How to Buy Correct Chainsaw Chain Replacement (Chain/Bar Numbers Explained) Chain Sizes
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Choosing the right chainsaw chain replacement is crucial for optimal performance and safety. It involves understanding chain and bar numbers and selecting the appropriate chain size. In this guide, we'll demystify the process, helping you make an informed choice.
1. Understanding Chain Numbers:
Chainsaw chains come with a series of numbers that indicate their specifications.
The most common format is "Pitch-Gauge-Drive Links" (e.g., 3/8"-0.050"-72).
Pitch: The distance between three consecutive rivets divided by two. It's a crucial measurement that must match the sprocket's pitch on the chainsaw.
Gauge: The thickness of the drive links, which fits into the guide bar groove. The gauge must match the groove width on the bar.
Drive Links: The number of individual links that engage with the chainsaw's drive sprocket.
2. Chain Pitch:
Chain pitch determines the size and spacing of the chain's drive links.
Common chain pitches include 3/8", 0.325", and 1/4". Ensure the chain pitch matches the sprocket on your chainsaw.
Smaller chainsaws often use 1/4" or 0.325" pitch chains, while larger saws use 3/8" pitch chains.
3. Chain Gauge:
Chain gauge refers to the thickness of the drive links.
Common gauges include 0.043", 0.050", and 0.063". Ensure the gauge matches the groove width on your guide bar.
Larger chainsaws typically require thicker gauge chains for added durability.
4. Chain Length (Drive Links):
The number of drive links in the chain affects the fit and tension on the bar.
Accurately count the drive links on your old chain or check the chainsaw's manual for the recommended drive link count.
5. Matching Bar and Chain:
Ensure the replacement chain matches the length of your guide bar.
A chain that is too short or too long can lead to safety hazards and inefficient cutting.
6. Additional Considerations:
Choose the type of chain that suits your cutting needs (e.g., full-chisel, semi-chisel, low-profile).
Check if your chainsaw requires a safety chain for certain applications.
Consider the chain's quality and durability, as high-quality chains tend to last longer.
7. Consult the Manual:
Always refer to your chainsaw's manual for specific chain replacement recommendations.
It may provide guidance on suitable chain types, sizes, and maintenance.
Conclusion:
Buying the correct chainsaw chain replacement involves understanding chain and bar numbers, chain pitch, gauge, drive links, and ensuring a proper fit with your chainsaw's guide bar. Taking these factors into account will help you choose the right chain for safe and efficient cutting operations while extending the life of your chainsaw.
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00:46 - Why Chainsaw Bar Length may not be correct to quote to suppliers
01:02 - Why two Chainsaw Bars of the same length can need different sized Chains
02:18 - What information Chainsaw Chain suppliers need and where to find it.
02:46 - Pitch Sizes found on Chainsaw Bars
03:17 - What is the Pitch Size? Pitch Size Explained!
03:56 - Gauge Sizes found on Chainsaw Bars | Gauge Sizes Explained!
05:23 - Drive Links, What are they exactly?
06:44 - The 3 important pieces of information when ordering a Chainsaw Chain
Have you ever needed a new chainsaw chain, called a supplier, and realised there is far more to ordering a new chain than just quoting your chainsaw's Make, Model and Bar length? This is most probably not because you chose a bad supplier, it's because there is sometimes a specific set of numbers you need to quote to them before they are sure they are supplying you with the correct chain.
In this video I show you the which numbers are correct, and where to find them on your chainsaw.
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Absolutely brilliant! I’ve just taken delivery of a multi- shaft pole saw unit and after trying to lay in a “just in case” spare was about to tear my hair out in frustration. This demonstration saved my sanity and time and money ordering the wrong chain, which seemed very likely. MANY THANKS.
This man is so informative without useless waffle .
I can order the correct chain now I never knew what I didn’t know . But I do now .
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Brilliant explanation that takes away all of the 'mystique' and uncertainty from getting the right chain/guide bar.
Very well explained
I wish I watched this before spending over an hour trying to figure it out online. Great vid. Subbed up.
Great video. Maybe you can do a video on the advantages of using a wider bar vs the narrower bar, and what chains work best for each bar. Also the differences between chisel and semi chisel chain and when to use each.
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Very informative and easy to understand.
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awesome video explanation and also love the zoom in and clear step by step on how to get these numbers, thank you
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I absolutely love your style of video. The explanations of why things are the way they are makes it so much easier to understand. Thank you very much.
Awesome, thank you! I really appreciate it. Craig
I just found this video after buying a new Oregon 18inch chain for my Troy-Built TB4218 and the damn thing was to long. Turns out I need a 62 drive link and the one I picked up is a 68. I only looked for the inch size. I obviously only use a chain saw once in a blue moon. I did not know this information about chains...Now I do! Thank you!
Craig your videos are really quite good and very helpful. You address topics nobody I’ve watched even mentions. They just tell basic info where as you give the information and explain it and that’s what I like about your channel. There is so much I have learned from watching your channel. Thank You for sharing Artie 😊😊😊
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The absolute best video on this topic, thanks a million, my brother
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Excellent video, clearly and simply explained. I have a chainsaw user certificate and I so wish the instructor had been even half as good as you .
Thank you .
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You explained a lot to me, that I never understood before, thanks!!! Your words & descriptions & simplicity, without getting all technical, was major help for me! Sometimes people get so into the technical stuff, that I get lost in what I'm supposed to get. PERFECTION! PS I could never figure out which way to put the chain on, I had to just try it to see if it cut. NOW after UR Explanation, I GET IT! Thanks a Million times!!!😊
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8 minutes of video and one sheet of A4 paper - it turned out that this is all that I need to find out the type of chain or buy one - I've already tried it - it works great - thank you very much!
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Thank you for your awesome feedback. Go ahead and order new chains 😂. Craig 👍
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Thank you for the video. How much wider should the groove be than the thickness of the drive links? (that wording is awkward.) If the drive link measures 0.063, what should the groove measure (approximately)? My bar has no numbers, and it's a bit worn out, I want to squish it to tighten the groove.
Nice.
Thank you for the helpful information. But could you please tell me what the number on the chain link stands for. My bar shows 60 links, but is followed by (x) and a (3)on the picture of the link.
What about matching your drive sprocket to a different bar and chain? Would that have to be changed also?
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Is the mark on the bracket that lines up with the saw blade a tell that your chain is stretched out?
Thank you ! Very nicely explained ! I could not find the link for the sheet you showed at the end. Could you please, help? Thank you again.
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Many thanks indeed. Craig
Greetings Craig - Say for example you were going at a log and the chain got stuck and wouldnt rotate - and at that point - continued to throttle the gas in attempt to free up the chain and bar yet to no avail - in that attempt the saw began to experience smoking from the "Bar joint" / Cog region - The chain finally got free but my concern is - Smoke was experienced from an unusual region and my concern is - though the saw still appears to operate exactly as it did prior to this experience - should one worry about a newly developed wear one or more of the saw's components? This is a new saw. Thank you for all your deeply educational and comprehensive videos Craig - excellent explainations and instruction.
After doing some research - To confirm - it came from the "spur sprocket" region indeed - excuse the inexperience - A reply would be appreciated and greatly aid in the determination of or if what spare part to purchase etc - Trying to avoid a situation in where I'd have a compromised saw - in a situation where say additional saws/servicability is nonexistant.
What does the number stamped on the drive link mean? I have several chains with 72, 73,20,22 and were at one time on either Stihl ms 290 or a red Mac GZ550?
Can you please clear something up for me. Can I fit a 7 tooth drive sprocket for a 325 chain for a stihl 036. I know it has to be a 0.325 sprocket. Or does it have to be a 8 tooth.
Hi I have a question if the bar and chain match can you use any bar with any chainsaw. I see on Amazon I can buy a 20 inch .325 .050 80 for a 450 rancher but the new bar and chain says everything is the same except the drive links is 78 ? So does the drive sprocket on the saw motor have anything to do with the drive links ?
I have two 8”inch battery operated chainsaws. It says the chain is 1/4 (6.35mm). So now I know I need to count the drive length‘s but does the gauge really matter? In looking at Home Depot‘s website they have different gauges that says it’s for smaller powered chainsaws. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
i have an 18 inch husqvarna saw - i purchased 18 inch chains replacement and they are too short - is there a difference in length based on drive links? 62 compared to 72?
low profile chain vs standard which is better
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Thank. Anyone can help me with an issue: I've checked all data on bar and in chain saw manual (18", pitch 0,325", gauge 0,058", links - 72) - ordered new chain. How can it be old chain and new chain per perfect fit bar groove, but at the very top of the bar on sprocket curve it has too big spaces (though old chain don't have ones - fits perfectly on the curve too). What is wrong here ?
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Are all .325 bar narrow Kerf? I don't see anything that tells me this info: it is .325 .050 18 " but nothing about narrow Kerf or not?
Will any chain fit saw gear as long as chain matches bar ?
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be22-86-5811p printed on bar what does this mean
which gauge is the timberwolf echo chainsaw, 20 inch
It's 50 guage, not 58
Does this apply for a mini chainsaw
Yes the information here should apply to smaller chainsaws as well. 👍
So I got a new chain for my 20 inch saw..and got a 20 bar...dont fit. On the chain I counted 82 links...the packaging say 80 links? What up with that? And so a 20 inch chain don't fit a 20 inch bar..iam confused
Oh, it sounds like you've run into a bit of a mix-up with your chainsaw chain and bar! It can definitely be confusing, so let's see if we can sort this out together.
First off, the length of the chainsaw bar is generally referred to by its cutting length, which is the active cutting area of the bar. However, the actual physical length of the bar can be a bit longer than that. Now, regarding the chain, the most important thing is to match the chain to the bar's length, and more crucially, the chain's pitch and gauge must be compatible with the bar and the saw itself.
In your case, the chain having 82 links when the packaging says 80 could be a packaging error or a miscount. It’s vital that the number of drive links (those are the links you counted) matches what your bar is designed to handle. If there are too many or too few links, the chain won't fit properly, as you've discovered.
And yes, a 20-inch chain is designed to fit a 20-inch bar, but only if the other specifications (like the number of drive links, pitch, and gauge) align. It's always a good idea to double-check these specs when purchasing a new chain or bar. If possible, bring your chainsaw or the old chain to the store to ensure compatibility, or note down all the specifications from your saw and existing bar and chain.
Don't worry, this is a common issue and easily fixable. You might just need to exchange the chain for one with the correct number of links and compatible specifications. Once you have the right match, you'll be back to your cutting tasks in no time!
I hope this helps a little
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still dont have the width of slot i got all 3 right the bar wont fit slot is to thin
The bar on my Echo CS-6701 only says "EX20-50SG.
WTF does that mean ???
So frustrated as I still dont know where to get the bar length from.
Can you tell me what chain i need pls STIHL 12.83 319
3002. 000. 9223. 7. That's on my bar ?. Its an old stihl 08 s quick stop
What about a bar?
my bar has none of these numbers
FookinAce
Scroll to 2:30 …
can't get any of your links to open up
That is odd. Ive just tried them and they are working fine for me. I'm not sure why you cant open them. Sorry!
Chain measurements start at 2:24
Thank you
Thank you