Types of mounted cultivator

• Depending upon the flexibility and rigidity of tines, it is of two types:

A) Cultivator with spring loaded tines:

• A tine hinged to the frame and loaded with a spring so that it swings back when an obstacle is encountered, is called spring loaded line.
• Each of the tine of this type of cultivator is provided with two heavy coil springs, pre-tensioned to ensure minimum movement except when an obstacle is encountered.
• The springs operate, when the points strike roots or large stones by allowing the tines to ride over the obstruction, thus preventing damage.
• On passing over the obstruction, the tines are automatically reset and work continues without interruption.

B) Cultivator with rigid tines:

• Rigid tines of the cultivators are those tines which do not deflect during the work in the field.
• The tynes are bolted between angle braces, fastened to the main bars by sturdy clamps and bolts.
• A pair of gauge wheel is used for controlling the depth of operation.