We choose a chainsaw to the cottage, from a light amateur chainsaw to a professional chainsaw
A modern summer resident is unlikely to manage without a reliable and powerful assistant chainsaw. It is necessary in many aspects of the arrangement and maintenance of the site and country buildings. A chainsaw will help cut down unnecessary trees, build a house or a bathhouse, prepare firewood for a stove or fireplace, make a beautiful bench or a wooden sculptural composition in all these laborious works. However, in order to use the tool only benefit and not inconvenience yourself and others, you need to correctly approach his choice. So, we will get acquainted with the various types of chainsaws, their functional features, technical characteristics and sales policy of the most famous manufacturers.
Content
- General characteristics of chainsaws
- Light amateur chainsaws video
- Farm Chainsaws
- Professional Chainsaws
- Expendable materials
- Protective clothing
- Useful Tips video
General characteristics of chainsaws
The production of chainsaws has an almost century-old history.
Continuous improvement of technologies and materials allowed achieving excellent results in ergonomics and operational characteristics.
An important parameter is the ratio of power to weight.
Leading manufacturers are struggling to increase this value.
One of the main differences between different classes of chainsaws is the motor resource the number of hours of operation at full throttle until the first overhaul.
If we assume that there is a constant source of fuel, then the saw with a constantly triggered trigger of gas should work out a certain number of hours.
Different manufacturers have it different, but this amount should not be less than a thousand.
The warranty period is considered from the motor resource.
Arithmetic is acceptable every day. saw It works for 8 hours, with full throttle at the same time half. 365 days for 4 hours is 1460 hours of full throttle. So, with a motor resource of 1,500 hours, one year warranty.
Since it is unlikely that someone in the country works 8 hours a day without interruptions, it can be assumed that a quality chainsaw will last much longer than the warranty period.
Light amateur chainsaws
Light amateur chainsaws are the most popular among summer residents due to their low weight and low cost.
Suitable for logging and carpentry.
Designed for daily work no more than 1.5-2 hours.
The power of amateur chainsaws is an average of 1.5 to 2.5 kW. Depending on the model and power, the cost ranges from 5 to 17 thousand rubles.
The most famous and best-selling brands are STIHL, ECHO, PARTNER, CHAMPION.
Farm Chainsaws
Such saws allow you to work on felling small trees, pruning branches and harvesting firewood, lasting from 2 to 4 hours a day.
They have a power of 2-3 kW and cost from 10 to 20 thousand rubles.
Manufacturers HUSQVARNA, STIHL, MAKITA.
Professional Chainsaws
Professional chainsaws are used in industrial logging and in cottage construction.
They can work all day in intensive mode.
Withstand various temperature conditions.
Power from 2.5 to 6 kW. They cannot cost less than 20 thousand rubles.
The cost of the most powerful chainsaws with a set of additional options (heating the handle and carburetor, electric start, etc.) reaches 50 thousand rubles.
Superiority in production at two firms STIHL and HUSQVARNA.
Expendable materials
Consumables for the operation of chainsaws include candles, chains, files for sharpening chains, tires (not wheels, but the canvas along which the chain moves), engine oil.
Oil must be taken only at a company store, as it mixes with gasoline and poor oil quality greatly affects the engine's service life.
Gasoline is required to be bought only at well-known gas stations and with an octane rating of no lower than 90 and no higher than 95.
The correct selection of the length of the saw bar is important. It must be remembered that without much effort it is possible to saw a log with a thickness equal to two tire lengths.
It is necessary to sharpen (or file) the chain in time.
The best option is used by several chains, changing as they become dull, then all chains are transported to the workshop, where they are sharpened on a special machine.
Protective clothing
Working with a chainsaw is a hazardous activity.
Therefore, manufacturers of chainsaws pay special attention to protection.
Dense gloves and overalls are protected from cuts, using several layers of special fiber as a protective material, when the chainsaw enters it, it stops.
You also need to use safety glasses.
Useful Tips
It is recommended to buy a chainsaw in specialized stores that have their own service center.
There you can get the most qualified advice and even try the tool at work.
In no case do not buy chainsaws from the hands in the markets!
Often there are counterfeit sellers offering supposedly branded chainsaws at metro stations and gas stations at half the price.
This is a blatant deception!
The most famous manufacturers are trying to sell chainsaws in company stores.
For example, STIHL prohibits the sale of its products in chain hypermarkets and on the Internet.
The price is also strictly regulated.
Before using a chainsaw, be sure to carefully read the instructions for use.
