How do tree wedges work?

These wedges are also known as winter wedges. They have angular points on them that allow for biting into the tree stump. When used for felling, these are placed in the back-cut to overcome the leaning forces of the tree. Thus, the lift created sends the tree being felled in the direction the user requires.

What is a tree felling wedge?

A wedge is almost as essential to tree felling and bucking as a chainsaw. When properly placed, wedges help keep the tree from pinching your chainsaw bar, and helps the tree to fall in the direction of the notch cut. With proper placement, wedges help keep the tree from falling backward or pinching your chainsaw bar.

How do you get a tree to fall the way you want?

Move away at an angle of 45 degrees from the back of the tree’s falling direction. In other words, if the tree is falling in the direction you planned, move away from the tree at a 45-degree angle from the center of your back cut.

How do you put a wedge in a tree?

First, I cut the notch as normal, with the notch face pointing in the desired direction of tree fall. Then I start the felling cut and stop when there is just enough room in the back cut to insert a wedge without it touching my chain. I position the wedge so that it points in the direction I want the tree to fall.

How many wedges do you need to fall a tree?

For smaller trees, one might be sufficient, but for bigger trees you may need three or four. The more wedges you use, the greater the leverage to tip the tree over. Here is the process I use. First, I cut the notch as normal, with the notch face pointing in the desired direction of tree fall.

Why do you need Stihl tree splitting wedges?

Wedges also help to protect you and your equipment. With proper placement, wedges help keep the tree from falling backward or pinching your chainsaw bar. Like all STIHL products, these wedges can take a beating.

Why do you need a wedge for a chainsaw?

Sign up for our newsletter to hear about offers, tips and upcoming events. A wedge is almost as essential to tree felling and bucking as a chainsaw. When properly placed, wedges help keep the tree from pinching your chainsaw bar, and helps the tree to fall in the direction of the notch cut. Wedges also help to protect you and your equipment.