How to choose a chainsaw for home - practical advice on all aspects

Practically any technical device, various devices and mechanisms are classified according to their specific use.For home use are purchased, usually products from the group "household" (amateur). If a chainsaw is needed only for firewood (for example, for the bathhouse), pruning of large trees or small construction, it makes no sense to spend money on a professional chainsaw.And the products of the "semi-professional" category is not always used to the maximum.

By the way, this distinction - informal.Even the experts do not answer how exactly the parameters must comply with a chainsaw on a certain class.All specifications are to a certain extent, so the choice is made individually, but with all the features of the model.

Consider the basic criteria for the evaluation is the simplest chainsaws, for "home and family".What to look for, what to consider pokupatelyu- "lover" - about this and talk.It should be noted that in experienced hands, even the simplest household chainsaw model can be an excellent alternative to many carpentry tools - ax, chisel, "swotting" and some others.With skillful with her treatment - a truly versatile product.

Power

Practice shows that for domestic purposes it is sufficient to 2 kW.This drink is easily cope with any board, the beam or with a very thick log.

bus

is the name of the instrument, which is attached to the chain.Clearly, the longer the bus, the thicker the preforms can operate.If the site is not intended to grandiose "felling" century-old trees, and the need to focus on the cross-section is the boards or logs, which usually have to work.

And with this parameter (best value) we have already decided.Therefore, at low power, and too much of the tire will have to make some effort when cutting.Therefore, increase wear and tear, including cutting part and reduced turnaround time for products.And consumption of "fuel" will increase significantly.

for each model is determined by the maximum permitted length of the bus, which is more than can not be put.This is indicated in the documentation for the sample.For household drinking they usually up to 40 cm. In fact, more and is not required.

Chain

is necessary to pay attention to the step.It happens at 0.325;3.8 and 0.404 (inches).For the "household" is used most often drank the first option - 0,325.It features low vibration, as is intended only for short-term work.

Protection

primarily from kickback.By the way, almost all cases of injury when cutting associated with this feature of the tool.Got tire tip on a hard surface, and immediately - "bounce".In chainsaws realized one of two types of such protection.

Special brake

On the handle lever has 2 positions.When the saw he leans to the arm.If it bounces inadvertently moving forward and going off mechanism.

Shield

It is located at the end of the working part of the blade.But this kind of protection is implemented only in the products of several manufacturers.

vibration

The amateur models is rare, as most of them - the chain of 0.325.However, some products have special gasket (rubber).This design - additional "plus".Although if the work is short-term, the effect of vibration is not particularly felt.In short, this protection - at the discretion of the future "lumberjack".

Weight

Some models are so light that they can work even a woman.But weight loss - due to what it achieved?No wonder it was noted that all the parameters of the chainsaw must be considered in the complex, and immediately determine which of them - the priority for a particular user.It is clear that if you have to work, for example, at a height, the unit weight of 8 - 10 kg can not do much without the constant smoking breaks.

consumption

fuel Given its cost, the question is not idle.Although it depends on the length with which the saw is used.

Design

The more spaced between the engine and a fuel tank, in order to evenly distribute the weight.Consequently, the work will be more convenient, and less vibration.In addition, experts advise to choose the model, in which the engine is located longitudinally.

Presence service organization in the locality

Naturally, the one that deals with the maintenance and repair is of such models.It is no secret that most purchased products of foreign manufacturers.Consequently, during the operation will need some parts (eg chain) that the market simply do not buy (for a particular model, it has its own).

fact that each chainsaw - a "kit" of components: chain, bus, star and so on.That is why, for example, to collect 1 chainsaw from several parts from different models will not work.

Many users praise the German chainsaw Stihl (Stihl).The cheapest model in this series - «ms180» - is about 5 350 rubles (this bus 35 cm).There are even reviews of professionals, it is the best option for "home and family".Advertising will not, but should pay attention to.

also a lot of good reviews about Husqvarna (Husqvarna).It is slightly different from Stihl, including, and price.

In principle, the range of such products impressive.How to evaluate the feasibility of the acquisition, we have explained.

Practical recommendations

• Experts advise to use a chainsaw only at full throttle.
• When selecting remedies is to stay on the same mask, though vendors offer a lot of different ammunition up to suit.But sky-high prices of such products, and if an amateur saw handled with care, and they do not need.
• «Profi" advised to focus on such a criterion - if weighing less than 4 kg the chainsaw is capable of providing power from 2 kW or more, you should purchase.
• If there is someone of your friends who is not the first uses a chainsaw, a good idea to ask what he thought of her.It often happens that the product is unknown manufacturer for a mere 2 000 is a long and trouble-free.Although much depends on how to handle a chainsaw.

The video is just you can see the story of saws Stihl and Husqvarna:

And the most important advice - first you need to decide for what purpose purchased a saw, and only then go to the store.And there, after looking for a model you like, you need to ask for permission to turn it on and hold in their hands.Convenient, is not "shakes"?Then you can take.