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The EGO Power+ BCA1220 12” Carbon Fiber Shaft Brush Cutter Attachment deserves its own page and its own review. It is one of many attachments available for the EGO Powerhead system of high performance battery powered tools.

If you have used string cutters successfully up to the point of frustration, and want something capable of heavier weeds, bushes and undergrowth; then you should check out this brush cutter. The metal blade cuts through thick brush that is too large for string cutters and too small for chain saws.

My next purchase for the Powerhead system will likely be the pole saw, but this brush cutter attachment probably sees more use than any other EGO product that I own. The brush cutter and Powerhead combo is a great starter kit for the EGO system of battery powered tools.

What does the Powerhead do? Well, not much until you add this!

The powerhead is just the start of a very versatile system of specialty tools and attachments.

An friend remembered seeing an old Johnny Carson skit, “Dickey The Stick” and started to poke a little fun at the EGO Powerhead; but I had the last laugh when I added batteries and the brush cutter attachment. What a fantastic combination! The brush cutter tackles that tough growth that string cutters don’t even scratch.

My wish list is growing. I do want the string cutter, the extension pole, the pole saw and probably one more battery.

There are two versions of the Powerhead (1400 and 1420). The difference in price is small and you may want to consider the 1420 upgrade like I did. Be sure to shop the combo packages at Amazon. You can sometimes save if you get the Powerhead, batteries and attachments as a promotional bundle.

DO NOT BUY THIS, UNLESS…

Chainsaws are not toys, right? Only if you are willing to put in the time and effort to learn how to use these powerful tools safely and correctly… only then should you consider the EGO 16 Inch battery-powered chainsaw. But if you are ready to make that commitment, I think this is the one to get. I bought one and have zero regrets

I did all my homework. I watched you-tube videos. How to adjust the chain tension. How to properly fill the lubricating oil reservoir for the chain. How to top cut, undercut and notch cut. After several “clean-up” projects with some very large fallen trees, I am even more confident that I made the right decision to purchase this product.

There are safety features, but you have to learn how to use them. Electric is instant start when you pull the trigger and instant stop when you release it. There is no “pulling on a string” to start it up and no engine heat from combustion exhaust. (Don’t forget though – the chain is always sharp even when the saw is not operating.)

A lightweight battery lasts me about 30-45 minutes and recharges in about the same amount of time. I would rather have two of the smaller EGO Lithium batteries instead of a single heavier one with high capacity. They only take a few seconds to remove and replace.

The tool is easier to handle with the lighter battery, and let’s face it – A short break every so often to swap a battery and drink a little water is not a bad thing when you are working outside in the summer sun.

This saw was my first purchase of an electric yard tool. I knew that the first purchase of a battery powered replacement for the old “oil and gas” powered tools was important. Each manufacturer has their own proprietary batteries and charging systems.

My time spent in brand research paid off. The EGO saw performed exactly as I expected. I then felt confident enough in the EGO product line to buy two more of their compatible products that use the same battery/charger system as the chain saw. (See this: EGO Cordless Electric Variable-Speed Blower EGO Cordless Electric Variable-Speed Blower ‣ My Excellent Choices)

UPDATE:

This is still working after four years. I just changed the battery, and I can’t remember the last time I did that. This Radon monitor just works for months at a time!

August 31, 2020

We ordered a couple of “sample and mail” radon kits for Radon surveillance from a highly recommended company with an excellent reputation. . This battery powered Radon detector was placed in the same general area at the same time as samples were collected for lab processing.

When the commercial lab results came back, we were pleased to see that the results from this electronic Radon detector were comparable, and provided a continuous 24×7 monitoring solution.

It is small, and is placed on a wall at eye level in an area that is not exposed to drafts. The batteries last for months and the light weight allows it to be placed almost anywhere with only a small picture frame tack.