When buying a chainsaw, many people have difficulties associated with the inability to understand the technical characteristics, functionality, and operating features. As a result, instead of an inexpensive household tool, a person buys a powerful professional unit, the capabilities of which will not be used even half.
There are also reverse situations when the purchased tool, due to insufficient power and limited functionality, is not able to cope with the tasks at hand.
In this article, we will try to warn you against such mistakes and tell you which chainsaw to choose, taking into account the specifics of the upcoming loads, as well as the available budget.
Operating principle
All models offered on the market operate according to a standard algorithm:
- using a built-in starter, the engine starts;
- the pistons rotate the crankshaft, which transmits torque to the drive sprocket;
- then the rotation is transmitted to the chain mounted on a special tire;
- the chain, due to sharp teeth, “cuts” into the wood, sawing it into separate parts.
Chainsaws are offered in many design options. Let’s consider what to pay attention to when choosing a tool.