Chainsaw bar for rip cutting. Stihl saw chains

Find an attachment for a chainsaw for longitudinal cutting at modern market It’s not difficult, you can do it yourself. What type you will need in your work depends on the location of the cut (can be horizontal or vertical), diameter wood material which you will process, the level of ease of use and cutting accuracy.

Device for longitudinal cutting of logs

Longitudinal sawing of logs is carried out using a special device. It consists of the following components:

• an adapter that is fixed on the tire in the base area;
• guide, the main task of which is to transmit linear motion to the main component.

The last component was attached to the board on the log that the operator was going to saw.

This kind of device, as we have already found out, having examined its design features, guarantees straight-line movement of the guide bar, which ensures the accuracy of the longitudinal cut.

This device allows you to:

• sawing a log into two parts;
• sawing material into quarters;
• cut a beam from a log that will be used for construction work(it will look neat, so the masonry slopes look good);
• split the logs into several beams or boards.

Please note that if you have set yourself the task of cutting into logs and beams, you will have to change the position of the board many times. In addition, good dexterity is useful for precise cutting. At first, the loose end of the guide bar will move sideways. This will not allow achieving consistency of performance and exact parallelism of each side of the board or beams.

A device similar in design can be used to cut material in a horizontal position if necessary. If you carry out comparative characteristics, then the device for cutting vertically makes it possible to obtain wooden elements of equal thickness at the output, which makes it possible to characterize this attachment as accurate and functional.

Second adaptation option

The main design features of this device:

• fixed on the guide of the saw set not in one place, but in two, at the tip, as well as at the beginning (the structural type is frame, which ensures maximum strength);
• the fastening area can shift, it all depends on your needs along the guide, which makes it possible to set the desired width relative to the size of the log;
• the component (guide) of the device can be located at any distance relative to the tire, which also allows you to navigate the work required dimensions boards and beams (primarily thickness).

How to work with such a device? Simply and easily:

• We make the first cut in a horizontal plane using a guide, a structural part of the frame installed on the log;
• the second and further cuts are made, focusing on another main surface, which usually serves as the flat surface of the previous move.

Important! To prevent the saw from becoming jammed during operation of the power unit and the device for longitudinal cutting, spacers are inserted into the cut to prevent the sawed area from narrowing.

What to do if the operator needs to cut a log whose diameter is larger than the saw guide installed on the tool? Then you need a complex chainsaw attachment for rip sawing. Please note that in this case, even the rated engine speed will not allow the lubrication system to release enough oil to ensure that the entire chain is lubricated evenly.

To improve the quality of lubrication and avoid rapid wear of the bar, sprocket and saw element, to the end of the guide from additional system(can be made from a hose and a reservoir) supply more consumables. To ensure that the oil is supplied by gravity, the reservoir is mounted at an elevation relative to the guide.

Universal device for longitudinal spreading

The universal device Big Mill allows you to accurately cut logs, even those whose diameter reaches 500 millimeters. In this case, the exact thickness of the boards can be set based on a special ruler, which the operator will find on the device stand (applied directly to it). Many craftsmen create their own devices, focusing on the model of this type of universal attachment.

How to unravel a log lengthwise using universal device? Follow this algorithm of actions.

1. We take a couple of even boards, connect them, forming a T-shaped structure with an angle of 90 degrees. This design will act as a ruler, allowing the tool to move smoothly. In this case, the docks need to be twisted in such a way (taking into account the dimensions of the device for longitudinal release) that the power unit does not touch the ruler (it should be placed at a distance of 10 millimeters above).
2. Creates a pair of stops, which are ready-made from two parts (L-shaped). These components will prevent the log from rotating when it is cut. For reliability, the boards are secured with metal corners.
3. Rolls the log onto the stops (it is easier to roll those whose diameter is relatively small). If you need to install a large log on supports, you will need to ask someone for help.
4. We connect the ends of the log and the stops using self-tapping screws (take those that are longer than the rest). You should not use nails, since the second longitudinal cut will require you to rebuild the entire structure.
5. The T-shaped structure, which acts as a ruler, is attached to the stops with clamps.
6. The ruler is connected to a chainsaw, on which a universal device has already been installed.
7. Now we adjust the thickness of the boards that you want to get in the end. When setting this parameter, do not forget about the thickness of the saw and the gap between the T-shaped structure and the blade (10 millimeters).
8. We turn the material for cutting away from ourselves by 30 (this will make cutting longitudinally much easier).
9. We make a cut lengthwise.
10. He removes the ruler, unscrews the clamps, and removes the stops at the ends.
11. We place the T-shaped structure on the plane that we got after the first cut, secure the guide element with self-tapping screws.
12. We fix the log as securely as possible in order to make an accurate second cut in the horizontal plane. It will run perpendicular to the first cut.

This method can be used for the third and fourth cuts (each time, re-setting the ruler) to obtain a square loaf at the end.

If your task is to saw a log into boards, then after the second horizontal cut we no longer use a ruler, performing all manipulations only with universal device. We will use one plane as a guide. As a result, the operator will receive a semi-edged board.

Craftsmen know that any profile that has such characteristics as:

• high structural rigidity;
• light weight.

Available materials that meet such requirements are aluminum and duralumin. The best option is a device made from levels (aluminum) and plaster rules (this element served as a guide). The plaster rules are aluminum parts, although you can safely use another lightweight profile down to the boards and stairs (it’s good if it’s also aluminum). An alternative, of course, can be an iron element, but then the nozzle will be heavy and inconvenient to use (it will cause a lot of inconvenience during prolonged use).

Taking into account the friction force during operation of the power unit, care must be taken to increase the productivity of the tool. To do this, it is recommended to use aluminum rollers to serve as your base. Another a good option– use of plastic (the main thing is that it is elastic), which must be fixed to the base of the nozzle with bolts.

The Stihl company produces not only chainsaws and brush cutters, but also Consumables for them. In this article we will talk about Stihl saw chains, their types, markings, characteristics, and compare them with competitors.

All Stihl chains are marked, thanks to which they can be identified and determined for which models of chainsaws and types of work they are intended.

The name of the chain model must indicate its length (number of links), pitch and width. The type is also indicated. Type is an internal brand designation, thanks to which company specialists can determine the type and shape of the cutting tooth, the dimensions of the link and connecting elements. The designation can be complete, or it can be abbreviated in capital letters, for example, the Picco Micro 3 chain, abbreviated as PM3.

The average user, in principle, does not need such information, because in order to choose the right headset, it is enough to know the characteristics of the chainsaw, the planned volume and types of work.

For ease of selection, the Shtil company website has an electronic consultant that automatically generates a list of chains suitable for a specific chainsaw model.

The service is convenient and understandable, but it has one big drawback: you can select chains only for. If you have a different chainsaw, then you will have to search by characteristics and name, which is not very convenient, since the list of models is quite large.

Below we suggest watching a short but interesting and informative video about Stihl chains, their production process and quality control.

Now let's consider specific models Shtil chains, their markings, characteristics and purpose.

Picco Micro (PM)

Stihl chain with a low profile, recommended by the manufacturer for use on lightweight chainsaws and loppers. The peculiarity of the chain is a soft cut, with reduced kickback. It has four versions, which differ in the number of links. This:

1. 3/8″ P Picco Micro (PM), 1.3 mm (50);
2. 3/8″ P Picco Micro (PM), 1.3 mm (51);
3. 3/8″ P Picco Micro (PM), 1.3 mm (55);
4. 3/8″ P Picco Micro (PM), 1.3 mm (56).

This chain can be used on Shtil MS chainsaws, etc. etc. Recommended retail price from 490 to 550 rubles. The specific price depends on the number of links. Also, the Stihl saw chain can be sold in coils of 50 and 100 meters, and can be riveted using a Shtil riveting machine or similar. Information on how to rivet correctly can be found on our website.

3/8″ P Picco Micro Mini 3 (PMM3), 1.1 mm

A distinctive feature is the narrowest possible cut. Abbreviated designation PMM3. It is recommended for chainsaws entry level, as well as height cutters and brush cutters. Has three versions:

1. 3/8″ P Picco Micro Mini 3 (PMM3), 1.1 mm (39);
2. 3/8″ P Picco Micro Mini 3 (PMM3), 1.1 mm (44);
3. 3/8″ P Picco Micro Mini 3 (PMM3), 1.1 mm (50).

Can be used on chainsaws Shtil MS, 180, . It belongs to the comfort class, because it has minimal vibration and recoil.

Important: a chain with a width of 1.1 mm must be used with a corresponding bar, otherwise it will dangle in the mounting socket, which will lead to rapid wear of both the headset itself and the guide bar.

1/4″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.1 mm

Recommended especially for pole saws and compact chainsaws, for example, MS 150 TC-E or MS 193 T. It is considered exclusive because it has a non-standard 1/4″ pitch, narrow and flat design. It has three versions, the length of which is 56, 64 or 72 links.

3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3 mm

This model belongs to the comfort class and is intended for professional use on light and compact chainsaws. The chain offers high performance, comparable to standard performance, while reducing recoil thanks to its low profile. There are several options:

1. 3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3 mm, 50 links;
2. 3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3 mm (51);
3. 3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3 mm (55);
4. 3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3 mm (56).

3/8″ P Picco Super (PS), 1.3 mm

Picco Super, according to the manufacturer, is the world's first chain that has a chisel tooth. Developed by Shtil specifically for forestry professionals. Easy cutting, comfortable level of vibration and smooth running. It has a clean cutting surface, which is important for those who carve wood with a chainsaw. Execution options:

1. 3/8" P Picco Super, 1.3mm (44);
2. 3/8" P Picco Super, 1.3mm (50);
3. 3/8" P Picco Super, 1.3mm (55).

Can be used with both professional, semi-professional and household chainsaw models.

1/4″ Rapid Micro Spezial (RMS), 1.3 mm

Designed specifically for figured cutting on wood. A distinctive feature is the shortened upper edge of the tooth, thanks to which there is no need to put pressure on the saw in order for the chain to cut into the wood. It is characterized by high speed and smoothness when performing curved cuts compared to conventional chains that have a similar 1/4″ pitch. Available in two versions:

1. 1/4 Rapid Micro Spezial, 1.3 mm(56);
2. 1/4 Rapid Micro Special, 1.3 mm(64).

Rapid Micro chain series

The Rapid Micro chain line includes about 10 types, each of which has an average of three versions with different characteristics pitch and width. Rapid Micro series chains combine tooth shape and steel quality. They are recommended for use on Shtil chainsaws working in agriculture (semi-professional). Short designation RM.

Rapid Super (RS) range

This line is designed for professionals. Of course, no one prohibits the use of such chains on household chainsaw models, but their cost is slightly higher than conventional chains; for example, Picco Micro 3 will be much cheaper.

According to the manufacturer, Rapid Super is capable of working for a long time without sharpening and their productivity is not just high, but extremely high. This headset easily copes with heavily contaminated or frozen wood. If you look at the design options, it becomes clear that this chain is definitely not for light and compact chainsaws. Maximum size, released for sale - 105 links, this is almost twice as long as the chain on Shtil MS 180.

Rapid Duro 3 (RD3), 1.6 mm

This line of Stihl chains has an increased service life due to the use of special hard alloys in them. Intended for use in agriculture, i.e. recommended for semi- professional models Calm. There are quite a lot of options. Rapid Duro 3 (RD3), 1.6mm can be had in 0.325, 3/8 or 0.404 inch pitches. The most expensive chain in this line costs about 2,500 rubles. and has a length of 66 links.

3/8″ Rapid Duro Rescue (RDR), 1.6 mm

This is a special Stihl chain for emergency work, in our country it received the nickname “Supertooth”. Due to Pobedit soldering on the cutting edge of the tooth can saw wood with nails, glass, brick and other building materials. Where there is maximum difficult conditions and a regular chain will be helpless, Rapid Duro Rescue (RDR) will do everything as quickly as possible.

It has a length of 72 teeth, is not available in other versions, and is recommended for use on saws for rescue work, for example, Shtil MS 461 R with a power of 4.4 kW. Manufacturer's recommended price for Rapid Duro starts from RUB 9,060.

All prices that we announced in the article were taken from the company’s official website.

We invite you to watch a video showing a comparative test of Stihl saw chains. The video is in English, but it shows that a concrete insert is poured into the tree trunk on which the cutting speed test is being carried out. A regular headset cannot handle even three cuts, while a special one makes more than 10 cuts and remains operational.

Which chain to use for rip sawing

Chainsaw users often receive a question: which chain is suitable for rip sawing and whether there are chains specifically designed for this purpose.

At the moment, there are no chains specially designed for sawing a tree trunk lengthwise, and most likely there will not be any, since any saw chain can be used for these purposes. The difference between a regular headset and a longitudinal one is the sharpening angle.

Using a straightening machine, you can make a special one from a regular set - one that facilitates longitudinal cutting. You can find information on exactly how this is done on our website.

Which chain is better Stihl or Oregon

It is quite difficult to choose which chain is better, Shtil or Oregon, because they are almost the same in quality. The Oregon company, like Shtil, specializes in their production and invests in development, constantly improving and releasing new models.

If you compare at the user level, the Oregon is a little softer, they dull faster, but they are lighter. Shtilevsky ones are almost all hardened, the metal is difficult to sharpen, but holds an edge a little longer.

Interesting. According to experts, the issue of headset quality is relative. Many users first use used motor oil for lubrication, and then say that this or that model and brand of chain is of poor quality, although the reason for premature wear lies in metal shavings, which are contained in any used oil, even that which has had time to settle before filling.

Reasons for rupture of the saw set

Sometimes, while using a chainsaw, the headset may break. This phenomenon is not common, but occurs from time to time. There may be several reasons, the first and most common is severe wear and tear. During operation, the edges rub against the bar, as a result the metal gradually wears off and the chain, unable to withstand the load, breaks.

Important! The use of high-quality adhesive oils can significantly extend the life of the saw set.

The second reason is the untimely replacement of the drive sprocket and saw bar or their replacement separately. According to the recommendations given by manufacturers, the saw set, bar and drive sprocket should be replaced as a set. This will prevent wear, stretching and tearing as a result of increased loads.

Third, this is marriage. The machine disk rotates at high speeds, and if the groove depth is set incorrectly or for some reason the working stroke of the machine increases, then a split second will be enough to trim the edges of the connecting links. If after sharpening you do not check its quality and the presence of cut links, then during work under load, the cut link may break.

The fourth and last one is a defect in the rivets. A common cause of chain breakage is improper connection or reuse of connecting links. If your cutting set is torn, then this information will be very useful.

Stihl sharpening machine

In conclusion, a little about the Shtil sharpening machine. Today, the USG machine is presented on the company’s official website. Sharpening on the machine works automatically, and feeding is done manually. The machine is capable of sharpening not only the cutting edge of the working tooth, but also the depth limiter, which is impossible to do on similar competing machines. For more information about the Shtil sharpening machine and its operation, watch the video.

Conclusion

The Shtil company produces high-quality chains for its chainsaws and pole saws, which are popular among both professionals and ordinary users. If we compare Stihl chains with competitors, they are a little stronger, but are more difficult to sharpen manually, which is not very good for ordinary users, since they have to go to a service center for sharpening.

A chainsaw is a phenomenal device in its capabilities. There is hardly any other tool that can compete with it in terms of breadth of use. Chainsaws are intended primarily for sawing wood, but their use is not limited to this. They are widely used as a universal drive for devices of the most for various purposes. Chainsaws are used to cut metal and stone, drill wells, pump water, pull out stuck vehicles, swim, etc. The potential capabilities of chainsaws are realized using various attachments and accessories.

Several factors contribute to this wide range of work performed by chainsaws. First of all, it is the presence of a powerful (in relation to its weight), compact, reliable and unpretentious gasoline engine, capable of operating in the most difficult conditions. The diaphragm type carburetor and sealed fuel supply system allow the saw to operate in different positions, except perhaps completely upside down. Successful design The centrifugal clutch reliably protects chainsaw systems and components from overloads and breakdowns. Simplicity of power take-off is also important; It is easy to connect any device to the output shaft of the tool. And finally, the advantages of a chainsaw include its autonomy, which allows it to be used anywhere.

However, do not forget that amateur chainsaws are not designed to work all day in intensive mode..

Petrol cutter attachment

One of the most popular, perhaps, is the attachment that turns a chainsaw into a gas cutter.

Its main unit is a bearing unit with a shaft, at one end of which there is a driven pulley driven by a V-belt, and at the other end there is a mandrel for securing cutting wheels. Depending on the brand of the latter, a gas cutter can cut metal, stone, brick or tile. The end part of the attachment is made with a groove for attaching it to the saw.

Debarkers

To clear a log of bark, branches and growths, to select a longitudinal or transverse groove in it, to cut cups in logs when building wooden log houses, to give a rounded surface flatness and many other operations can be performed using attachments called debarkers.

By design, debarkers are divided into drum and disk. The first ones are used mainly for removing bark from logs (cinders); the disk ones cut out mounting grooves, cups, recesses, etc.

The working part of the devices consists of a drum or cutter mounted in a bearing unit. Like most chainsaw attachments, debarkers are driven by a V-belt drive. For this purpose, there is a driven pulley on their axis. By selecting the diameters of the pulleys and changing the engine speed using the accelerator, you can obtain the optimal rotation speed of the working tool, which provides the necessary processing parameters.

The figure below shows debarkers with different shapes of the working tool: a cutter for making grooves (a), a flat plane (b) and a spherical one (d), a shaped cutter (c).

Pump

The nozzle designed for pumping water can be used for emergency water supply to a house, watering a garden, draining a flooded basement and foundation pit, etc. It is a conventional centrifugal pump, equipped with a bracket with holes for attaching to a chainsaw and a pulley for driving the pump turbine into rotation.

The principle of operation of this chainsaw attachment is similar to the principle of operation of all centrifugal pumps. A hose is connected to the central fitting (1), which is lowered into the water. The pressure hose is connected to the fitting (3). Before starting work, the water necessary for the pump to start pumping is poured into the plug (2). When the pump turbine is rotated, a reduced pressure is created in the suction pipe, drawing in water, which is then discharged through the pressure hose.

Boer

A motor drill is a device that is useful in any household, but it is used relatively rarely, which makes its purchase not always advisable. Purchasing a drill attachment for a chainsaw will cost less than buying a motor drill.

Chainsaw drill. Two different nozzles.

The rotation speed of the auger during drilling should be relatively low, so a gearbox is used to reduce the speed. It can be made in the form of a V-belt or worm (preferably) transmission.

Winch

A winch driven by a chainsaw can be used for a wide variety of work: pulling out stuck vehicles, moving trees, lifting and moving building materials, towing boats and boats to land, in various emergency situations.

Its traction force depends on the power of the chainsaw and can reach 1500-2000 kg, and even more with an additional block. To perform its functions, the winch must be equipped with additional accessories: a pull-out block to increase the traction force and change the trajectory of movement, hooks, anchors, sling straps for securing to a tree trunk, rock, soil or car.

boat motor

A chainsaw with a special attachment can be used as a boat motor. A device installed on the boat with a three-blade propeller and a gearbox with a gear ratio of 2:1 is capable of moving through water at speeds of up to 20 km/h with a fuel consumption of 1 l/h.

Devices for longitudinal sawing of logs
(mini sawmills)

Most chainsaw attachments are designed for ripping logs. Their differences from each other are in the location of the cut (vertical or horizontal), the diameter of the logs being cut, the accuracy of the cut, and ease of use.

Device for vertical cutting of logs. The simplest is the device for vertical sawing of logs, shown below.

It consists of an adapter (1), attached to the tire at its base, and a guide (2), which determines the straightness of the adapter's movement. The guide is installed on the board (3), which in turn is attached to the log being cut.

The main purpose of this device for a chainsaw is to ensure the straight movement of the bar. With its help, you can not only dissolve a log into two or four parts (quarters) or cut a beam out of it, but also saw it into boards or beams. However, in the latter case, you will have to rearrange the board with the guide each time, and it will not be possible to achieve great accuracy when sawing. The unfixed end of the tire may move to the side, as a result of which constancy of the parameters and complete parallelism of the sides of the beams or boards are unlikely to be achieved.

Device for horizontal cutting. Using the device shown in the photo below, logs are cut in a horizontal plane. Compared to a device for vertical cutting, it has increased functionality and accuracy, allowing you to cut boards or beams of the same thickness.

Device (other) for dissolving logs into boards

The device, which is attached to the tire in two places - the beginning and the end - has a frame structure that ensures the rigidity of the device. The mounting location (1) can move along the tire. This allows you to set the required cutting width (according to the diameter of the log) - within the length of the tire. The guides (2) can be installed at any distance from the tire, thereby ensuring required thickness cut beams or boards. The first horizontal cut is carried out using a guide frame (3) mounted on the log and serving as a base surface for the guides (2). For subsequent cuts, the flat surface (4) obtained in the previous pass is used as the base surface. During operation, to avoid pinching the saw, wedges are inserted into the cut to prevent the cut from narrowing.

If it is necessary to cut logs whose diameter exceeds the length of a standard bar, a more complex device is used, which uses a long bar. In this case, the saw’s native lubrication system does not provide high-quality lubrication of the entire chain, so it becomes necessary to install an additional system consisting of a tank and a hose that supplies lubricant to the end of the bar. To ensure oil supply by gravity, the tank is placed on a rack above the tire.

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Now almost everyone has a chainsaw, but many use it only for its intended purpose. Harvesting firewood, pruning branches, all these works are performed, as a rule, no more than once a year; the rest of the time the chainsaw gathers dust on the garage shelf, but this is not correct. The chainsaw can be used as a power unit for various devices, this is what will be discussed in this article.

There are special attachments for chainsaws on sale, with the help of which the functionality of the tool is significantly increased.

Using additional equipment from a chainsaw, you can make a wood splitter; it will help you cope with logs that are difficult to split with an ax, or a boat motor, for trips on a rubber boat.

Essentially, attachments are necessary to get the most out of your chainsaw so that it doesn't sit on the shelf gathering dust, but is used every day to solve a wide variety of tasks.

No attachments required for installation special education or skills, everything is simple and easy.

What attachments are there for chainsaws?

Today it is developed by manufacturers and is commercially available big choice chainsaw attachments. More specifically, for your saw you can buy:

1. Boat motor attachment.
2. Winch.
3. Pump.
4. Motor drill.
5. Wood splitter
6. Device for cutting boards.

If you like to make things with your own hands, then the saw will become a great assistant, because it can be used as a power unit for your inventions. For example, the video below shows how you can make a go-kart for your child from a simple chainsaw. It's very interesting and not as difficult as it seems.

And in next video a homemade snow blower is shown, the engine of which is a chainsaw. The idea is very good, but the snow blower is a little unfinished, but it is still able to make cleaning the territory of a private house easier.

Now let’s look at each of the attachments in more detail, look at the pros and cons of use, and draw a conclusion about how the use of the attachment affects the life of the chainsaw and its performance.

boat motor

The nozzle is designed for installation on small rubber boats having a transom. Characteristics:

1. Gear ratio 1:2.
2. Maximum speed in still water is 20 km/h.
3. Three-blade propeller with a diameter of 150 mm.
4. Fuel consumption is 1 liter per hour.
5. Weight when assembled is 8 kg.

Such characteristics allow the nozzle to be used by those who do not need high speed movement through the water, but simply need to get from point “A” to point “B”. It is popular among fishermen because it is light and compact and fits into the trunk of a passenger car.

All necessary fasteners are supplied with the nozzle. There are instructions for installing the nozzle and its proper use.

The main advantage of using such an attachment for a chainsaw is saving on the purchase of a boat motor.

You can learn how to install a chainsaw on a boat motor attachment by watching the video.

Winch

Another useful attachment for a chainsaw is a winch. It can be used to lift loads weighing up to one and a half tons. A conventional electric winch requires an electric current to operate, which significantly reduces its capabilities. A chainsaw with a winch can be used anywhere.

Having such an attachment on a firewood harvesting site, you can load tree trunks, cross-cut into several logs. Also, if necessary, such a nozzle will allow you to pull out a stuck a car, it is not suitable for trucks.

The cost of a winch for a chainsaw is a little more expensive than an electric one, but its mobility and ease of use make up for the difference.

There are several models of chainsaw winches on sale, which may differ in cable length, size and weight. On average, the length of the cable is about 30 meters, weight no more than 12 kg.

This is interesting: using a plow together with a chainsaw winch, you can cultivate a plot of land with a minimum of effort.

How to plow the ground with a chainsaw and winch is shown in the video. Advantages this method The point is that in this way it is possible to cultivate land in suburban areas where there is no possibility of connecting to electricity.

water pump

A special attachment called a chainsaw pump will help pump out water from a flooded cellar, pump up a water tank for irrigation from a well, or simply pump water from one place to another.

The device is quite simple and does not require special skills to install on the saw. Its advantage is mobility and connection speed. In addition to the nozzle, you will need to purchase hoses. Pumps, like other saw attachments, are produced by several manufacturers, so they can have different performance and other characteristics.

This attachment is universal and can be installed on chainsaws of various models and brands. For those who are not used to paying for additional equipment for a chainsaw, you can make a pump yourself.

Motor drill

Another useful attachment in everyday life is a motorized auger (ice auger). There are a lot of options for this console, including homemade ones. It can be useful not only for fans of winter fishing, because it can be used to drill holes for installing fence posts.

The advantage over electric options is mobility, since the drill can be used regardless of the availability of electricity.

Important! To install the drill attachment, you will need to remove the standard clutch and drive sprocket from the chainsaw, for which you need to lock the crankshaft. You can find information on how to properly remove the clutch from a chainsaw on our website.

An adapter coupling is supplied with the saw drill, which is installed instead of the drive sprocket.

Wood splitter

Thick lumps are difficult to split with an ax; to make the process easier, you can install a wood splitter attachment on a chainsaw. It is screwed into the block and, due to its cone-shaped shape, splits it.

The nozzle is universal and can work on various models chainsaw User reviews about this device are positive, because it really facilitates the process of splitting large lumps.

The cost of the wood splitter attachment is reasonable, currently it does not exceed 1000 rubles. You can buy it on specialized websites or in petrol stores. Installation of this gadget does not require any specific skills; the manufacturers provide instructions.

Jointer

If you need to plane a small number of boards, but you do not have a specialized machine, then the jointer attachment will help you do this.

The attachment is mounted on standard bolts for fastening the tire; instead of the clutch, a drive pulley is installed on which the belt is put. Through the belt, a force is transmitted from the drive pulley to the driven pulley, which causes the planing shaft with two knives to rotate.

The system is very simple and reliable; the quality of processing depends on the maximum number of revolutions of the chainsaw on which it is installed.

In order to compensate for the lack of load on the engine when using the jointer attachment, you can slightly reduce maximum amount rpm You can find instructions for adjusting the carburetor of a chainsaw on our website.

The attachment is not universal; for it to work, you need to replace the drive sprocket with a pulley; the mounts are different for all chainsaws. Therefore, when purchasing, you need to consult and choose a model of attachment suitable for your chainsaw.

Bark beetle

Another attachment for a chainsaw, which is designed for cleaning tree trunks from bark.

It is very similar to a jointer, is attached in a similar way and has two pulleys and a belt. The main difference is that the bark beetle does not have a stop bar that prevents the knives from going deep, as a result of which they only remove a certain amount of chips.

Bulgarian

One of the most popular attachments, about which users leave only positive reviews, is an angle grinder, or it is also called an angle grinder, but it is not one, because it is intended only for cutting.

Attaches to the standard place of the tire. Not universal, it is selected for the model of chainsaw for which it is intended. Not expensive and easy to use. Consists of the following elements:

• drive pulley;
• frames;
• driven pulley with shaft and disk mount;
• force transmitting belt;
• protection.

The simplicity of the design and standard grinder consumables (discs) made this attachment very popular. Its advantage is mobility, the ability to be used in places where there is no electricity.

Instead of cutting disc For the metal shown in the photo, you can install carbide for cutting concrete and use a saw with an attachment as a wall chaser.

Advice. When working with an angle grinder attachment, the engine experiences significant load, so it is not recommended for chainsaws with a power of less than 2 kW.

The following video shows how to assemble, install, configure and operate the attachment. The video shows that the 1.5 kW chainsaw cannot cope with the load, and there is a noticeable drop in speed. To prevent this from happening again, use more powerful saws.

Attachments for Shtil and Husqvarna chainsaws

There is no special attachment that would be suitable only for the Shtil chainsaw and would have any unique functionality that others do not have. Everything that can be installed on Shtil saws has analogues for other chainsaws, the same with Husqvarna chainsaws. For this reason, when choosing a chainsaw, you should not pay attention to the advice of sellers regarding the purchase of a specific model, due to the possibility of installing additional equipment on it that expands the functionality.

The only thing you should pay attention to when choosing is power, because to work with attachments it is recommended to have a more powerful chainsaw.

What devices can you make with your own hands?

Many “garage” craftsmen do not spend money on buying chainsaw attachments, but make them themselves. In fact, there is nothing complicated about them and almost everything can be made with your own hands. All you need for this is welding machine, emery and necessary knowledge and experience, spare parts from old tools and mechanisms, for example: chains, belts, pulleys, shafts, etc., can also be useful.

On the Internet you can find information on how to make an angle grinder attachment, a pump, a winch or a drill. In order to dispel doubts, we suggest watching a video that shows a homemade attachment for a Shtil chainsaw made from an old fishing drill.

Device for cutting boards

In conclusion of the article, I would like to mention such a device as a stand for cutting boards using a chainsaw. Essentially, this is a mini sawmill that you can assemble on your own site, install a chainsaw in it and cut tree trunks into boards.

There are quite a lot of options for sawmills made from chainsaws, some are factory-made, like LOGOSOL, and some are home-made. We invite you to watch a video about the operation of a homemade, budget sawmill using a chainsaw.

Conclusion

A chainsaw is capable of not only performing transverse or longitudinal cuts of wood, it allows creativity and invention based on many tools and devices that are useful in the household, making everyday work easier or even relaxing for your own pleasure.

Remember that when using homemade nozzles for a chainsaw, you should be careful and not overload its engine, you should also not forget about safety precautions, since all responsibility in case of injury lies with you.

Leading manufacturers of household and professional chainsaw equipment offer a number of the latest models with universal properties. A wide selection of chainsaw attachments help you use the tool's working capabilities with greater efficiency.

A significant portion of fairly expensive household tools are used from time to time. The use of a chainsaw as a drive for several types of replaceable equipment allows you to mechanize labor-intensive household work at lower costs material resources.

The list of operational capabilities of chainsaws has been expanded and successfully implemented due to removable additional equipment. It includes attachments and accessories of the for various purposes.

Most of The range of attachments is aimed at completing branded models. The capabilities of budget chainsaws in this regard are very limited.

• Even a small kit allows you to mechanize a significant part of the household work associated with special processing of wood and metal, drilling wells, caring for ornamental shrubs.
• The use of the saw as a boat motor, lawn trimmer, gas cutter or domestic compressor.
• The efficiency of using replaceable equipment is facilitated by stable traction characteristics and efficiency power units, adaptation of branded chainsaw equipment to difficult climatic factors.

In practice, it has been proven that chainsaws from leading brands can be successfully operated in a wide temperature range.

Combination of angle grinder and gas cutter

The universal grinder attachment is driven from the drive shaft of the drive sprocket via a V-belt drive. The device is mounted on the saw body with studs designed to fix the saw bar.

The diameter of the emery wheel is selected depending on the engine power and the characteristics of the work to be done. The USHM-1 petrol cutter attachment copes well with abrasive cutting of natural and artificial tile-cladding materials, metals, and cleaning of welded joints.

The angle grinder-1 works with standard and diamond wheels with a diameter of up to 20 cm, with a mounting hole of 22 mm. An abrasive attachment for cutting metal can be a good addition to the tools of a home workshop or equipment of a small car service.

Chainsaw as a drive for a light boat

The popular “Boat Motor” attachment is activated by means of a gearbox and pulley extension, which is mounted instead of drive sprocket. Depending on the engine power, a boat equipped with a two- or three-bladed propeller can reach speeds of up to 20 km/h.

Drilling and compressor equipment

Simple in design and easy to use ice drill attachment in winter time used in fish farms to supply air to frozen bodies of water. The effectiveness of using combined equipment has been confirmed in practice.

Lightweight, compact and quite productive ice auger - included in the equipment set for amateur winter fishing. As a result natural selection high demand for the most successful developments has stabilized.

In particular, excellent operational properties characterized by the MB-2 Ice motor drill. The nozzle is driven through a reduction gearbox, which reduces the shaft rotation speed to 150 rpm. This model differs from analogues of the same type in that it requires minimal installation time, ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.

The replaceable compressor nozzle is inferior in operating parameters to many mobile units household class. However, for the aeration of small stocked reservoirs, the operation of pneumatic paint sprayers and sprayers, its performance is sufficient with a reserve.

Replacement equipment for working with wood

Milling and drum attachments for removing tree bark and cleaning construction wood from surface irregularities are presented in several types.
The most famous are the Bark Beetle and Debarker models, with a working grip from 80 to 100 mm. The cutter attachment specializes in advanced cutting of construction wood. With its help you can plan logs, cut cups and mounting grooves.

The equipment is used in wood construction for pre-assembly processing of industrial wood. The products are equipped with removable knives that can be easily dismantled for sharpening cutting edges and a set of extended threaded fasteners. The bark beetle attachment is activated from a pulley, which is installed instead of the drive sprocket.

With appropriate drive power, bark stripping attachments can be used to remove knots, sharpen stakes, and create corner locks for log cabins.

With precise adjustment, the bark beetle replacement device can be used as a plane attachment. The quality of surface treatment of construction wood is determined by sharpening the cutting edges of replaceable knives.

Devices for longitudinal sawing of construction wood

In the standard version, for longitudinal and diagonal cutting of wood, they are used with a certain sharpening angle. No less efficient and productive special devices.

A fairly durable attachment for longitudinal sawing, which does an excellent job of sawing logs and boards, costs about 2,000 rubles. This is the approximate cost of four saw chains, which have a very limited service life.

Replacement household equipment

This list includes devices designed for caring for ornamental shrubs and lawns. The brushcutter attachment will help tidy up a living fence or behind a short time clear the area of ​​young growth.

The removable rotary trimmer attachment is inferior to a household lawn mower only in terms of ease of operation. Its design allows you to treat lawn areas with sufficient high quality and extremely tight deadlines.

Traction devices

The cable “Winch” installed on a powerful chainsaw is characterized by wide functionality. The pulling force of the nozzle varies in the range of up to 2 tons, the range of action is up to 30 meters.

In the operational capabilities of the traction device:

• skidding of felled trees;
• removing stuck vehicles;
• lifting work and moving non-standard cargo by dragging or using rollers;
• plowing of heavy soils on land plots difficult to reach for tractor equipment.

Motorists living in regions with bad roads willingly equip their cars with chainsaws and winching equipment.

Chainsaw as a pumping unit

The autonomy of the gasoline drive is highly valued in irrigated farming areas. Compact and mobile pumping units are effectively used to supply water to areas located at a great distance from power sources.

Such devices are in particular demand in private and small-scale farms, for watering crop areas, as well as drawing water from wells and artesian wells.

Alternative developments

As the popularity of replacement equipment for chainsaw equipment grows, new options are being developed. The list of offers has been supplemented with several types of removable attachments for the Wood splitter. The device is a rotating conical rod with a screw thread.

Advantages of replaceable attachments

In the first case, there is a significant cost savings on purchasing a set of household tools for various purposes.

• The price of several attachments is 2-3 times less than the cost of a standard set. In terms of functionality, many branded models are not inferior to highly specialized household analogues.
• Replacement attachments for chainsaw equipment occupy less space, prompt replacement of a standard saw bar with any replaceable equipment, provided you have the skills and the appropriate tools, is carried out within a few minutes.
• The use of attachments increases the payback of a chainsaw several times. The tool, which is most often used for harvesting fuel wood, can be used to solve many household and construction problems.

Flaws

Technical and performance characteristics chainsaws are focused on a given level of workloads and special operating modes. Some owners of prestigious professional chainsaws are against the use of attachments.

The refusal is motivated by the need for long-term operation of engines at maximum speed, in some cases - a lack of torque, a forced reduction in the overhaul life.

As a result of the studies, models of cable winches, bark peelers, wood splitters and compressors were recognized as safe for the resource and technical condition of the attachments.

• In particular, when working with angle grinders, the air intake filter becomes intensively clogged.
• Installation of boat equipment and a pump nozzle requires a long period of operation of the high-speed chainsaw engine at maximum mode.

These shortcomings are partially or fully compensated by the increased wear resistance of modern power units, an increase in the actual service life of chainsaws from 1500 to 2000 or more operating hours. The durability of engines is also positively affected by the use of heat-resistant branded motor oils.