Any experienced cottager knows how important it is to sow the culture. After all, the final result directly depends on the quality of sowing. In order to harvest garlic was at the proper level, there is a special seeder. It helps to facilitate manual labor, while providing an excellent result.
Appearance and principle of operation of the device
The device has a comfortable and functional design, which was created in order to optimize human labor, making it easier and more productive.
The mechanism consists of the following elements:
- frame with iron casing;
- chain;
- star;
- gearbox;
- container (capacity for inoculum).
In order for garlic cloves to be distributed in one uniform layer, the planter is equipped with special metal discs. Different models may contain 1 or 2 wheels to move the mechanism. The presence of two wheels makes the device more stable, so it is better to buy just that. 
Principle of operation:
- The seeder makes a furrow in the ground with a depth of 15-20 cm.
- Simultaneously with the first stage, the garlic clove is automatically captured and gently dipped into the ground.
- Some models of devices have a container with water for irrigating garlic immediately during planting.
Different types of planters are able to do simultaneously from 1 to 5 or more rows. During the work with the device it is necessary to pay attention to some important points of its operation.
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A quality mechanism should:
- provide even rows that will be at the same distance from each other;
- avoid empty or tightly seeded places;
- place the cloves at the same and correct depth.
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The main types of planters
There are various models of this device in the modern market, but they all differ in the main principle of operation. They can be manual or join the motoblock, and can also sow a different number of rows: from 1 to 5 and more. It depends on the specific needs of the person and the amount of work necessary to perform.
Manual
This is a simpler version of the device, easy to use, but requiring some physical effort from a person. The seeder will need to be adjusted manually, in the same way to transport it to the site and apply forces for movement in the process of sowing. It is a budget option, besides does not require additional materials.
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Motoblochnaya
Motoblock - one of the main elements of various agricultural equipment. For this type of device, any of the simplest tillers of domestic or foreign production will be suitable.
This type of seeder is very easy to use, because such a unit significantly minimizes manual labor. But? Using this type of device, do not forget about the need for regular refueling. 
How to choose a planter for your site
In order for the planter to properly perform the tasks assigned to it, its design must meet the main criteria.
Operating principle
All types of devices (manual or with a walk-behind tractor) work on the same principle. The mechanism creates a furrow in the soil, places a clove of garlic and sprinkles it all with earth. Some models watered fresh water landing.
In principle, the work is nothing complicated and it is not different from the actions of man. But the car will do it faster than it will save a large amount of time and effort to the person.
Seeding type
When choosing a planter you need to pay attention to such an indicator as the type and accuracy of seeding. Manufacturers indicate the error with which the device can work. This is an important criterion for selection, as it directly affects the quality of the future harvest. The greater the accuracy, the better the drill will work. 
Performance and number of rows
Depending on your needs, you can choose models with different numbers of rows (from 1 to 5 or more). There are also models with removable containers, which makes it possible to adjust the number of rows. This directly affects the productivity, because the more the machine sows in one pass, the faster the necessary piece of land is processed.
Weight and dimensions
Since the device consists of metal parts, its weight is impressive. More simple manual models can weigh up to 10 kg, but larger units weigh 70 kg or more. The same applies to the dimensions. The more rows the machine sows at the same time, the greater its size and weight.
Country of manufacture, price
In specialized stores you can find the mechanisms produced by different countries. There are a lot of domestic brands on the market. As for the price, it ranges from very budget to more expensive. It depends on the size, type of planter and the quality of materials. 
Important! Before you buy a garlic planter, you need to accurately determine your needs. Otherwise, the purchase may be useless or not fully meet your desires.
Popular models on the market
There are many models of this device on the market and every year more and more new ones appear. There are both large drills for large farms and compact devices for private use.
Seeder for garlic 1 row "ЧС1"
This model has the following characteristics:
- walking tractor capacity of 6 liters. with.;
- the need for preliminary soil preparation and calibration of garlic cloves (15-25 mm);
- container capacity - 10 liters;
- various landing steps in a row (110 mm, 125 mm, 140 mm);
- adjustable depth of landing - 60-80 mm;
- weight - 20 kg.
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Seeder for garlic 2-row "ChS2"
Before working with this planter, you must first prepare and process the soil, as well as calibrate the cloves of garlic to 15-25 mm in advance.
The characteristics for this model are as follows:
- equipped with a walker capacity of 6 liters. with.;
- adjustable width between 2 rows - from 200 to 400 mm;
- container capacity - up to 8 kg;
- planting depth - 60-80 mm;
- per 1 meter sows 7-10 teeth;
- weight - 44 kg.
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Seeder manual SMK-3 VPS27 / 1-10 / 4
This model has the following characteristics:
- simultaneously sow 3 rows;
- row spacing is 120 mm;
- in addition, you can install planters for other crops;
- used on pre-prepared soil;
- sowing depth is 10-30 mm;
- weight - 3 kg.
Seeder motor-block 4-row TM "ProTek"
This seeder can be characterized as follows:
- for its work it is necessary to prepare the soil in advance and calibrate the garlic cloves;
- the model has the ability to adjust the ejection hole from 2 to 16 mm;
- consists of composing sections, so the number of rows can be from 1 to 4;
- has an adjustment of the frequency of opening the gutter;
- container volume - 5 l;
- depth of sowing is from 10 to 100 mm;
- weight - 60 kg.
4-row garlic planter "ЧС4"
This model has the following characteristics:
- the soil must be prepared in advance, and the garlic cloves are calibrated;
- capacity for planting material is 10 liters;
- the model works steadily on uneven ground;
- has a different pitch (110 mm, 125 mm, 140 mm);
- depth of landing is regulated from 60 to 80 mm;
- width between rows is set depending on the needs (200-530 mm);
- weight - 73 kg.
Important! You should buy a garlic planter in checked specialized stores, where you will be given a guarantee and all the necessary documents for the unit.
How to do it yourself
The planter, which you made with your own hands, has a number of advantages over the purchase:
- price - even if you do not have all the necessary spare parts, then buying them will be significantly cheaper than buying a ready-made seeder;
- universality - having made several removable containers, you will be able to sow not only garlic, but also other cultures;
- convenience - creating a design, you can equip it as convenient as possible to fit your requirements.
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Before you start collecting the device, you need to:
- think over exactly what functions will be assigned to it;
- make schematic drawings or take ready-made ones as a basis;
- decide which parts you need to buy and purchase them.
In order to create a good manual planter, you need these details:
- container for planting material. For a better fit, the tank should have a second bottom. A special movable plate with a hole is placed in it (it must coincide in diameter with the inlet and outlet hole). This plate regulates the flow of outgoing seeds;
- shaft for rotation;
- brushes that are mounted on the shaft and seize garlic cloves for planting;
- 1 or 2 wheels (depending on the idea);
- a vomer to make a furrow of necessary depth and width;
- handles for the whole structure, which will allow you to conveniently control the drill.
If you are experienced enough and skillful, then you can make a device with any motoblock. This will further facilitate the sowing process, because you will only be required to direct the unit in the right direction.
All design elements are connected according to the drawing and are customized to the individual user requirements. If you do not grow garlic in large volumes, then this option is just for you. It is convenient, easy to use and very economical.
The ability to facilitate physical labor while increasing productivity and productivity is a big plus that modern technologies provide us. This greatly simplifies the task of a person in trying to optimize his time and efforts spent on farming.
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