeding of chippers that otherwise could not process such massive logs.

3. What maintenance does a machine of this size require? It is a low-maintenance machine. The use of Hardox® steel minimizes blade wear, and the premium pin bearings are designed for a long service life with standard periodic greasing.

4. Is it possible to load trucks with the W1800? Absolutely. The Woodcracker W1800 functions perfectly as a loading gripper, allowing the operator to handle and organize heavy logs with total safety and precision.

5. What are the advantages of the optional rotator? The infinite rotator allows the operator to position the tongs at any angle, which is vital for engaging poorly stacked logs or working on uneven terrain with total flexibility.