How do you choose a leaf blower?
Choose a leaf blower
All leaf blowers blow away dirt and they all look alike. Still, they do differ in a number of ways. Ask yourself the following questions:
- Which type of propulsion do you need?
- Which jobs do you want to use the leaf blower for?
- Do you also want to vacuum leaves?
Which propulsion should you choose?
The propulsion is the way the motor of the leaf blower runs. You can choose from 3 types. There's a cordless leaf blower, a gasoline leaf blower, and an electric leaf blower. Each propulsion type has its pros and cons. The size of the garden, the job, and your personal preference all play a role. In the article below, we've listed the differences for you in a clear way.
Which air speed do you need?
The air speed is the maximum speed the air coming out of your leaf blower can reach. You can use air speeds up to 250km/h to blow away dry leaves in a small garden. For wet leaves in a medium-sized garden, you need an air speed between 250 to 300km/h. Everything above 300km/h is suitable for professionals who work in large gardens for long periods of time. Some leaf blowers have an adjustable speed. This allows you to adjust the speed to the job at hand.
What's a vacuum and shredder function?
There are leaf blowers that blow leaves as well as vacuum and shred leaves. You vacuum the leaves and they are then blown through the rotor. It spins at high speed and shreds the leaves. A metal rotor is more durable than a plastic rotor. The shredding ratio indicates how small the leaf shreds are. The shreds are then collected in a bag. The bigger the shredding ratio, the smaller the shreds will be and the more will fit in the collection bag. Keep the size of the tube in mind. Large leaves can get stuck and cause a blockage.
