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Chainsaws
Powered chainsaws are ideal for felling trees, heavy-duty lopping and pruning of branches, or for cutting logs and railway sleepers. For safety, it’s recommended that gloves, footwear, goggles and ear defenders be worn. A hard-hat should also be used, especially when cutting branches, and ideally never use a chainsaw above chest height. Before using your chainsaw always read and follow the safety instructions provided.
Petrol chainsaws
Powerful and versatile, they can go anywhere outdoors and are ideal for regular heavy-duty use away from a power source. They all have 2-stroke engines, which require 2-stroke fuel mix.
Corded chainsaws
Better for homes and gardens where a power source is readily available, though usage of electric chainsaws with long extension leads should be avoided. The higher the wattage, the more capable the chainsaw will be of maintaining a good chain cutting speed.
Features explained
Chain bar length
The longer the length of the chain bar, the larger the diameter of wood that can be safely cut. As a general rule, logs to be sawn should be shorter than the exposed cutting chain bar length, unless the operator is specially trained. If you only intend to use your chainsaw for lopping or pruning, then a shorter chain bar length is most suitable.
Chain cutting speed
Measured in metres per second (m/s), the faster the chain speed, the quicker the chainsaw will cut through timber. Whatever the speed, the saw should never be forced through as this may damage the chain. Always ensure the chain has stopped prior to putting the tool down.
Chain lubrication
An essential requirement, acting as a coolant and lubricant. Some chainsaws have automatic lubrication and oil level indicators, whilst others require manual oiling. For the effective running of your chainsaw, it is vital to use oil with the correct viscosity.
