STARPLUS PRECISION SMALL SEED DRILLS
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PRECISION SMALL SEED DRILLS

Designed to give uniformity of seed depth and seed soil contact to ensure regular and even germination in all soil conditions. Infinitely adjustable depth control via the handle allows precise setting of the seeding depth which can then be locked in position in work. Parallel links – a robust maintenance free parallel linkage design allows the entire row to float and maintain constant contact with the ground Weight take-off spring allows the weight of the unit to be reduced – especially useful when working on softer ridges or beds. Double sided chassis houses front and rear wheels which...

PLANTING LAYOUTS The machines can be specified for any number of different types of planting either in flat field conditions or on ridges and beds. Each row can be specified to achieve a wide variety of different planting patterns. ROW UNIT POSSIBILITIES Single Line NUMBER OF ROWS / NUMBER OF LINES Triple Line Double Line Quadruple Line RIDGE DIMENSIONS MACHINE LAYOUT POSSIBILITIES Flat Soil WHEEL TRACK / WIDTH Flat Bed The wheel units can be adjusted in height to enable planting on flat ground or on beds/ridges. PLEASE NOTE: Minimum row width is determined by the wheel options chosen. g f...

THE METERING UNIT AND OPTIONS 3 The industry leading Stanhay small seed vacuum metering unit has been continually developed and improved over the last 30 years to give unmatched versatility and performance in the field. The only system currently available capable of distributing 1, 2, 3 or 4 lines of seed from a single metering unit. A large area of the disc is viewable to aid initial setup and check performance. Highly accurate, durable and corrosion resistant alloy castings Easily adjustable agitator system to ensure seed keeps flowing and does not bridge. They are easily replaced and...

The selection of the correct seed disc is vital to ensure hole size matches the seed type and size; the number of holes in the disc and the number of lines planted per row. THE METERING UNIT SEED DISCS The Stanhay thin seed disc flexes to form a perfect seal and ensures high air velocity around the hole for excellent seed pickup while minimising the opportunity for holes to become blocked. Seed discs are available in a huge range of configurations to suit every seed type and seeding system. The only system currently available capable of distributing 1, 2, 3 or 4 lines of seed from a single...

CLOD DEFLECTOR SEED PRESS WHEELS Clod Deflector Cage Wheel Stainless Steel Description Floating clod deflector to clear row ahead of front wheel Description For use on soil prone to capping. Leaves a broken surface on the seed bed. Rubber scraper kit included. Recommended for general purpose drilling work. Leaves a flat surface behind the drill. Plastic scraper kit included. Convex shaped zero pressure rubber wheel. Suitable for single line work and stickier soil conditions. Metal scraper kit included. Flat square edged zero pressure wheel suitable for multiline planting in sticky...

SINGLE LINE Replaceable cast base. Recommended for fine, cloddy or stony seedbeds: (for use where hyline chassis configuration is not achievable). Single Line Universal Cast Tip Replaceable cast tip. Stainless steel side plates. Recommended for general purpose work. Single Line Universal Ceramic Tip Replaceable ceramic tip. Stainless steel side plates. Hard wearing. Recommended for sticky and/or abrasive soils. Replaceable cast base. Recommended for fine clean seedbeds: (deep fin shoes produce minimum soil disturbance). Single Line Hyline Ski Replaceable polymer base with replaceable...

DRILL TOOLBARS Stanhay can provide a range of different toolbars to suit a huge range of machine layouts whether it be rigid, folding or designed to fit behind other cultivation equipment. Frames are available from the smallest 2 row machines up to over 20 rows with working widths from 2m to 6m+. All frames can be completed with road lighting kits. Folding toolbars all achieve a transport width of under 3.5m and can be equipped with full road lighting. COMPACT FOLDING TOOLBAR The smaller of the two folding frames this is suitable for layouts with wider row spacings and allows a shorter...

DRILL COMPONENTS Stanhay seed drills can be configured to suit almost any planting layout and crop. From the metering units and seed discs to the row units and frames, everything is uniquely configurable to the customers’ requirements. This section details the options available for land wheels and fans together with accessories that include fertiliser applicator frames and road lighting kits. LAND WHEELS RIDGE WHEELS SPRING LOADED DRIVE WHEEL For toolbars and stands see pages 14 & 15. For use when drilling on ridges. Guides the drill and ensures the row units follow the top of the ridges....

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Planter type Seed type Multiline capability Hopper capacity (litres) Minimum seed spacing Min/max seed size Min/max number of rows per machine Minimum line spacing Approx row unit weight Depth control Infinite control Coverer options Wheel options Stainless / cage / rubber Seed press wheels available Row unit down force adjustment Drive system 28 Speed chain drive Landwheel tyres Linkage category SPECIAL PROJECTS TEAM Specialist growers often require drill configurations or combinations that are built to suit their crop. 96 Line 3 bed air drill with front mounted...

Stanhay leads the world in the design and manufacture of precision seed drills for every kind of crop. Our reputation is built on innovation, quality and performance that delivers the results growers expect. BCS House, Pinfold Road, Bourne, PE10 9HT, UK T: +44 (0)1778 392 303 E: info@stanhay.com