Power Source | Heavy-duty logging (Industry), Residential gardening (Base), Large-scale operations (Advanced) | Industry: 18 HP diesel engine (ISO 8528) Base: 25 HP gasoline ▲ (ISO 8528) Advanced: 30 HP gasoline ▲▲ (ISO 8528) | Base: Higher power for residential use; Advanced: Enhanced capacity for large-scale tasks | Base/Advanced: Higher fuel cost vs diesel; Advanced: Requires premium maintenance |
Material Construction | Industrial use (Industry), Home use (Base), Heavy-duty (Advanced) | Industry: Aluminum frame (1.5mm, ASTM B209) Base: Steel frame (2mm, ASTM A36) ▲ Advanced: Reinforced steel (3mm, ASTM A533) ▲▲ | Base: Durable steel vs aluminum; Advanced: Extra strength for rugged use | Base/Advanced: Heavier than Industry’s aluminum frame; Advanced: Higher cost |
Noise Level | Residential areas (Base/Advanced), Industrial sites (Industry) | Industry: 95 dBA (OSHA limit) Base: 85 dBA ▲ (Quieter than Industry) Advanced: 75 dBA ▲▲ (Quieter than Base) | Base: Reduced noise for residential use; Advanced: Meets urban noise regulations | Advanced: Premium sound-dampening components increase cost |
Portability | Small farms (Base), Home gardens (Advanced), Industrial sites (Industry) | Industry: Stationary (no wheels) Base: 150 kg with wheels (ISO 7094) ▲ Advanced: 120 kg with pneumatic tires ▲▲ | Base: Movable via wheels; Advanced: Lightweight for easy transport | Base: Still heavy for solo users; Advanced: Requires flat terrain for tires |
Safety Features | High-risk environments (Advanced), Standard operations (Base/Industry) | Industry: Basic guard (ASTM F2075) Base: Guard + Emergency stop ▲ (IEC 60204) Advanced: Guard + Stop + Sensor ▲▲ (IEC 60204-1) | Base: Emergency stop adds safety; Advanced: Sensor-based auto-shutdown | Advanced: Requires training for sensor operation; Base: Limited to basic safety |
Customization Options | Diverse tasks (Advanced), Routine tasks (Base), Standard use (Industry) | Industry: Fixed settings Base: Adjustable feed chute (ISO 12100) ▲ Advanced: Variable speed + chute ▲▲ (ISO 12100) | Base: Adaptable to wood sizes; Advanced: Versatile for mulching/firewood | Advanced: Complex setup for multi-tasking; Base: Limited flexibility |