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Nozzles and accessories for chainsaws. Stihl saw chains The main types of links

Stihl produces not only chainsaws and lawn mowers, 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 chainsaw models 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 specified. Type is an internal brand designation, thanks to which the company's specialists can determine the type and shape of the cutting tooth, the dimensions of the link and connecting elements. The designation can be full, or it can be abbreviated in capital letters, for example, the Picco Micro 3 chain, abbreviated as PM3.

An ordinary 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 choice, there is an electronic consultant on the Stihl website that automatically generates a list of chains suitable for a particular chainsaw model.

The service is convenient and understandable, but it has one big minus, 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, because the list of models is quite large.

Below we offer you to watch a short but interesting and educational video a video about Stihl chains, their production process and quality control.

Now consider specific models Stihl chains, their marking, characteristics and purpose.

Picco Micro (PM)

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

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

Such a chain can be used on chainsaws Stihl MS, and. etc. The recommended retail price is 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; riveting can be done using a Stihl riveting and riveting machine or similar. Information on how to properly rivet can be found on our website.

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

Distinctive feature- the narrowest kerf. Abbreviation for PMM3. It is recommended for entry-level chainsaws as well as pruners and hedge trimmers. Has three versions:

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

Can be used on chainsaws Stihl MS, 180,. Belongs to the comfort class, because it has minimal vibration and impact.

Important: A chain with a width of 1.1 mm must be used with an appropriate bar, otherwise it will hang in the seat, which will lead to rapid wear of both the headset itself and the guide bar.

1/4″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.1mm

Recommended especially for pruners and compact chainsaws, such as MS 150 TC-E or MS 193 T. flat design. It has three versions, the length of which is 56, 64 or 72 links.

3/8″ P Picco Micro 3 (PM3), 1.3mm

This model belongs to the comfort class, and is designed for professional use on light and compact chainsaws. The chain is characterized by high performance, comparable to the performance of the standard, while at the same time reduced kickback, which is achieved due to the low profile. There are several implementation options:

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

3/8″ P Picco Super (PS), 1.3 mm

Picco Super, according to the manufacturer, is the first chain in the world that has a chisel tooth. Developed by Stihl specifically for forestry professionals. Easy plunge, comfortable vibration level and smooth running. It features a clean cut 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).

It can be used with both professional, semi-professional and household models of chainsaws.

1/4″ Rapid Micro Spezial (RMS), 1.3mm

Designed specifically for figured wood cutting. A distinctive feature is the shortened upper edge of the tooth, thanks to which the saw does not need to be pressed in order for the chain to cut into the wood. It is characterized by high speed and smoothness when making curved cuts compared to conventional chains with a similar pitch of 1/4″. Available in two versions:

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

Rapid Micro chain series

The Rapid Micro chain range includes about 10 types, each of which has an average of three versions with different pitch and width characteristics. Chains of the Rapid Micro series are united by the shape of the tooth and the quality of the steel. They are recommended for use on Stihl chainsaws operating in agriculture(semi professional). Short designation RM.

Rapid Super (RS) line

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

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

Rapid Duro 3 (RD3), 1.6 mm

This line of Stihl chains has an increased resource due to the use of special hard alloys in them. Designed for use in agriculture, i.e. recommended for semi-professional Stihl models. There are quite a few options. Rapid Duro 3 (RD3), 1.6mm available in 0.325, 3/8 or 0.404" pitch. The most expensive chain in this line costs about 2500 rubles. and has a length of 66 links.

3/8″ Rapid Duro Rescue (RDR), 1.6 mm

This is a special chain Stihl, for rescue work, in our country, she received the nickname "Supertooth". Due to the victorious soldering on the cutting edge of the tooth, it can cut wood with nails, glass, brick and others. Construction Materials. where the maximum difficult conditions and the usual chain will be helpless, Rapid Duro Rescue (RDR) will do everything as quickly as possible.

It has a length of 72 teeth, it is not available in other versions, it is recommended for use on saws for rescue operations, for example, Stihl MS 461 R with a power of 4.4 kW. The price of Rapid Duro recommended by the manufacturer is from 9060 rubles.

All prices that we announced in the article are taken from the official website of the company.

We offer you to watch a video that shows 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 cut speed test is being carried out. A regular headset can't cope even with three cuts, while a special one makes more than 10 cuts and remains operational.

Which rip chain to use

From chainsaw users, the question often comes up: which chain is suitable for ripping and whether there are chains specifically designed for this purpose.

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

With the help of a straightening machine, you can make a special one out of a regular headset - facilitating a longitudinal cut. Information on how exactly this is done can be found on our website.

Which chain is better Calm or Oregon

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

If compared at the user level, the Oregon is a little softer, they dull faster, but they are lighter. Shtilevsky - almost all are hardened, the metal is hard to sharpen, but holds the edge a little longer.

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

Reasons for breaking the saw set

Sometimes, while working with a chainsaw, the headset can break. This phenomenon is not frequent, but occurs from time to time. There can be several reasons, the first and most common is heavy wear. During operation, the edges rub against the tire, as a result, the metal is gradually erased 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, tire and drive sprocket should be changed as a set. This will prevent wear, stretching and tearing as a result of increased loads.

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

The fourth and last is the defect of the rivets. common cause chain break is its incorrect connection or reuse of connecting links. If your cutting headset is torn, then information about that will be very useful.

Sharpening machine Stihl

In conclusion, a little about grinding machine Calm. To date, the USG machine is presented on the official website of the company. Sharpening on the machine works automatically, and the feed is carried out manually. The machine is capable of sharpening not only the cutting edge of the working tooth, but also the depth gauge, which is impossible to do on similar machines of competitors. For more information about the Stihl grinding machine and its operation, see the video.

Conclusion

The Shtil company produces high-quality chains for its chainsaws and pruners, which are popular among both professionals and ordinary users. Compared to competitors, Stihl chains are slightly stronger, but harder to handle. manual sharpening, which is not very good for ordinary users, because for sharpening you have to contact a service center.

It is not difficult to find a device for a longitudinal sawing chainsaw on the modern market, you can do it yourself. Which type you will need in your work depends on the location of the cut (it can be horizontal or vertical), the diameter wood material that you will process, the level of ease of use and the accuracy of the cut.

Device for longitudinal sawing of logs

Longitudinal sawing of a log 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 which is to transfer the rectilinear motion of the main component.

The last component was attached to the board on a log that the operator is about to cut.

Such a device, as we have already found out by examining it design features, guarantees the linear movement of the guide bar, which ensures the accuracy of the longitudinal cut.

This device allows you to:

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

Please note that if you 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 an accurate cut. At first, the loose end of the guide bar will go sideways. This will not allow to achieve constancy of indicators and exact parallelism of each side of the board or bars.

A device similar in design is used and, if necessary, sawing the material in a horizontal position. If carried out comparative characteristic, then the device for cutting vertically allows you to get wood elements of the same thickness at the output, which makes it possible to characterize this nozzle as accurate and functional.

Second fitting 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 (structural type - frame, providing maximum strength);
  • the fastener zone can be displaced, 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 in relation to the tire, which also allows you to focus on the required dimensions of boards and beams (first of all, thickness).

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

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

Important! So that during the operation of the power unit and the device for the longitudinal cut, the saw is not clamped, spacers are inserted into the cut, which would prevent the narrowing of the sawn area.

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

To improve the quality of lubrication and avoid rapid wear of the bar, sprocket and saw element, towards the end of the guide from additional system(can be made from a hose and a tank) bring more consumable. In order for the oil to be supplied by gravity, the tank is mounted on a hill in relation to the guide.

Universal device for longitudinal dissolution

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

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

  1. We take a pair of even boards, connect them, forming a T-shaped structure with an angle equal to 90 degrees. This design will act as a ruler, allowing the tool to move smoothly. In this case, the docks must be twisted like this (taking into account the dimensions of the device for longitudinal dissolution) so that the power unit does not touch the ruler (it must be placed at a distance of 10 millimeters above).
  2. Creates a pair of stops that are finished from two parts (L-shaped). These components will not allow the log to rotate when it is cut. For reliability, the boards are fixed with metal corners.
  3. Rolls the log onto the stops (it is easier to roll those whose diameter is relatively small). If necessary, installation big log on the stops you will need to turn to someone for help.
  4. We connect the ends of the logs and stops with 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 attachment has already been installed.
  7. Now we adjust the thickness of the boards that you want to get in the end. Don't forget when setting up given parameter, about the thickness of the saw and the gap between the T-shaped structure and the blade (is 10 millimeters).
  8. We turn the material for cutting in relation to ourselves by 30 (it will be much easier to cut longitudinally this way).
  9. We make a cut along.
  10. He removes the ruler, unscrew the clamps, dismantle the stops at the ends.
  11. We place the T-shaped structure on the plane, which we got after the first cut, fixes 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. In relation to the first cut, it will run perpendicular.

This method can be used for the third and fourth cuts (each time re-installing the ruler) in order to get a roll with a square section at the end.

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

Masters know that any profile that has such characteristics as:

  • high rate of structural rigidity;
  • light weight.

Available materials that meet these requirements are aluminum and duralumin. The best option is a fixture, the manufacture of levels (aluminum) and plastering rules (this element served as a guide). The stucco rules are aluminum parts, although you can safely use another lightweight profile up to the boards and stairs (it's good if it is also aluminum). Of course, an iron element can also serve as an alternative, but then the nozzle will be heavy and inconvenient to use (it will cause a lot of inconvenience during prolonged use).

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

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

On sale there are special nozzles for chainsaws, 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 to cope with chocks that are problematic to split with an ax or a boat motor, for walking on a rubber boat.

In fact, attachments are necessary in order to get the most out of the chainsaw, so that it does not gather dust on the shelf, but is used daily for a wide variety of tasks.

Installation of nozzles does not require special education or skills, everything is simple and easy.

What are the nozzles for a chainsaw

To date, it has been developed by manufacturers and a large selection of nozzles for chainsaws is available for sale. More specifically, for your saw you can buy:

  1. Boat motor attachment.
  2. winch.
  3. pump.
  4. Motobur.
  5. Wood splitter.
  6. Device for cutting boards.

If you like to make something with your own hands, then the saw will also be a great helper, 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 is very interesting and not as difficult as it seems.

And the next video shows homemade snow blower, whose engine is a chainsaw. The idea is very good, but the snow blower is a little unfinished, but still able to facilitate the cleaning of the territory of a private house.

Now we will consider each of the nozzles in more detail, we will deal with the pros and cons of using it, we will conclude how the use of the device affects the resource of the chainsaw and its performance.

boat motor

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

  1. The gear ratio of the gearbox is 1:2.
  2. The maximum speed in still water is 20 km/h.
  3. Three-blade screw with a diameter of 150 mm.
  4. Fuel consumption 1 liter per hour.
  5. Assembled weight 8 kg.

Such characteristics make it possible to use the nozzle for those who do not need a high speed of movement through the water, but simply get from point "A" to point "B". It is popular with fishermen, because it is light and compact, it is included in the trunk of a car.

All necessary fasteners are supplied with the nozzle. There is an instruction for installation of the nozzle and its correct use.

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

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

Winch

Another useful attachment for a chainsaw is a winch. With it, you can lift loads weighing up to one and a half tons. Conventional electric winch, requires a electric current, which significantly reduces its capabilities. Chainsaw with winch can be used anywhere.

Having such a nozzle on the preparation of firewood, you can load tree trunks, crossed into several chocks. Also, if necessary, such a nozzle will allow you to pull out a stuck car, it will not work for trucks.

The cost of a chainsaw winch is a bit more expensive than an electric winch, but its portability and ease of use make up the difference.

There are several models of winches for chainsaws on sale, which may differ in cable length, size and weight. On average, the length of the cable is about 30 meters, the weight is not more than 12 kg.

This is interesting: using a plow with a winch for a chainsaw, you can process land plot while expending a minimum of effort.

How to plow the land with a chainsaw and a winch is shown in the video. The advantages of this method are that in this way it is possible to cultivate the land on suburban areas where there is no electricity connection.

water pump

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

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

This nozzle 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 with your own hands.

Motobur

Another nozzle useful in everyday life is a motor drill (ice drill). There are a lot of options for this console, there are also home-made ones. It can be useful not only for winter fishing enthusiasts, because it can be used to drill holes for installing fence posts.

The advantage compared to electric options is mobility, as the drill can be used regardless of the availability of electricity.

Important! To install the drill nozzle, 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.

Included with the drill for the saw is an adapter sleeve that is installed instead of the drive sprocket.

wood splitter

Thick chocks are difficult to split with an ax; to facilitate the process, a wood splitter attachment can be installed on a chainsaw. It is screwed into a chock and, due to its conical shape, splits it.

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

The cost of the wood splitter nozzle is acceptable, at the moment it does not exceed 1000 rubles. You can buy on specialized sites or in petrol equipment stores. Installation of this lotion does not require certain skills, manufacturers attach instructions.

Jointer

If you need to cut a large number of boards, but you do not have a specialized machine, then a jointer nozzle will help you do this.

The prefix is ​​​​mounted on standard bolts for attaching the tire; instead of the clutch, a drive pulley is installed on which the belt is put on. Through the belt, a force is transmitted from the drive pulley to the driven pulley, which causes the cutter 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 at the time of using the jointer nozzle, you can slightly reduce maximum amount revolutions. You can find instructions for adjusting the chainsaw carburetor on our website.

The nozzle is not universal, for its operation it is required to replace the drive sprocket with a pulley, the mounts for all chainsaws are different. Therefore, when buying, you need to consult and choose the nozzle model suitable for your chainsaw.

bark beetle

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

It is very similar to a jointer, fastened in the same way and has two pulleys and a belt. The main difference is that there is no stop bar on the bark beetle, which prevents the knives from deepening, as a result of which they only remove a certain amount of chips.

Bulgarian

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

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

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

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

In place of the cutting disc for metal, which is shown in the photo, you can install carbide for cutting concrete and use a saw with a nozzle as a wall chaser.

Advice. When working with a grinder nozzle, the engine experiences a 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 a 1.5 kW chainsaw can not cope with the load, drawdowns in speed are noticeable. To prevent this from happening again, use more powerful saws.

Nozzles for chainsaws Stihl and Husqvarna

There is no special nozzle that would fit only the Stihl chainsaw and have any unique functionality that others do not have. Everything that can be installed on Stihl 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 particular 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 it is recommended to have a more powerful chainsaw to work with attachments.

What devices can be made by hand

Many "garage" craftsmen do not spend money on the purchase of chainsaw attachments, but make them on their own. In fact, there is nothing complicated in them and almost everything can be made by hand. All that is needed for this is a welding machine, emery and the necessary knowledge and experience, spare parts from old tools and mechanisms can also be useful, for example: chains, belts, pulleys, shafts, etc.

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

Board cutting tool

In conclusion of the article, I would like to mention such a device as a frame for cutting boards with a chainsaw. In fact, this is a mini sawmill that you can assemble on your site, install a chainsaw in it and dissolve tree trunks on boards.

There are a lot of options for sawmills from chainsaws, there are factory ones, such as LOGOSOL, there are home-made ones. We invite you to watch a video about the work of a home-made, budget sawmill from a chainsaw.

Conclusion

A chainsaw is capable of performing not only a transverse or longitudinal cut of a tree, it enables creativity and inventions on its basis of many useful tools and devices in the household, makes it possible to facilitate everyday work or even relax for pleasure.

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

A chainsaw is a tool that is designed for cutting firewood and should be in every household. A special attachment for a chainsaw will help increase the potential of the tool. If you supplement the device with special nozzles, it will turn out a boat motor, a wood splitter and much more.

Longitudinal sawing device

Sometimes during construction or renovation wooden structures cutting wood is required. It is expensive to buy such equipment for homework, so you can assemble it yourself. A device for longitudinal sawing of logs with a chainsaw will help to prepare a large number of boards and lumber.


Before proceeding with the assembly of the tool, you need to prepare the drawings and carefully study them. The whole structure consists of a simple frame and a guide. To make the cut even, the guide is fixed on both sides of the base. Manufacturing process:

  1. From square pipe make a frame. Cross section - 20 × 20 mm. You can use a simple children's desk.
  2. The size of the clamping part should be from 50 to 60 cm. It is positioned so that the end of each part forms the basis for the next mechanical unit (crossbar). In order for the cross member to hold securely, it is welded to the structure.
  3. To install the bolt ties in the crossbar, holes are made with an electric drill. To mount the tire at the center point of the crossbar, a small protrusion is left.
  4. Similar fasteners are installed at the top of the structure. In this case, the width of the bolt clamps must be greater than the height of the tire.
  5. The support frame (width 10 cm less than the length) is made rectangular. Holes for nuts are made on both sides, 2 pieces of 10 cm each are attached perpendicularly. welding machine nuts are welded to the support frame.
  6. To facilitate the longitudinal sawing of logs with a chainsaw, the structure is equipped with handles. To do this, a pre-bent metal part is welded to it.
  7. Then all the finished parts of the structure are assembled together. To do this, clips and a chainsaw tire are inserted into the inguinal parts. What width the blanks will turn out depends on the gap between the sidewall of the frame and the tire. Therefore, it is important to fasten the chainsaw tire correctly.

To increase the speed and quality of sawing, a chain for longitudinal cutting of products is installed on a chainsaw for longitudinal sawing.

Other fixtures

Accessories for chainsaws in the store are presented in a large assortment. Devices have their advantages and disadvantages, which affect the performance of the device in different ways. In order not to spend money on their purchase, you can make a device from accessories for a chainsaw with your own hands. For inventors who like to craft at home, such a tool will become an indispensable tool.

boat motor

A device in the form of a motor is often used by fishermen. This is a compact device that easily fits in the trunk of a car and is able to develop a high speed of movement. They are equipped with rubber boats with transoms up to 380 mm high. Specifications:


  • weight - 8 kg;
  • fuel consumption - 1 l / h;
  • movement speed - up to 20 km / h;
  • gearbox - 2:1 (gear ratio);
  • propeller with 3 blades - 15 cm in diameter.

The disadvantage is high noise. The device is equipped with fasteners and instructions for use. The instructions also show how to properly install the outboard motor on the chainsaw.

Winch

The chainsaw winch is designed to lift loads up to 1.5 tons. Unlike electric saws, this device does not need electricity and can be used anywhere. Average weight nozzle is 12 kg, and the length of the cable is 30 m. With it, you can:


  • pull out all stuck cars, except for trucks;
  • load complete tree trunks;
  • haul cars onto a tow truck;
  • to carry a plow in the garden.

Winches for chainsaws come in several types. Models differ from each other in weight and dimensions, as well as the length of the cable. The fixture costs more than an electric model.

water pump

The pump is a universal nozzle that is suitable for all chainsaw models. It is compact, easy to mount on the saw and connect. With its help you can:


  • pump out water (flooded cellar, etc.);
  • fill containers with water;
  • pump water.

Hoses are not included with the nozzle, so they will have to be purchased separately. Depending on the manufacturer, specifications and performance of the device are different.

Motobur

The attachment of a motor drill or ice ax is often used by winter fishing enthusiasts. With its help, you can drill holes with a diameter of 20 to 35 cm. The nozzle is able to reduce the speed of the chainsaw to the standard speed of the drill thanks to the built-in gearbox. The device has 2 types of gearbox and drive:


  • worm;
  • V-belt.

In addition to drilling holes, the nozzle makes holes. To fix the drill, stop the crankshaft. Then the saw is dismantled by removing the drive sprocket with the clutch. It is replaced with an adapter, which is included in the kit with a nozzle.

wood splitter

The wood splitter is designed for splitting thick chocks. The nozzle has a conical shape and is installed on the saw. The conical end of the device is screwed into the log, after which it splits. This is a multifunctional model that is suitable for all kinds of chainsaws. You can buy the product at points of sale of petrol tools or on websites. The cost of the device varies within 1000 rubles. Instructions for installation and operation of the wood splitter are included in the kit.


Jointer

The product is designed for planing boards. This is a simple and reliable prefix, which is fixed with simple bolts. The clutch is replaced with a drive pulley, and then a belt is put on it. The cutterhead is started by means of this belt. The shaft is equipped with 2 knives. How more revs the saw used, the better the processing of the boards will be. Disadvantages of the device:


  1. In order not to spoil the saw, manufacturers recommend not using a jointer, as the engine burns out because of it. If during operation the number of revolutions of the saw is reduced, then breakage can be avoided.
  2. This nozzle is not universal. To attach it to a chainsaw, remove the drive sprocket and put on a pulley. And since each chainsaw has its own holder, the jointer is used only on some models.

bark beetle

With the help of a bark beetle nozzle, they clean off the bark of trees, branches and various growths. According to the method of installation and appearance the device looks like a jointer. It consists of a belt and two pulleys. The thrust bar, which the jointer has and does not allow the knives to go deep, is absent on the bark beetle.


Bulgarian

The grinder is the cheapest and easiest nozzle to use, which is very popular with users. It is not universal and is not suitable for all models of chainsaws.

The device consists of:

  • pulley (leading and driven with a shaft);
  • frames;
  • belt;
  • protective case.

The grinder is installed on the saw instead of the tire. The nozzle gained popularity due to its simple design and standard discs. This is a mobile device that is used in places without electricity. Not only a cutting disc for cutting metal is installed on the grinder, but also a carbide disc for reinforced concrete. With it, the tool turns into a wall chaser. Do not attach the attachment to a tool that has a power supply of less than 2 kW, as its motor will be under heavy load and burn out.

Leading manufacturers of household and professional chainsaws offer a range of the latest models with versatile features. Represented wide choice chainsaw attachments help to use the working capabilities of the tool with more efficient.

A significant part of a fairly expensive household tool is 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 chores with less material costs.

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

Most of the assortment of nozzles is focused on completing branded models. The possibilities of budget chainsaws in this regard are very limited.

  • Even a small set allows you to mechanize a significant part of the chores associated with special processing wood and metal, drilling wells, caring for ornamental shrubs.
  • The use of the saw as a boat motor, lawn trimmer, power cutter or household compressor is not ruled out.
  • The efficiency of the use of replacement equipment is facilitated by stable traction characteristics and the efficiency of power units, the adaptation of branded chainsaw equipment to difficult climatic factors.

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

Combination of angle grinder and power cutter


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

Diameter emery wheel selected depending on the engine power and the features of the upcoming work. Nozzle petrol cutter UShM-1 perfectly copes with abrasive cutting of natural and artificial tile-facing materials, metals, cleaning of welding joints.

UShM-1 works with standard and diamond wheels up to 20 cm in diameter, with a bore of 22 mm. An abrasive nozzle for cutting metal can be a good addition to the tools of a home workshop or a small car service equipment.

Chainsaw as a drive for a light boat

Popular nozzle " boat motor» is activated by means of a gearbox and a pulley extension, which is mounted instead of the drive sprocket. Depending on the engine power, a boat equipped with a two- or three-blade propeller can pick up speed up to 20 km / h.

Drilling and compressor equipment

Simple in design and easy to use, the ice drill nozzle is used in fish farms in winter to supply air to frozen reservoirs. The effectiveness of the use of combined equipment has been confirmed in practice.

Lightweight, compact and sufficiently productive ice drill is included in the equipment kit for amateur winter fishing. As a result of natural selection, a high demand for the most successful developments.

In particular, excellent operational properties characterized by a motor drill MB-2 Ice. The nozzle is driven through a reduction gear that reduces the shaft speed to 150 rpm. This model differs from similar analogs by the minimum installation time, ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.

The replaceable nozzle of the compressor is inferior in terms of operating parameters to many mobile household-class units. Nevertheless, for aeration of small stocked reservoirs, the operation of pneumatic paint saws and sprayers, its performance is more than enough.

Interchangeable equipment for working with wood


Milling and drum nozzles for removing tree bark and cleaning construction wood from surface irregularities are represented by several types.
The most famous models are Bark beetle and Debarker, with a working grip from 80 to 100 mm. The Koroder nozzle is specialized in extended cutting of construction wood. With it, you can plan logs, cut out cups and mounting grooves.

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

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

With fine tuning, the bark beetle interchangeable device can be used as a planer attachment. The quality of the surface treatment of construction wood is determined by the sharpening of the cutting edges of the 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 lifespan.

Replaceable household equipment


This list includes devices designed for the care of ornamental shrubs and lawns. The brush cutter attachment will help to tidy up a living fence or clear the area from young growth in a short time.

The removable rotary trimmer attachment is inferior to a household lawn mower only in terms of ease of operation. Its design allows you to process lawn areas with a sufficiently high quality and in the shortest possible time.

Traction devices


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

In the operational capabilities of the traction device:

  • skidding of fallen trees;
  • pulling out stuck vehicles;
  • lifting works and movement of non-standard cargo by dragging or using rollers;
  • plowing heavy soils on hard-to-reach land for tractor equipment.

Willingly complete their cars with chainsaws with winch equipment motorists living in regions with bad roads.

Chainsaw as a pumping unit


The autonomy of the petrol drive is highly valued in irrigated 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 production farms, for irrigating crop areas, as well as drawing water from wells and artesian wells.

Alternative developments

As the popularity of replacement chainsaw equipment grows, new options are being developed. The list of proposals was replenished with several types of removable nozzles Wood splitter. The device is a rotating conical rod with a screw thread.

Advantages of interchangeable nozzles

In the first case, there is a significant savings on the purchase of a set household tools for different purposes.

  • The price of several nozzles 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 counterparts.
  • Replaceable nozzles for chainsaw equipment occupy less space, prompt replacement of a standard saw bar with any interchangeable equipment, if you have the skills and the appropriate tool, is done within a few minutes.
  • The use of nozzles increases the payback of the chainsaw several times. The tool that is most often used for harvesting fuel wood can be used to solve many household and construction problems.

Flaws

The technical and operational characteristics of chainsaws are focused on a given level of workloads and special operating modes. Some owners of prestigious professional chainsaws oppose the use of attachments.

Refusal is motivated by necessity long work engines at maximum speed, in some cases - a lack of torque, a forced reduction in the overhaul life.

As a result of the research, models of cable winches, bark cleaners, wood splitters and compressors were recognized as nozzles that are safe for the resource and technical condition.

  • In particular, work with angle grinders, the air intake filter is intensively clogged.
  • The installation of boat equipment and a pump nozzle involves a long time of operation of a 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 motor resource of chainsaws from 1500 to 2000 or more hours. The use of heat-resistant branded motor oils also positively affects the durability of engines.