FELCO 73 - Pneumatic Pruning Shear - Progressive

FELCO 73 Pneumatic Pruning Shear - Progressive

The FELCO 73 is a high-performance pneumatic pruning tool engineered for professional users who demand precision, speed, and reduced physical strain during intensive pruning seasons. Unlike traditional "all-or-nothing" pneumatic shears, the FELCO 73 features a progressive trigger system, allowing the user to control the blade's movement with the same sensitivity as a manual tool. This model is designed for a wide range of applications, from viticulture to arboriculture, providing clean and effortless cuts in all wood types. Built with a forged aluminum body and premium Swiss steel, it offers the perfect balance of lightweight maneuverability and industrial-grade power.

Best For Professional vineyard workers, orchardists, and landscapers who require a power-assisted tool to manage large-scale pruning tasks while minimizing the risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSI).

Key Features

• Progressive Cutting Action: The advanced pneumatic trigger gives the operator total control over the blade speed and position, ensuring precise cuts and increased safety when working in dense foliage.

• Exceptional Power-to-Weight Ratio: Manufactured with a forged aluminum alloy body, this tool provides the force required for heavy pruning without the excessive weight of standard pneumatic shears.

• High-Performance Cutting Head: Features a hardened steel blade and anvil blade that deliver a surgical-grade bypass cut, promoting rapid wound healing in the plant and reducing the effort required per snip.

• Micrometric Adjustment System: FELCO’s precision adjustment bolt and nut allow you to maintain the perfect alignment of the cutting head for consistent, clean performance throughout the tool's life.

• Safety and Comfort: Equipped with a double safety catch and a swivel connection for the air hose to prevent tangling, ensuring a comfortable and secure workflow in the field.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland)

• Model: FELCO 73 (Pneumatic Progressive Shear)

• Cutting Capacity: Up to 30mm (1.2 inches)

• Operating Pressure: 7 to 15 bar (100 to 217 psi)

• Air Consumption: 24 to 50 liters per minute

• Weight: 710g (25 oz)

Ideal For (Uses)

• Large-Scale Viticulture: Ideal for day-long pruning in vineyards where manual shears would cause significant hand fatigue.

• Orchard Maintenance: Effortlessly cutting through fruit tree branches up to 30mm, ensuring clean cuts that protect the health of the tree.

• Commercial Landscaping: A robust power tool for managing thick shrubs and clearing woody growth in parks and large estates.

• Nursery Work: Providing the precision needed for repetitive grafting or shaping tasks where accuracy and speed are paramount.