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Chainsaws are, by all accounts, not the only cutting tool that provides cutting power when working with wood. Handsaws, for instance, are very effective in cutting wood but can take longer and are more strenuous than a chainsaw. Other tools such as electric and gas pole saws, wood-cutting circular saws, and reciprocating saws can also cut wood but are meant for specific projects. Chainsaws are designed for heavy woods with more power and speed than all these tools combined. But the cutting tools mentioned above are great alternatives to chainsaws for light and small projects.
Following are the different types:
Partner 351 manual chainsaw
The manual chainsaw is operated by a chain and bar while a user manually extracts cutting or sawing motions. Its operation can be further simplified through electric and gas saws, poles, and circulars. A common handsaw consists of a blade with teeth attached to a handle. It is classified into different types, such as a rip saw for cutting wood with the grain or a crosscut saw for cutting wood against the grain. Other hand saws include: Panel saw, Back saw, Miter saw, and coping saw.
Partner 351 Electric chainsaw
Electric chainsaws have become popular due to their less expensive and easy-to-use form and power compared to manual chainsaws. These are plugged into mains, while others use rechargeable batteries. Cordless electric chainsaws may have limited power compared to the gas variety but are good for lighter jobs.
Partner 351 pole chainsaw
Chainsaw poles are simple telescopic poles with chainsaw heads that can extend and reach high branches adequately. The length of a pole saw can be up to 10 feet or more, depending on the model. Some models can be tilted at the head, making it easier to slice branches at an angle rather than straight up.
Partner 351 gas chainsaw
Gas chainsaws are powered by gasoline. They have larger motors, more torsion, and can be utilized for more extended periods than electric chainsaws. They also offer more cutting edges, teeth, power, and strength. As a result, gas chainsaws are intended for heavy works such as felling trees, cutting large logs, and clearing vast woodlands.
Partner 351 Cordless chainsaw
There are also chainsaws that are unique for specific fashion carpentry techniques; e. g., bevel and sprocket rim chainsaws. The rim is a great help in creating different size angles. Bevel rims are used in creating a beveled edge of any wood. All these types of chainsaws are different, aiming to provide varying degrees of shaft and rim ratio cutting ability.
Partner 351 binary chainsaw
Corded electric chainsaws also possess other special characteristics that make them more advantageous in terms of certain aspects. Trigger locks are safety features that require the user to engage a button or lever before enabling the trigger, preventing accidental operation. Anti-vibration technology is situated in the handle and other saw body sections to reduce vibrations felt by the user's hands as they work. A turbo-ematic is where the chain runs on a special rim sprocket that helps distribute the logs or wood for better lubrication of the chain and lower friction. A rim sprocket operated turbo ematic helps spread the log or wood used within the chain for better lubrication and lower friction. Skirts are also adjustable on some saws; thus, the bottom part of the saw blade rim and teeth are protected and helped to guidesaw blades during transport and storage.
Bar length
One of the most important factors to consider when buying a chainsaw is the rhythm of the chain. It is the length of the bar that tells the user the type of project the chainsaw is ideal for. A chainsaw's motor will have minimal success if the motor rotates at a slow speed.
Motor power
Hence, it is paramount to choose a chainsaw with a motor suitable for the project. Electric chainsaws are powered by electric motors that deliver 1.5 to 4.3 horsepower. Gas chainsaws have better drive motors that deliver 0.5 to 5.5 wolves. Professional chainsaws offer power greater than or equal to 5 wolves for frequent use.
Partner 351 Ease of use and safety features
Chainsaws are dangerous pieces of equipment, therefore, to minimize risks, it is important to look for safety features. Modern chainsaws have low kickback blades, chain brakes, and protection covers. Operating chainsaws also has other helpful features that make it easy to control and reduce vibrations, making it more comfortable to work with. Chainsaws are subject to vibrations from the motor and if for an extended period, this can be uncomfortable and even dangerous. Anti-vibration features, such as special padding on the handles, absorb these vibrations to reduce the risk of fatigue and injury.
Project requirements
Numerous projects will determine the type of chainsaw required. Trimming small branches can achieve more minor poles and electric chainsaws; felling small trees does not require large chainsaws; 2-3 horsepower gas chainsaws are adequate; large and hard-wooded trees require cutting, large gas chainsaws, and chainsaws with great power, and only professional use are meant.
Budget
As for the chainsaw's price, electric saws can be obtained at a lower cost. A professional gas chainsaw may cost above $1,000. For the best, refrain from compromising on quality. Do not buy a low-cost saw from inferior brands because it will be less effective and less safe.
Regular maintenance of chainsaws, such as electric and pole saws, is relatively low and easy. But gas chainsaws require frequent changing of engine oil, air filter, and spark plug and refilling of gas. Lubricating the chain is very important. A chainsaw must cut wood, not burn it. If the chain is hot, it means it is dull and needs sharpening. Sharpening can be done by hand or a chainsaw sharpening machine. Chains break due to wear or hitting a nail or foreign material, requiring chain replacement. Chainsaws that are stroked or triggered have more wear than those that are idled. A lower RPM saw with no load is ideal when assessing wear. Holes, shiny/flat areas, and broken teeth are signs of a worn blade. Always replace a worn bar. A professional saw might need a new rim sprocket if the motor wears faster than the chain. Keeping the saw body clean prevents overheating and extending life. Saws are industrial machines and should be treated as such.
Partner 351 Cutting firewood
A chainsaw is ideal for people who want to prepare firewood for winter. It helps cut the logs into smaller pieces within less time.
Partner 351 Tree cutting
To fell trees, a chainsaw must be powerful and have a long bar—the larger the tree, the more power needed. Just as direction is crucial when cutting a branch with a handsaw, cutting a tree also requires a specific direction. The tree should fall in that direction, and the cut must be made on that side of the tree. A true professional partner 351 should only carry out potentially dangerous tasks relating to felling a tree.
Clearing wooded land
A chainsaw is ideal for clearing land by cutting and removing trees and bushes. It makes the task of clearing land faster and easier for builders and landscapers.
Pruning overgrown branches
Should branches interfere with construction or are risky to power lines and structures, pruning is the best way out. A pole saw can reach high branches that are hard from the ground without a ladder. Chainsaws are used to cut trees and coax efficiency in cutting the trees.
Partner 351 Maintaining wooded trails
A chainsaw is useful when maintaining hiking and biking trails in the forest by cutting overgrown trees and branches.
Partner 351 Limiting the spread of pests or disease
Sometimes, cutting down infected trees can help limit the spread of pests or diseases in an area.
A1: Using a chainsaw on frozen wood can be tough on both the chain and the bar. The teeth of the chain may dull and bend, and the bar may warp from the cold and extra force. It may also take longer to saw through the frozen logs, making the chain hot and needing more lubrication and sharpening.
A2: Yes, a chainsaw can cut a hardwood floor, but it's not the best tool for the job. Chainsaws are mainly for cutting trees and thick wood outside, not for small pieces or detailed cuts needed for flooring. Using a cordless jigsaw, reciprocating saw, or circular saw would give neater edges and be safer for cutting the right-sized hardwood boards for a floor.
A3: The ideal storage height for a chainsaw is 30 inches to 60 inches from the floor. This height keeps the saw at a comfortable level to see and work on it while protecting it from getting damaged or too dirty. It also helps keep the saw safely out of reach from children but still close enough for the owner to easily take care of maintenance and repairs when needed.
A4: Yes, a chainsaw with a long enough bar can cut through a 6-foot tree trunk. An electric chainsaw bar should be at least 24 inches long for cutting big trunks. Gas chainsaws are even better for this job. They can have bars over 36 inches long to slice through wide tree trunks like 6 feet across. Using a chainsaw with a longer bar allows the cutting of larger logs or trunks smoothly.
A5: The longest chainsaw chain is 110 inches, while the longest chainsaw bar is 72 inches. But a chainsaw with a bar this long is rare. Most chainsaws have bars like 16 to 36 inches. A chainsaw with a longer bar allows the cutting of larger logs or trunks smoothly.
