My wife has a lightweight Stihl string trimmer. Vibrations are her bane. And with the arthritis in my wrists vibration from a string trimmer causes pain for a couple of days.
So she asked for a light, low vibration, string trimmer.
She wants an electric model but its just not practical given the distances we would have to run extension cords. It would end up taking longer to wind up cords than to trim the fence lines, etc, and we have a few hundred feet of trimming we do.
So that leaves me with BATTERY models. Honestly not sure about a cordless string trimmer. But this one from RYOBI is light, idiot simple, and claims to have a 1 hour run time on their largest battery. I'm ONLY attracted to this because of the compatibility with my existing batteries and my other RYOBI power tools.
They make one that uses a DIFFERENT/non-compatible battery, but its heavier and the battery is, non-compatible. If I go with a non-compatible battery then I'd probably shop a different brand.
THOUGHTS? Anyone have any brand of battery operated string trimmer? Experiences?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ON...Cordless-String-Trimmer-Edger-P2080/206451828
So she asked for a light, low vibration, string trimmer.
She wants an electric model but its just not practical given the distances we would have to run extension cords. It would end up taking longer to wind up cords than to trim the fence lines, etc, and we have a few hundred feet of trimming we do.
So that leaves me with BATTERY models. Honestly not sure about a cordless string trimmer. But this one from RYOBI is light, idiot simple, and claims to have a 1 hour run time on their largest battery. I'm ONLY attracted to this because of the compatibility with my existing batteries and my other RYOBI power tools.
They make one that uses a DIFFERENT/non-compatible battery, but its heavier and the battery is, non-compatible. If I go with a non-compatible battery then I'd probably shop a different brand.
THOUGHTS? Anyone have any brand of battery operated string trimmer? Experiences?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ON...Cordless-String-Trimmer-Edger-P2080/206451828
Ryobi takes cordless to the next level with the 18-Volt Lithium+ String Trimmer. This string trimmer is designed to deliver cordless convenience without sacrificing power. With an 18-Volt 4.0 Ah Lithium+ battery pack, this string trimmer delivers longer run time and fade-free power. Ryobi also loads this string trimmer with convenient features like the 11 in. to 13 in. adjustable string width for ultimate cut control. The 90° pivoting head swings out for easy walk-behind edging, and the charger has your battery fully recharged in under 2 hours. All this performance and convenience backed by a 3-year limited warranty, makes this the perfect time to go cordless.
- Works with all Ryobi ONE+ tools and batteries
- Up to 1 hour of run time with the included 4.0Ah battery
- Premium 0.080 in. twisted single line
- Pivoting head for a simple transition to edging
- Variable speed trigger allows more powerful cutting or longer battery life
- 11 in. to 13 in. adjustable cutting width for longer run time or wider cutting path
Adjustable front handle for user comfort
3-year limited warranty