As you can see, the file chart shows the various.

Chainsaw file guide chart. How to sharpen chainsaw chain with a file: Place the filing gauge on the chain the arrows on the filing gauge should point in the chain’s direction of rotation (towards the nose wheel). To get a replacement chainsaw, this is all the information you will need.

However, most chainsaw files are designed to be either 5/32 inch or 7/32 inch. File guide with file, 4.5 mm part# 31692. File guide with file, 5/32 part# 37534.

For instance, if the branch is 8 inches thick,. Round file used to sharpen the cutting edges of the cutters. The table below shows the recommended file size for each of the common chainsaw chain pitches.

File and filing device recommendations. This means your chain is 3/8” pitch,.050 gauge, and that it has 72 drive links. File guide with file, 7/32 part# 31686.

16, 18, 26, 27, 72, 73, 75. Once you have the pitch, you can check the file chart to know the right file size for your chain. See the chart below for available sizes and applications.

I have compiled the table based on recommendations of the major. Simplify filing and help maintain correct filing angles. Make sure your chain is adjusted snug against the bar rail.