How do I identify my chain?

How do I identify my chain?

Another ballpark method for checking chain wear is by measuring it with a ruler. Pick a rivet and line it up at the zero mark. Count 24 more rivets and your last rivet should be at the 12″ mark of your ruler. If it is off by more than 1/16″ your chain is stretched to the point of replacement.

What does 325 mean on a chainsaw chain?

Chain Sizing Breakdown 325 and three-eighths (. 375) pitches pertain to the spacing between the rivets. That spacing is important when you are cutting. The . 325 is a smaller top cutter and tie strap, which makes it easier for the saw to turn and draw less energy, particularly from the user.

What is most aggressive chainsaw chain?

404″ chainsaw pitch is the most aggressive chainsaw chain pitch for professional arborists.

How can you tell the difference between a 3/8 and 325 chain?

325 is a smaller top cutter and tie strap it is easier to turn for a saw . The 3/8 is a bigger top cutter and tie strap .

What does 3/8 mean on a chainsaw chain?

If you decide to measure the pitch yourself, just remember to measure between the middle points of 3 rivets on the chain, and then divide the number by 2. So, for a 3/8″ pitch chain, the measurement between three links would be 3/4″ (. 75″), which is 3/8″ (. 375″) when divided by 2.

What kind of chain does a powercare chainsaw use?

PowerCare’s Y57 chain is a semi-chisel 3/8 in. LP pitch chain with hardened, chrome cutters for fast, smooth cutting in dirty conditions. The 0.050 in. gauge is standard for most chainsaws. All PowerCare semi-chisel chain is a UL tested and approved for low kickback safety.

What kind of saw chain does Oregon use?

This product is only available through retailers or servicing dealers. The Oregon S57 AdvanceCut™ Saw Chain is for homeowners and occasional users who want a low-vibration and low-kickback saw chain. The Chamfer Chisel cutters’ twin cutting corners offer outstanding performance. These cutters are durable, easy to maintain and forgiving.

What makes a powercare semi chisel chain safe?

All PowerCare semi-chisel chain is a UL tested and approved for low kickback safety. PowerCare chain features the Centri-Lube oil distribution system. Centri-Lube pulls oil from the bar and distributes to the chain’s rivets reducing stretch, limiting field adjustments and extending the life of the chain.