File Size Matters

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Жыл бұрын

Chainsaw Sharpening everyone has a process and an opinion. Does it really matter what size your chainsaw file is? Well, YES. I think you'll find the information interesting as to why,,,, Good Sawing!
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@whjerts 11 ай бұрын

A dull tool is a dangerous tool. Keep ‘em sharp!

@sadydelapp-quiverlifesound9581 Жыл бұрын

This was a great video. Gave me a lot more questions to find answers to though. I have been using a chainsaw for 6ish years and just starting this last year to start to see all the complexities of it all, as well as begin to understand some of the principles. I have files from 7/32 down to 1/8 for different chains. The last few months I have also been trying to learn chain grinding for a tree service. It would be nice to have about 10-15 different chain variations and see what changes give what results. Most of the chains that I like that are “self feeding” or pull into the wood tend to be grabby or rough. Sometimes that’s from low rakers and sometimes I am wondering if the raker profile affects that also. Maybe you have done a video that shows some of these cause and effect situations. Sometimes I want fast cutting and sometimes when the stump to cut off is punky, I would like a cutter that lasts longer and less aggressive. I have watched some of your videos in the past and really appreciate your humble, thoughtful and respectful way of teaching. Appreciate your giving and generosity. Thanks. I have 9 children and what I learn I try to pass on, so you are making a difference. Thank you for what your doing. I am sure you don’t realize the impact you have had!!!! Gabriel

@ForestApps Жыл бұрын

Hi Gabriel, Thanks for your comments. I’m very glad to have viewers who consider the depth of sharpening. I will have to say you have touched on most of the variables that confuse all operators who run and try to maintain an efficient and safe saw chain. I think the answer is - why are there so many chai types, sizes and designs? It’s because there are a lot of variables. Not just in the chain and maintenance of it but in the wood and fiber challenges. Most of the issues come from damage and not the sharpening. Whatever chain tooth you sharpen, whether filing or grinding, try to maintain the original design and characteristics. I will see if I can put together a summery video of your thoughts. Good Sawing!

@ForestApps Жыл бұрын

You can search saw chain on my KZfaq channel and it will group the videos on the topic. Looking at the basics can answer a lot of questions. Good Sawing!

@OOOOOO12345 6 ай бұрын

Great educational video, the best I’ve seen on the subject. Thank you.

@ForestApps 6 ай бұрын

Thank You!

@John-cj3ve Ай бұрын

One of the little saws I have; has an .043 3/8lp. The one I'm comparing it to has an .050 3/8lp. My question is; are the cutters the same size, and do they take the same size file? I just got back into chainsaws. In my younger years; I ran Stihl 051, 075, and 090; with 30", and 42", and 60" respectively. But now; at 70; 0:02 I'm getting back into chainsaws; but battery operated. I have a few mini saws, a 10", 12", and 14" Greenworks, and two EGO 18", and one EGO 24"! I have loads of fun with them. I can eyeball the size of a file that LOOKS to be correct; but I was just wondering about the cutter size between the two gauge sizes. Thanks for getting back to me so quickly.

@ForestApps Ай бұрын

If you will send me a picture of the two chains I can tell you exact. I think both of those will be 5/32 file diameter.

@richardrhodes5536 Жыл бұрын

Tim, is there a brand of file you prefer over all others. Thanks in advance!

@ForestApps Жыл бұрын

I use Oregon and PFERD files. Have for many years. The PFERD is a finer cut but the Oregon sharpens faster.

@John-cj3ve Ай бұрын

I'm not really understanding file size. I'm pretty sure that the cutters aren't the same size for a 3/8 .043, and a 3/8 .050. Am I wrong? Would you use the same size file for both chains? And yes; I do know what the various numbers mean. It just seems like the cutters are bigger on my .050 chains; compared to the .043.

@ForestApps Ай бұрын

.050 and .043 is the gauge of the drive link that matches the guide bar rail. The 3/8 is the pitch that matches sprockets. The are different size or profiles of teeth. Low profile 3/8 or one manufacturer calls Pico, is usually 5/32 or 9/64 file. Other 3/8 are 11/64 or 7/32. If you know the manufacture of the chain you can look up correct sizes on their website. If you would like I can set up a Zoom meeting and show you what you need if you have your saw and saw chain.

@John-cj3ve Ай бұрын

@ForestApps Thanks; I thought so! I have switched out the chains on all my saws to full chisel; and the replacements are from different vendors; so that would explain it. Fingers crossed; I haven't run into any trees yet with nails or screws in them. I do a pretty good job of freehand filing; so I'm not too worried about it.

@John-cj3ve Ай бұрын

...it's just that I thought there would be an 'industry standard' for cutter size; like there is for gauge and pitch.

@RickAShriver Жыл бұрын

A good file can make your day!!! Just try it, yo.u can always learn something new

@ForestApps Жыл бұрын

Very true! Thanks for watching. Good Sawing Rick!

@welostourdemocracy 21 күн бұрын

No demonstration of how to use the file or the file size for a particular chaim.

@ForestApps 21 күн бұрын

If you search @ForestApps you will find several videos on filing.

@johnhargis4566 11 ай бұрын

There is a file size between 5/32 & 3/16 that's kinda hard to find some .325 chains call for

@ForestApps 11 ай бұрын

9/64” available at Stihl dealers

@JaMaLKhan-rg4fx 7 ай бұрын

@@ForestAppsfor battery powered chainsaw

@ForestApps 7 ай бұрын

@JaMaLKhan-rg4fx Battery Saws with 3/8 chain is 5/32” file. Stihl recommends 9/64”. .325 chains can be 5/32” or 3/16” files. Check your owners manual for details.

@JaMaLKhan-rg4fx 7 ай бұрын

@@ForestApps i have chinese cheap battery chainsaw 6 inch bar idk itd parameters ، i have bigger files and thin file i have is 5/32 which is still very big hardly i managed to file on 5/32 and small trigonal file today i saw 9/64 i tried it it is perfect,

@ForestApps 7 ай бұрын

@JaMaLKhan-rg4fx Good Sawing to you!