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Does gauge matter on chainsaw chain?

by Rhyley Bryan

Does gauge matter on chainsaw chain?

The gauge measurement of a saw chain tells a pro user about the strength of a chain’s drive links. Thicker drive links are usually stronger, but they are heavier. Weight affects performance, and to maximize cutting speed, weight should be kept to a minimum.

What does gauge mean on chainsaw chain?

Gauge. This is the thickness of the drive links (the tooth-like underside of the chain that fits in the guide bar). The chain gauge is measured in inches and will usually be in the manual or on the chainsaw itself.

What is the most durable chainsaw chain?

BEST OVERALL: Husqvarna Chainsaw Chain 16″ .050 Gauge.

  • RUNNER UP: Oregon R40 AdvanceCut 10-Inch Chainsaw Chain.
  • BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Oregon S33 AdvanceCut 8-Inch Chainsaw Chain.
  • BEST FULL CHISEL: Forester Chainsaw Chain Loop, 24″ Full Chisel.
  • BEST SEMI CHISEL: Oregon S39 AdvanceCut 10-Inch Semi-Chisel Chain.

    • Which chainsaw chain is best?

    Full chisel chainsaw chain has squared, sharply pointed cutters that cut wood aggressively. They allow the chain to move through wood quickly, which is why full chisel chain often is considered the best professional chainsaw chain.

    What’s the difference between a.050 and a.058 chain?

    The wrong gauge (.050 vs .058) lets the chain lean over a little as it goes around the bar. That puts extra resistance against the motor, and the cutter is not attacking the wood at the angle it was designed to for.

    Which is the lightest gauge chain to run?

    The rule usually is: Run the lightest gauge chain that stays together and gives you decent service life. What Most Pro Users Run: Several years ago .063″ was most popular. Today, the trend is shifting toward .050″. .058″ is popular in some areas, but it is rarely used in the Pacific Northwest.

    How is the gauge of a chain determined?

    The gauge of a chain refers to the thickness of its drive links. It is determined by measuring the portion of the drive link that fits into the groove of the guide bar.

    How is the pitch of a saw gauge determined?

    It is determined by measuring the portion of the drive link that fits into the groove of the guide bar. It is usually expressed in thousandths of an inch: .050″ or .063″. The gauge measurement of a saw chain tells a pro user about the strength of a chain’s drive links.