How do I know if my chainsaw chain is bad?

The chainsaw pulls in one direction, which results in a crooked finish. Blunt cutting teeth on one side or uneven teeth lengths usually cause this. The teeth has hit rocks or dirt and broken. If you notice the tops of the teeth are missing you will need to replace the chain.

How can you tell when a chainsaw chain is worn out?

How often should you replace a chain on a chainsaw?

A chainsaw chain could serve you for more than five years if it is occasionally used, and still help you accomplish most of your tasks.

Do chainsaw chains need to be replaced?

Once the wear markers have been met it's essential to replace the chainsaw chain. Filing past the wear marker will greatly reduce the chain's cutting performance, and increases the risk of the tooth breaking off. Ideally you should reach the tooth and depth gauge markers at roughly about the same time.

Why does my chainsaw chain dull so quickly?

If your chain dulls quickly, then it could be a couple of things. Check your user's manual to ensure that you are using the right sized file for your chain. Alternatively, you could be applying too much pressure when you file. This will create cutting edges that are too thin and dull quickly.

How you can tell if your chainsaw chain needs to be sharpened

How do I know if my chainsaw blade is dull?

When cross cutting (against the grain of the wood) a dull chainsaw chain creates fine sawdust instead of coarse strands. The saw is producing smoke even when your chain is oiled and the chain tension is correct. The chainsaw produces an uneven cut. This could mean that your chain has dull cutting teeth on one side.

Does cutting ice dull a chainsaw?

Re: Cutting ice with Chainsaws

It also will rust your chain, clutch, and sprocket, unless you blow it completely out, re-oil all parts, and let it dry INSIDE. I can think of way more reasons NOT to use one to cut ice than I can to do it. Don't do it.

How long do chainsaw chains stay sharp?

On average, a chainsaw blade will retain its sharpness for about 3 hours of actively cutting through wood.

Should I sharpen or replace my chainsaw chain?

Sharpen before replacing

If your chainsaw chain becomes dull after a long lifespan, it will struggle to cut through the wood at the efficiency it once had. This is why, where possible, you should be looking to keep the will be chain sharp, as sharpening a better course of action than sourcing a replacement.

Why is my chainsaw blade smoking?

This most commonly is a result of a dull chain and exerting to much pressure on the bar and chain trying to make the chain saw cut. This could also be either a lack of bar and chain oil ( tank empty, restricted oiler hole ) or an inferior type of oil that is being slung off the chain and not lubricating.

What can I do with an old chainsaw chain?

How often should you oil chainsaw chain?

The chain saw should be oiled before each cut. For Manual Oiling System: Lubricate the saw chain by pressing the bulb on the oil reservoir cap twice before making each cut. Hold the bulb down for 3-4 seconds on each press. Automatic oiling system will keep the bar and chain constantly lubricated.

Why is my chainsaw burning the wood?

Smoking or burning wood and excessive chain rattle without any cutting are all strong signs that the chain is mounted backwards. If this is the case, discontinue use of the chainsaw immediately until the chain is reinstalled the correct way.

How tight should your chainsaw chain be?

A properly-tensioned chainsaw chain should still be just a little loose on the chainsaw guide bar, but the chain needs to be tight enough that you can't pull the drive links out of the bar nose.

Do new chainsaw chains come sharpened?

Yes, the chains of the chainsaw come sharpened from the factory when you buy a new one. There is no need to sharpen it before your first job. But even the sharpest chain for the chainsaws available in the market will lose their sharpness over time and grow very dull.

Is it worth sharpening a chainsaw blade?

Sharpening your chainsaw chain is definitely worth it as a sharp chainsaw chain is easier to work with. It takes less effort to cut through wood and your chain will make cleaner cuts with sharp blades. A chainsaw chain can be sharpened multiple times without much of a cost.

How much does it cost to have a chainsaw chain sharpened?

The cost is $21.95 per chain for sharpening on the saw which also includes dressing the bar.

What makes a chainsaw blunt?

If you're cutting through logs and your angle of approach is too steep, a simple cut through could nick dirt or even worse, rocks on the floor causing your chainsaw to jerk, thus dulling.

Is frozen wood harder to cut with a chainsaw?

It's not impossible to cut frozen wood with a chainsaw, but it is extremely difficult. Cutting wood requires a sharp chain and frozen wood will dull your chain.

Can you cut frozen logs?

With the colder winter temperatures, logs begin to freeze. Here are some helpful reminders to compete with the sawing challenges faced by sawyers during the harsh winter season. Sawing frozen and partially frozen logs or cants can be treated like sawing hardwoods.

Can you use wd40 on chainsaw?

To remove grease from the chain links, you will need to soak it in a mix of warm water and degreasing agent. We recommend using WD-40® Specialist® Fast Acting Degreaser and soak it for 10 to 15 minutes.