LD1
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Of course the sprocket also needs to be matched to the chain pitch though. As does the bar if it has a sprocket tip
I'm in the market for a new chainsaw. 24 inch bar.
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Of course the sprocket also needs to be matched to the chain pitch though. As does the bar if it has a sprocket tip
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Pitch and width are 2 entirely different things. Pitch is determine by the number of links in a given distance, width is determined by the drive link and the chain type.
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But on standard sized chain, they go hand in hand.
.404 has a wider kerf than 3/8, which is wider than .325
Where 3/8 lo-pro or narrow kerf chain fit in I have no idea. I would guess 3/8lo-pro and .325 are pretty close.
What you are saying is like: lets compare 50 roller chain to 60 roller chain. And I were to say 60 chain is thicker. And you were to say pitch and width are two different things......
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Your examples don't really work because most homeowner type buyers won't know the difference between a lo-pro reduced kickback chain (which usually comes on a homeowner saw) and say a 404 which only comes on a professional saw or is bought seperately with a bar. Which is how I buy loops and bars, I buy the powerhead and then the frontend seperate.
Most ocassional use owners don't know the difference and because of the liability of an amateur getting a face full of spinning chain from kickback, retailers are very hesitant to sell them a loop that kicks.
Most ocassional use owners don't know the difference and because of the liability of an amateur getting a face full of spinning chain from kickback, retailers are very hesitant to sell them a loop that kicks.
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Exactly. And the occasional user doesn't need or would they necessarily notice the difference in the speed of the cut. Would it matter to them if it took 2 seconds or 1 second to trim that limb? They take longer setting their beer down. Safety is more important in my mind to the occasional user using their saw a few times a year whether they would agree to that or not. A professional can go out of business without the best equipment and being knowledgeable of it.
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Ddint know we were only talking about homeowners/occasional users. Lots can be said about them
Most dont know when a saw is dull, and force it through
Most dont know a chain can be sharpened, and just buy replacements
Most dont know that its called a bar and chain and NOT a blade
And judging from all the used saw for sale pics I have seen, its clear that NONE of them know how to tighten the bar and chain:laughing:
Most dont know when a saw is dull, and force it through
Most dont know a chain can be sharpened, and just buy replacements
Most dont know that its called a bar and chain and NOT a blade
And judging from all the used saw for sale pics I have seen, its clear that NONE of them know how to tighten the bar and chain:laughing: