Choosing a Panasonic hair clipper
All over the world, the Japanese brand Panasonic is known as a leading manufacturer of high-quality equipment, with functionality thought out to the smallest detail. The company also produces functional hair trimmers. If this topic is relevant to you, then you should familiarize yourself in more detail with the characteristics of popular and functional models of devices with nozzles.
Peculiarities
Hair clippers from TM Panasonic are distinguished by modern design and a variety of colors. All devices have a combined power system, which allows haircuts not only indoors, but also on vacation or on the road. The built-in battery allows the device to work for a long time without recharging. In addition, attachments are included for stylish hairstyles and precise edging.
During the cutting process, you can change the length of your hair without removing the blades. This is a very convenient option for both beginners and professionals. The knife block itself is made of durable stainless steel.
The device may be wet cleaned.
Model range overview
The manufacturer offers excellent quality at a reasonable price. The range includes an economical home trimmer and expensive professional tools for skilled and experienced hairdressers.
ER131
The leader in the segment of budgetary models of TM Panasonic. The average cost in stores is 1,700 rubles. The device allows you to create an even haircut at the declared speed of 6300 rpm. Suitable for treatment of any type of hair with the ability to set the length from 3-12 mm. The power of the machine is provided by connecting to the mains or from the battery. Wireless operation can last up to 40 minutes. Complete with oil, comb and a pair of attachments. The model combines an affordable price with decent quality.
Of the advantages, it is worth noting the small size, comfortable for the hand, and the corporate design. The motor runs quietly under the sturdy plastic housing. Interchangeable attachments allow you to adjust the length of your hair. The power cable is long enough. The battery is easy to change. The stainless steel blades ensure a flawless cut.
ER206
Autonomous operation of this economical model lasts 50 minutes, and the functionality has 12 possible hair length adjustments (2-18 mm) with only one attachment included. It is also easy to keep your beard in order with this machine. There is a trimmer charge indicator and a convenient branded case for storing it. Recharging time is 8 hours. The device is optimal for home use. Long-term battery life.
The knives are made with high quality for perfect cut lines.
ER1410
The device is from the middle price segment. In stores, this can be purchased at a price of 3500 rubles. For this amount, a compact Japanese machine provides powerful performance. Hair length can be set from 3 to 18 mm. Set with three attachments.
The peculiarity of the model is fast charging of a capacious battery. It will take an hour to fill the battery completely, you can work continuously for 80 minutes. Knives have a long service life without the need for sharpening. Removable elements fit snugly. Works at high power and hard strands. Convenient to use and store. The charger is equipped with a rather long cable.
ER-GP80
This model belongs to the premium segment (10,000 rubles). The costs are offset by a high rating, confirmed by a series of positive reviews. The device works for 50 minutes without recharging, and for a new haircut cycle it must be connected to the mains for 1 hour. The machine has a good shape, it fits well in the hand and will not slip out thanks to inserts made of rubberized material, which the other listed models cannot boast of. The length of the haircut is set from 8 to 20 mm. The functionality of the device is low, but it compensates for the premium quality to every smallest detail. There is a battery indicator. Enough power for cutting thick and coarse hair.
ER-GB40
Inexpensive, (about 2500 rubles) practical device with high power. Power supply is possible only autonomously, and the charging time is 8 hours, which cannot be considered a disadvantage, since the charge lasts for 50 minutes. The battery status is indicated by the battery indicator. The only attachment in the kit is compensated by the fact that the length is set to a range of as many as two dozen positions.
It is easy to clean the device as water treatment is allowed. The length of the hair when cutting is adjustable from 1 to 10 mm. If you want to reduce the minimum length to 0.5 mm, you need to stop at the ER-GB42 model, which is otherwise identical to this machine.
ER-SB60
A model from the premium segment (about 12,000 rubles). Works on battery power and via cable, from the network, in standalone mode it cuts for an entire hour. The weight of the machine is 180 grams, which makes it a lightweight device. The set consists of a pair of detachable attachments with 19 length adjustment options. Cleansable with water. There is a nozzle for detailed alignment. Differs in high quality materials and similar assembly.
Criterias of choice
It is worth noting that the price of a branded device cannot be very low. Therefore, it is important to shop only at specialized retail outlets. The actual convenience of using the clipper is considered to be the presence of a long power cable. With replaceable nozzles, the range of application of the machine is significantly expanded.
For lovers of frequent travel and outdoor activities, a device equipped with a capacious battery is ideal.
Type of food
Clippers differ in the type of food they eat.
- Network - functioning from the power supply network. They guarantee long-term trouble-free operation. Of the shortcomings, the need for the presence of a power source is noted, as a result of which it will not be possible to take the device, for example, on a long hike.
- Rechargeable - independent work after charging the battery from the power supply, which is convenient outside the house. The downside is the charging time (10 hours or more). Some models only work for 30 minutes without recharging.
- Combined - models combining the possibility of power supply and operation from the network and autonomously. This is the best option with the ability not to stop using the device through the power source after the battery is discharged. Accordingly, the cost of such devices is higher than all others.
Power
In terms of power, devices are of two types.
- Vibrating. Such models of machines operate at low power (from 8 to 15 watts). The power of work in some models can be adjusted using a special screw on the device. These machines are noisy.
- Rotary. They have a power in the range of 20-45 W and an internal cooling system that prevents the motor from overheating. These models have knives of a removable type, which easily and evenly cut off thick hair with a rigid structure. Of course, the price of such devices is much higher.
Appointment
Professional - hairdressing equipment for haircuts in salons. Endowed with multifunctional properties, which allows them to create edging and creative haircuts. The disadvantage of such models can be called the high cost, assigned due to the presence of an extensive set of functions. The main features of the professional hair clipper:
- long non-stop work;
- light weight and minimum vibration, which allows the hands of the master to get tired less;
- longer wire.
Household cars.They are considered the most suitable for regular use (haircuts for family members, grooming, etc.). This is a budget solution for those who wish to save money on a visit to the hairdresser.
There are devices with attachments for styling a beard and mustache, with blades that easily cut off dense and coarse male hair. Of course, if necessary, women are also trimmed with clippers.
Additional attachments and functions
When choosing a device for a haircut, it is important to think over for what purposes it is needed. If you plan to cut your hair frequently in different areas, it is better to purchase a trimmer with additional attachments. The attachments with which the devices are equipped are removable or retractable. The removable version is considered more convenient in the context of cleaning the device, and the second is compact in size. For a beard with a mustache, there are separate attachments for trimming the length and performing haircuts. The value of telescopic attachments lies in the convenience of determining the length of the hair without working with removable parts.
Panasonic models have chiselled knives made from stainless steel alloy with X-shaped sharpened blades at a 45 degree anglethat allows you to cut and trim your hair neatly at home. The blade unit is different in width, with a choice of up to six steps. Rotary-type devices are equipped with removable knives.
Different blade configurations allow you to work with thick and coarse hair, as well as create skillful patterns on the head. In some models, the speed of the blades is set using a switch, while in others it is automatic. Usually, high-speed cars are used by professional craftsmen.
On some machines there are additional functions in the form of a turbo mode, a moisture-resistant case, a backlight, a charging indicator of the device, the presence of thinning, and so on. In the process of selecting a hair clipper, you need to pay attention to what options a particular model has. On the one hand, their presence makes the use of the device more convenient, but at the same time its cost increases, in direct proportion to all additional parameters and functions.
Instructions for use
For the first haircut with the device, it is advisable to use the largest attachment so that it is possible to correct the haircut if necessary. The step-by-step application of the machine is as follows.
- Hair must be divided into zones: occipital, temporal and parietal.
- It is essential to use the largest of the tips with the blades facing up (for example, 15 mm - for the correct choice you need to check the instructions, where information about all combs is given). The haircut starts from the back of the head, from the area along the hairline, gradually moving to the temporal zone and completing the process at the crown of the head. It is desirable to drive the typewriter over the head smoothly, periodically combing the strands.
- Then a line of smaller nozzles (for example, 9–12 mm). She is repeated in the area of the temples and crown. For a smooth transition, the device should be pressed closer to the head in the occipital area, and as it approaches the crown, the tilt between the device's attachment and the head should be increased.
- Using a small nozzle (6 mm), treat the bottom of the occipital zone and temples with the device. At the same time, the hair is combed in different directions.
- At the end, the nozzle is removed, and the edging is made with the help of the machine.
If necessary, the bangs are trimmed with scissors. The remaining protruding hairs or missing strands are also cut off with scissors, or you can again walk through these places with a typewriter.
After cutting, it is important to clean the hair from the clipper.
In the next video, you will find a detailed review of the Panasonic ER-GP80 professional hair clipper.