Chainsaw Chains, what is the difference? Full chisel, Semi-chisel, Square filed, Round filed?

Chainsaw Chains, what is the difference? Full chisel, Semi-chisel, Square filed, Round filed?
In this video I go over the basic differences in chainsaw chain cutter styles.

Let me know what you think in the comment section.

Take care, have a Good Day!

Chainsaw Chains, what is the difference? Full chisel, Semi-chisel, Square filed, Round filed?

[keithsteward]

I've used a chainsaw for over 50 years. I've used all the cutter types you mentioned. This video increased my knowledge of the different types of cutters & chains & advantages/disadvantages of each. I know way more than I did before! Thank You!

[Johnwilldo]

Perfect timing to have found your video. I just bought an Oregon 410-120 and have been perplexed with the terminology needed to find out the down angle of my Stihl 18 inch chain 26RS68 which I use on my Stihl MS 250. I called Stihl Customer service to get help understanding the terminology, but she brushed me off because I was not using a Stihl grinder. I then called Oregon and was on hold for 15 minutes and was then redirected to a voice mail. I left a message and have not heard word one in the past two hours. So much for customer "service."
Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[JCarterCancerFund]

Thanks, very informative and good for anyone cutting. I personally run Husqvarna 372xp with full chisel, full skip on a 24" bar cutting mainly cedar.

[Zlinky]

So so glad you showed us examples. In videos, an image truly is worth a thousand words. Great Vid. Many thanks. : )))

[alaskanglenn]

Hello from Alaska, been cutting for many years, always learn something new, thanks for the Video.

[PerfectImperfections]

Excellent explanation of different nomenclature of chainsaw chains. Out here in West Texas where the mesquite is thick and hard as nails, I am going to have to find me a Square filed chain for my Stihl and see how well it performs for me on the ranch! Thanks!

[joeeasley]

Thank you for taking time to share your time and experience

[jerryhanchey]

As a woodturner, I cut logs into turning blanks - not so much for burning. we as a group, are very aware of the direction of the grain. To crosscut a log you're cutting across the fibers of the log when you rip a log down the center your cut is along the fibers of the wood. Especially if the wood is wet/green, that cut down the center can create a real challenge for a chain with tightly spaced cutters. Skip tooth chains handle that cut better because they allow the wood to clear much better and don't clog up the kerf/chain.

[sydneyharbridge]

hi my name is Scott i live in Australia, the wood here is really hard, so i appriate the things you said about full and semi chisel, will watch more of your vid s cheers

[sawsurgeon]

Full skip requires less horsepower and allows for higher rpm.
It was designed by Husqvarna to allow their saws to run the longer bars which were previously only run on Stihl saws...
All right, all right, just joking here folks. You don’t need to send me hateful comments!
Full skip allows for higher rpm which is beneficial for most modern saws when running longer bars.
The torque curve of modern saws is much higher than the old muscle saws of the ‘60’s and ‘70’s. Of course older saws can benefit as well.
And yes, even a Stihl well benefit from them!
Great job Travis.
Be Kind, Be Blessed!

[allanlenz]

Thank you for the info! I don't cut a lot of wood but when I do it is usually dirty, so I'm going to try a semi-chisel/round file. I hope this will work well for cutting stumps at ground level also.

[mattwaters]

Really good video. Very informative. Any suggestions on the best chain for my Poulan 42cc 14" bar, 5/32" ?

[mnman]

If you're short on time, 1.5 speed works great for this vid. Great info.

[mathewkromeo]

Great video. Thanks. I'm trying to choose between 661 and a husky 395xp. Getting a wood chipper and starting a tree removal service next spring.

[darrylhamilton]

I found your video on chain cutters very informative. It helps me when I understand how my equipment works and what my options are! Thanks!

[freedomearthmoon]

Thanks, I'm going to be using my Huskvarna 24" 460 to cut a lot left over brush/stumps some 2 to 3 inch's in diameter some smaller and some much larger. I'll be cutting them close to the ground and they will be somewhat dirty. So, I'm going to give a semi chisel a whirl. The 24" is unwieldy enough on its own, a more docile chain is probably best in this situation as well.I've been running round full chisel since I purchased it, 5 years ago.

[ronaldbrouhard]

Yeah, I've been bucking for lots of my life. Can't imagine using any thing less than a Full Chizel chain.

[josephgasbarrini]

I liked the video, thankyou, How about a video on ripping chainsaw chains for those of us with Alaskan Saw Mills, maybe show us some options and what works best ! Thanks again, and look forward to your next video

[geoffjones]

G'Day Mate, great vid, I have watched a heap of videos trying to determine the difference and what chain I should run on my MS381 and my MS180, you explained it perfectly for me, I'm just a backyard warrior hitting firewood for myself in Australia. Cheers for your time Mate, got yourself a new Sub

[chrisfoxworth]

thanks! I hope square ground full chisel chains are not too hard to sharpen I've been hand filing round grind for 10 years and have gotten very good. can't wait to try a square grind!