Chainsaw Oregon Powersharp attachment... does it work?!

[BimmerPower]

http://www.powersharp.com/commercial.asp

I'm curious to see what people say about it. I might go pick it up if it really is all that convenient and reasonably priced.

 

[glc24]

I've been wondering the same thing.
Being that it comes from the Oregon people,you would almost have to think that it works.:thumbsup:

Greg

 

[Treemonkey1000]

I looked at that and figured I wouldn't waste my time. You need a special chain for it to work. Also it looks like it could take a lot of metal off your chain versus hand filing or a good chain sharpener. For the non frequent user it might be ok.
At least those are my opinions..

 

[jlsmith]

I use mine a lot and so far Im verry happy with it.:thumbsup:

 

[ultrarunner]

My early 70's Craftsman saw has it and it worked very well till Sears said they could no longer sell the chain due to "Safety" concerns.

It only required a brief engagement to sharpen.

 

[magicheater]

I looked at that and figured I wouldn't waste my time. You need a special chain for it to work. Also it looks like it could take a lot of metal off your chain versus hand filing or a good chain sharpener. For the non frequent user it might be ok.
At least those are my opinions..

I tend to agree, I think they want to sell more chains. I bought a cheap Harbor freight sharpener that has done me well for over 4 years now. I have been running the same saw for almost 25 years now and credit frequent cleanings and other minor maintenance items to it's longevity. To be able to sharpen a chain without taking it off the bar does not address the oiler ports or the sprocket or the bar for that matter. Compressed air is my best friend when it comes to chain saws and keeping thing clean.

 

[BimmerPower]

I tend to agree, I think they want to sell more chains. I bought a cheap Harbor freight sharpener that has done me well for over 4 years now. I have been running the same saw for almost 25 years now and credit frequent cleanings and other minor maintenance items to it's longevity. To be able to sharpen a chain without taking it off the bar does not address the oiler ports or the sprocket or the bar for that matter. Compressed air is my best friend when it comes to chain saws and keeping thing clean.

I wasn't aware that you need a special chain for it. How does it compare cutting wise to the Stihl chains? Green label? Yellow label? I know Oregon is quality stuff but I'm a bit skeptical.

 

[Treemonkey1000]

I watched the video and looked at the chain profile to see that it wasn't shaped like semi chisel chain. I think some where in the add that it took a different chain as well to make the sharpener work right. Double check that though. I don't know if it will also take down the rakers or depth setter teeth when they get too tall.
I use so many saws with different lengths of bars that I keep the same types of chain loops on hand so that I can swap bars or chain loops if I need. That makes it easier to set up my chain sharpener as well. The only time I use the green safety chain is if it is on a new saw.
If you don't do a lot of cutting and don't want to sharpen your own chains that might be the way to go. Some people are really good at hand filing their chain. I haven't gotten to good at it yet.
Oregon has been in the business for a long time so that says something if they are willing to try and market that system. For me I will stick to my trusty dusty system. Like the other guy said keep the saw tuned up and cleaned out makes a lot of difference.

 

[grnspot110]

Files are cheaper & once learned, the best way to sharpen anyway! Although,not for everyone! ~~ grnspot

 

[jdonovan]

Powersharp is only for small saws (2.3 HP or less), uses a LP chain (safety chain), and small bar sizes.

Yes, it does work, and for someone who is a very occasional user, only keeps 1 chain in the house, and hits the ground frequently, its probably a good tool for that kind of user.

I can touch up a 16-18" bar in < 1-2 minutes so the time savings isn't a big deal to my use. I also keep 3-5 loops per saw, so if I really screw up a chain, it comes off, and I sharpen it on the grinder when I get home.

 

[jlsmith]

well I have a 35cc with a 18" bar and it does fine. I cut 4 to 5 cords a year with it plus the clean up around the ranch. Yes you have to have a special chain where the cutting edge is on top of the chain but you get all this with the kit. I have had mine for about a year now and it still cuts like it did the day I put it on. I think it was worth the money.
Jeremy

 

[BXinNH]

With regard to using compressed air to clean your chainsaw, be careful where you direct the air. I clogged the bar oil passage on my 350 Husky by driving a wood/dirt chip into the passage. Just a word of caution.

Matt.

 

[Treemonkey1000]

With regard to using compressed air to clean your chainsaw, be careful where you direct the air. I clogged the bar oil passage on my 350 Husky by driving a wood/dirt chip into the passage. Just a word of caution.

Matt.

:confused2:What? There's a bar oil passage hole on the bar!
Sorry just yanking your chain. That is the first thing I check when I work on my saws or other peoples. Pretty amazing how gummed up the groove inside the bar will get. Then I clean and lube the roller tips as well.
Good advice about being careful with the compressed air. I do like having a compressor to clean up the flywheel fins and all of the cracks and crevices. Why carry an extra pound of junk on the saw up a tree.