How to choose a chain for electric saws

The performance characteristics of electropliers are largely determined by the way you use the saw chain. Even the best professional tool will not show a tenth of its abilities, if it is installed counterfeit.

In addition, this approach to the case fraught with a complete failure of the mechanism. So how do you choose a chain for electric saws and what are the nuances in doing so?

First, you need to look at the following important characteristics:

• Number of links;
• The "step" of the chain;
• Dimensions and thickness of the leading link;
• manual.

It's regrettable, but our fellow citizens do not consider the last point important. This leads to the fact that a qualitative chain for amateur class electric saws is worn on a semi-professional tool - and as a result, it quickly fails. The result is spoiled nerves and not only. Remember that if the manufacturer has enclosed the instruction in the package, then it already speaks in his favor, and it must be studied.

Let's return to our chains. So, the number of links. This parameter is calculated from the inner teeth located on the rear side. The more of them, the more the chain for electric saws is suitable for "fine work".

However, the appointment is much more influenced by the step. It is calculated as follows: take three rivets located one after another, measure the distance between them (in inches, sadly) and divide by two. There are chains of the following sizes: 1/4 ", 0.325", as well as 0.404 "and 3/4". Often there are chains on 3/8 ".

If you bought a chain for electric saws with an index of 1/4 ", then before you are typical products for cheap amateur tools. A step of 0.325 "and 3/8" most often can be found in well-known manufacturers, as this is the standard size for quality amateur and semi-professional (some) models.

Speaking about the sizes of 0.404 "and 3/4", it should be noted at once that these are professional options. Thus, the chain for the Makita electric saw with one of these indexes is designed for heavy operating conditions for a long time (as far as possible for electric models).

But here we should make a digression and say that such saws in themselves are rarely used for the professional felling of the forest. Their main purpose is carpentry and carpentry, in which they have no equal. For such works, the small step of the saw chain is best suited, since such a working surface leaves the most smooth and accurate cut.

A large step provides a quick and easy file, but the edges are much ruffled. Because such chains are suitable only for roughing the material.

Once again, let's say about the instruction, which often refers to the purpose of the purchased products. So, it can be labeled "carbide-tipped". Seeing it, do not be surprised at the cost of the goods. Carbide chains "Oregon" for electric saws make it easy to handle even the hardest, knotty and sinewy wood. They are extremely durable, but for this you have to pay the price and maintainability: in everyday life it is almost impossible to sharpen them. But for the period when one such chain is worn out, you will change two or three ordinary ones, so that not everything is so terrible.