A chainsaw is a movable, mechanical and motorized saw. It is used in logging activities like felling, limbing, and bucking. Chainsaws started around the 1830's. Bernard Heine, a German orthopedist, was the known inventor of chainsaw.
Chainsaw is classified as a power tool. It is a dangerous machine if mishandled. Users must be fully knowledgeable of the machine before trying to use it. Know the parts and functions of each for your safety.
A chainsaw has the following parts:
o Chain catcher - this is a plastic or metal guard used to prevent a broken or derailed saw chain from hitting the operator.
o Fly Wheel - a weighted wheel which controls the engine speed and assists in cooling the engine.
o Clutch - it is the connector that controls the driving part of a saw
o Decompression valve - this allows easier starting by releasing saw compression
o Anti-vibration handle system - this relieves stress to the operator's hand, arms and joints.
o Hand Guard -plastic shield that protects the hands from kickback.
o Muffler - reduces engine noise.
o Chain brake - stops the chain when kickback happens to prevent injury.
o Throttle - regulates RPMs by increasing or decreasing the volume of fuel to the cylinders.
o Throttle interlock - this is a locking mechanism that prevents the throttle from activating while the interlock is pressed
There are a lot of chainsaw manufacturers in the market. Some of them are:
- Stihl
- Husqvarna
- Homelite
- Echo
- Jonsered
- Pioneer
- Makita
- Husky
- Ryobi
- BlackDecker
- Mcculloch
- Poutan
- Craftsman
- Remington
- John Deere
- Shindaiwa
- Partner
Despite so many competitors, Stihl remains one of the world's best manufacturers of chainsaws. Their products are versatile to hobbyists and professionals. Their wide selection of chainsaws suits the different needs of farmers, professional loggers, landscapers, construction crews and fire departments.
Popular Models of Stihl
MS 180 C-B has a fast engine and is easy to use. It has a STIHL Quickstop inertial chain break and an anti-vibration system. The standard chain adjuster is the Stihl's Quick Chain Adjuster (B).
This model was released in 2007, having a grayish or orange in color. It has the following specs:
- Displacement: 1.94 ci (31.8 cc)
- Horsepower: 2 hp (1.5 kW)
- Fuel Capacity: 8.5 oz. (250 cc)
- Oil Capacity: Chain: 4.9 oz. (145 cc)
- Weight: 8.8 lbs. (4 kg)
- Chain: Oilomatic®: 3/8 in. PMN
- Guide Bars: 12-16 in. (30-40 cm) STIHL Rollomatic® Mini
- Miscellaneous: Recommended Guide Bar: 14 in. (3005-000-3909) Recommended Saw Chain: #3982 (61 PMN-50) Oilomatic®
The price of this unit is definitely worth the excellent work output of this machine.
Choose the right chainsaw needed for your work. A unit may be too powerful but unnecessary for your needs.
