Probably no need to talk again about why snowplows are needed for the home. With your own hands, such a unit, despite some design complexity, can even be made by a beginner. To do this, you need to acquire the appropriate material, a certain amount of patience and get to work. Why do it yourself? The equipment bought in the store is no doubt good, but such pleasure costs quite a lot. In any case, the end result will be the same, which is exactly what we need.
A little about the design
Before starting the assembly process, I would like to say a few words about how the snow blower works and what main parts and assemblies it consists of. All components are driven by an engine. The design includes screwblades or just an auger snow picker. In addition, there is an impeller assembly, it is located in the depths of the mechanism and is an impeller.
By the way, do-it-yourself snowplows for the home are not made as long and difficult as one might think. But in order for the assembly process to be as fast as possible, you need to have everything you need at hand.
The principle of operation of the machine is as follows: the engine transmits torque to the screw through the gearbox. He removes the crust and rows the snow to the rotor blade. Then the snow mass is sent to the outlet pipe.
Homemade snowplow for home: selection of accessories
If we are determined to assemble a snow blower, then we will need a certain tool and material, as already mentioned. At the first stage, it is important to choose the right power element, in other words, the engine. In general, it can be removed from anything, the main thing is to adhere to the speed indicator, which should not be more than 1500 rpm, although if a gearbox is provided, then this is not a problem.
Of course, the engine itself is useless. We will need to make a structure frame, which should, in priority, consist of a metal pipe and a steel corner. You will also need to make an auger and an impeller, although these items can be bought. If the design is two-stage, then a gearbox must be provided. It is difficult to make it yourself, but it will be possible to buy at an auction without any problems. Only after thatyour homemade snowplow will work. Now let's move on to the practical part.
How do-it-yourself snowplows for the home are made from a chainsaw
We have already figured out that we will take the engine from a chainsaw as a power element. It doesn't really matter what brand it is. Therefore, the technical characteristics of the motor can be ignored, the main thing is that it works.
Determine the type of snow blower in advance. It will be screw, rotary or two-stage. For example, the rotary model is the easiest to make. Even if you have no experience in such events, you will most likely cope with the task.
To assemble it, you will need a gasoline engine from a chainsaw, 2 mm thick steel is suitable for the rotor and blades. For the body of the unit, you can take steel and aluminum sheets of smaller thickness. The design is extremely simple. Through a chain drive, the engine transmits rotation to the shaft, which is connected to the rotor and mounted on bearings.
Snow blower screw design
In this case, the assembly process is somewhat more laborious. This is due to some factors, which will be discussed a little later. It is necessary to make a frame from pipes and corners. As for its size, you need to be guided by the dimensions of the engine. Since in our case we are talking about a power element from a chainsaw, which is small in size, a frame of 50x70 cm will be quite enough. In this case, it is desirablemake a ladle 50x30 cm.
The screw is made as follows. A suitable pipe is taken, in the center of which a 270x120 blade is installed. You also need to make screws. It is desirable to make them from rubber used in conveyor belts (transport belt) or steel. The latter option is more preferable. It is better to make screws and a blade from steel no more than 2-3 mm thick. Without a doubt, do-it-yourself snowplows for home can be easily made, you can see the drawings of it in this article, but it needs high-quality assembly.
About the design in detail
In this article, a lot has been said about the choice of a power element. If you plan to take the motor from a chainsaw, then the power should be in the range of 4-7 horsepower. Of course, deviations are allowed both in one direction and in the other. You probably know that many people prefer an electric motor. So, this is a pretty good option. But you need to understand that in most cases air cooling is used, which needs additional protection from snow. There are many ways to implement this.
As for the working area of the capture of the unit, 50 centimeters will be quite enough. Less is undesirable, more is possible, but not by much. In general, such a unit is not enough for continuous operation in difficult conditions, but to clear the road to the garage, workshop, etc. enough at home. Now let's look at how a simpledo-it-yourself snow removal equipment for the home. You can find a photo of this machine in the article.
Everything ingenious is simple
Roofing material is used as the auger body, and plywood is quite applicable for the sidewalls. Its thickness should not be less than 10 mm. If you take less, then the walls will not be the strongest, and therefore not very reliable. To make a quality frame, many experts recommend using a 50x50 mm corner, and it is better to make a handle from a ½ inch pipe. As for the shaft or suitable pipe, ¾ inch is the way to go. We have already figured out the location of the blade, so let's move on.
As for the operation of the mechanism, everything is simple. We have a two-way auger that moves the snow to the shovel. The latter throws it to the sides. Most likely, you will encounter the fact that the diameter of the bearings will be less than the diameter of the pipe, that is, our shaft. In this case, it must be re-sharpened to a suitable size.
Continue assembly work
Installation of a safety pin is necessary to exclude the possibility of ice pieces getting in. In addition, this pin can act as a belt guard, if you, of course, decide to use just such a gear. Again, if snowplows are made for the house with their own hands from an electric motor, then the air intake is protected from foreign elements getting inside. Naturally, the body of the unit is made a little larger than the screw. It is advisable to add a few centimeters on each side. If the chainsaw engine is involved somewhere else, then it is desirable that it be quickly installed and removed from the frame.
Helpful tips
I would like to draw your attention to the chassis of the car. Since the unit is planned to be used in severe weather conditions, it should be easy to work with. For example, do-it-yourself snow removal equipment for the home "Metel" has a wheelbase. This is very convenient, but not always. Especially if you need to buy wheels. In this case, it is much easier and cheaper to make skis. You can make them quickly and easily enough.
To do this, take wooden bars of the appropriate size and attach plastic pads to them for increased slip. Simple and convenient. Don't forget to install the swivel chute. It is necessary in order to direct the snow in the right direction. To do this, take a pipe with a diameter of about 16 cm. In the end, you should get a kind of channel from the auger itself.
Conclusion
So we talked about how to make a snowplow yourself. As you can see, there is nothing complicated here. You will need a certain number of fasteners, a welding machine and a little patience, since not everything always works out the first time. For example, it is better to make a motor platform from 25x25 corners and install it by weldingin the appropriate location on the frame.
But you choose the method of attaching the engine to the platform yourself. If the design is quick-detachable, then detachable fasteners are used, if not, then the engine is mounted rigidly. In principle, now you can proceed directly to the assembly, since you have familiarized yourself with the theory.
