What size of chainsaw file do I need?

What size of chainsaw file do I need?

Chainsaw files size chart

What is the difference between R56 and S56 chainsaw chain?

The difference is the width of the chain track. S56 is . 050″ and R56 is . The R56 has a narrow kerf that cuts less wood and uses less power.

What size chain does an ECHO CS 400 chainsaw take?

18″
5-Pack 18″ Semi Chisel Saw Chain for ECHO CS-400 Chainsaws – (18 inch, 3/8″ Low Profile Pitch, 0.050″ Gauge, 62 Drive Links, CSC-S62)

Are all chainsaw files the same size?

Tools Required – Chainsaw File Kit Round file used to sharpen the cutting edges of the cutters. This needs to match the cutter’s diameter and the most popular sizes for homeowner saws are 5/32”, 3/16” and 7/32”.

Can you sharpen a chainsaw with a flat file?

A flat file. A depth-gauge guide for resetting the depth gauges. Pro tip: Don’t use a standard rattail file as a chainsaw sharpener. Its tapered diameter and coarse teeth will ruin your chain’s cutters.

Will an echo bar fit a Stihl chainsaw?

Yes, but you need a bar designed to fit on your saw. There are different designs for different saws, and the bar has to match the chain/sprocket configuration as well.

Can I use a Stihl chain on a Craftsman saw?

STIHL 63PM3-62 18-inch Chain Saw Chain – Fits Homelite, Poulan, Echo and Craftsman.

What size file do I need for a .325 chain?

Luckily, there are standard chain sizes that are used almost everywhere. We’re going to approach the infamous . 325 pitch chain saw. For this blade, using a 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) chain saw file is the optimal solution.

Why does chainsaw cut in a curve?

Chainsaws often start pulling to one side, curving in that direction even when you try to maintain a straight line. If your chainsaw is not cutting straight, it’s a sign that it needs maintenance – usually routine blade maintenance, although it could be the sign of a bigger problem.

Can I put a longer bar on my Echo chainsaw?