Best Electric Chainsaw | Ranking 18 Popular Models
Updated: 17-September-2023
From felling trees to splitting firewood, chainsaw is a must have tool for professionals as well as homeowners who deal with cutting tree trunks and its branches to shaping logs into woodworking projects. The conventional gas chainsaw is primarily the tool of choice for such applications, however electric chainsaws have changed the game in chainsaw industry by reducing noise, vibration and harmful gas emissions from the sawing experience.
There are many brands making top quality electric chainsaws but the question of what is the best electric chainsaw on the market is not so easy to answer given the wide variety of options available.
Today’s post is aimed to answer this question by comparing and ranking 18 different chainsaw models from different premium and budget brands including 8 small electric chainsaws, 7 normal size chainsaws and 3 lopper type chainsaws.
Our picks include both corded and cordless types. We have also answered some common questions related to electric chainsaw at the end of our post. So, without further due, let’s begin.
Our Top Picks at a Glance
Oregon CS1500: The overall best electric chainsaw corded
WORX WG322 (10"/20V MAX): The best electric chainsaw for carving
WORX WG303.1 (16"/14.5 Amp): The best electric chainsaw for the money
Greenworks 20312 (16"/40V MAX): The best electric chainsaw for home use/homeowners as well as the best for firewood.
Dewalt DCCS620P1 (12"/20V MAX): The best electric chainsaw for overlanding and camping.
Stihl MSA 120 C-B (10"/20V MAX): The best small cordless electric chainsaw as well as the best for beginners.
Black+Decker Lopper LP1000 (6"/4.5 Amp): The best electric chainsaw for a woman
WORX WG304 (18"/15 Amp) The best electric chainsaw for large trees (16” diameter)
Best Small Electric Chainsaw
(10-14” Bar Size) - Top 8 Rankings
Electric chainsaws of 10-14” sizes are best for felling small trees, cutting tree branches and splitting small logs of firewood. Due to their small size and lightweight design, they are well suited for home use and light wood cutting. They are also ideal for wood carving projects. We have ranked our top 8 picks based on performance, safety features, ergonomics and maintainability. Let’s begin.
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Sun Joe SWJ807E
10" Bar | 8.0 Amp Corded Chainsaw
Our Rating: 7.5 / 10
Last but not the least, Sun Joe electric chainsaw SWJ807E is run by an 8 amp motor giving it enough power to cut through all sorts of small wood. It features an automatic oiling system and we have noticed very little oil leakage complaint for this chainsaw vs. other chainsaws we have reviewed.
The unique feature for this particular model is that it comes with a 8.8 feet pole for allowing you to cut branches off trees with convenience. It would have been a plus if it came with a tool free chain tensioning system that is quite common in competitors.
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Black+Decker LCS1020B
10" Bar | 18V Battery Chainsaw | Great Value for Money
Our Rating: 7.6 / 10
Another Black+Decker electric chainsaw makes our list with an 18V system running a low kickback Oregon bar and chain at 11.48 ft/s. This particular model is a bare tool i.e. Black+Decker sells batteries and chargers separately.
One particular thing we would highlight for this chainsaw is its automatic oiling system that has a little catch. Yes, it is automatic, however, its oil cap has a primer bulb that needs to be used for manually pumping the oil into the system every few cuts to keep the chain well lubricated – an intervention not needed in competitor models.
Whether you are clearing your yard after a storm, cutting firewood in winters or trimming tree limbs and branches up to 6” in diameter, this chainsaw will fit your needs. If you’ve got multiple batteries, you can covert those wet green maples into logs with this chainsaw pretty easily. Or maybe use it for trimming your big money trees, this chainsaw will get the job done.
its overall performance and features make it a good choice for occasional and DIY use requiring light wood cutting.
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Black+Decker LCS1240B
12" Bar | 40V Max Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 7.8 / 10
This Black+Decker battery powered chainsaw is designed for light duty applications including pruning, trimming and cutting small logs. Its low kickback Oregon bar and chain runs at 16.4 ft/s to give decent cutting performance on a wide variety of home based and DIY applications.
Although Black+Decker gives only a 2 year warranty (for home use) but for this particular model, the warranty has been extended to 3 years with the same condition i.e. home use. It does have some oil leakage complaints due to which we’d recommend storing it after draining its oil reservoir, however, it gives decent performance overall in occasional light duty use. Battery and charger are sold separately for this particular model.
Whether you are converting fallen trees to firewood or you are a homeowner using the chainsaw for maintenance of property and clearing out mature honeysuckle thickets, this chainsaw will fit your needs. It will be great at sawing up anything from pine, fir, cedars and 8” Norway maples to mesquite trees.
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WORX WG322
10" Bar | 20V Max | Best Electric Chainsaw for Carving Wood | Great for Women
Our Rating: 8.2 / 10
WORX electric chainsaw is the definition of light weight chainsaw. At only 6.2 lbs. of weight, its chain runs at a speed of 12.5 ft/s fueled by 2.0Ah 20V max battery (18V nominal) that is included in the package. Based on its lightweight design that reduces user fatigue and improves maneuverability, we found it the best electric chainsaw for carving wood. Moreover, the same advantages have returned great positive feedback for women users. However, we’d recommend emptying its oil before storage as some complaints of oil leakage have been received.
To give some examples of its use, it is great for cleanup after a storm trimming tree limbs and branches or maybe cutting some dead ash trees. It’s also useful for cutting 7-8” logs, chopping firewood, cutting 4x4’s in decking projects or just trimming hedges. From trimming your lemon or avocado tree over the weekend to clearing a lot of small trees in your acres to prevent fire, this saw has got you covered.
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Greenworks 20262
12" Bar | 40V Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 8.7 / 10
This Greenworks electric chainsaw 20262 is powered by a 40V max battery system and comes with 2.0Ah battery, charger and blade cover in the package. At only 7.8 lbs. its lightweight design reduces user fatigue and makes it easy to carry and handle. Tool free chain tensioning system, automatic oiling system and kickback safeties make it a very decent overall tool for light duty applications.
Its translucent oil reservoir (for automatic oiling system) gives a very clear visual cue to the user of the remaining oil level. It has returned some complaints of oil leakage during storage, however, at the same time, user feedback for a variety of applications is positive most notably in splitting firewood and being very handy in overlanding and camping experiences. We also found decent amount of praise for the tool from women as the tool is ergonomically designed with light weight build to reduce fatigue.
Whether it is 8” wide tree limbs, tree branches or 4x4’s, or cutting firewood for chiminea, cleaning up hurricane downed trees, cutting oleander bushes and crab apple trees or just keeping the chainsaw in your truck for rural lifestyle, this chainsaw will fit your needs.
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Dewalt DCCS620P1
12" Bar | 10V Max | Best Electric Chainsaw for Overlanding
Our Rating: 9.0 / 10
This Dewalt cordless electric chainsaw is a complete kit with hard bar cover, 5.0Ah battery and low kickback Oregon bar and chain to get you started as soon as the package arrives. At its heart lies a brushless motor powered by a 20V max system (18V nominal) for which Dewalt has boasted up to 90 cuts per charge runtime on 4x4 pressure treated wood.
Weighing at only 9.0 lbs., its low kickback Oregon bar and chain run at a speed of 25.2 ft/s allowing it to make cuts without much effort.
It will perform great in cutting down mid-size trees (anything around 8” in diameter like an apple tree or a juniper tree) and large tree shrubs. It will be of great use for maintaining trails, camping trips (for cutting firewood), clearing fallen trees from your yard or clearing brush and dead trees.
We did notice complaints of oil leakage in storage but overall, its solid performance and great portability with very good battery runtime makes it one of the best electric chainsaw for overlanding and camping applications.
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Makita XCU3Z
14" Bar | 36V Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 9.1 / 10
Equivalent to a 32cc gas chainsaw, Makita XCU3Z is powered by a brushless motor fueled by 36 V battery system. The bonus point is that it is fully compatible with the Makita 18V family of power tools because the 36V battery system is actually made up of two 18V batteries that are the same as used on Makita’s 18 V power tools so that you don’t need to purchase a new set of batteries if you already have one or two other Makita 18V power tools.
Another unique feature is its auto shutoff function that powers the saw off when left unattended for extended period of time saving both its battery as well as acting as another safety layer against unintentional tool starts.
This electric chainsaw will take care of a variety of applications including brush cleanup, cutting storm-downed trees, dropping a 12” maple tree, trimming overgrown cedar hedges, wood preparation for camping, cutting big and hard locust trees as well as cutting white fir trees, cutting palm fronds, working a downed oak tree or trimming trees on acres of your property.
Of all the electric chainsaws we researched, Makita returned the least amount of complaints for oil leakage during storage.
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Stihl MSA 120 C
10" Bar | 20V Max Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 9.6 / 10
Stihl stands among the most respected names in chainsaw industry. This MSA 120 C from Stihl is a 10” electric cordless chainsaw that shows why Stihl deserves that respect. At its heart is a brushless motor powered by a 20 V max battery system (18 volt nominal) for which Stihl has claimed a 100 cuts per charge runtime on a 4 inch diameter wood.
The tool has been designed for homeowners, DIYers and occasional users who need the tool for light duty work. At a very light weight of just 8.2 lbs., its overall build quality, balance, safety features and ergonomics make it the best small electric chainsaw on our list.
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Best Electric Chainsaw
(The Normal 16-18” Bar Size) – Top 7 Rankings
Electric chainsaws of 16-18” sizes are best for felling medium to large sized trees, cutting thick tree branches and tree trunks and splitting firewood. With a milling attachment, they can also be great for turning logs into planks. We have ranked our top 7 picks based on performance, safety features, ergonomics and maintainability. So, without further due, let’s begin.
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Black+Decker CS1518
18" Bar | 15.0 Amp Corded Chainsaw
Our Rating: 7.9 / 10
This Black+Decker electric chainsaw is designed for pruning applications and cutting small logs up to 16 inches in diameter. Powered by a 15 amp motor, it has low kickback Oregon bar and chain that take care of a wide variety of light-duty applications and carries enough power to take care of hardcore stuff as well but occasionally.
From converting a 60 ft. felled tree into firewood to cutting 14-16” rounds of hardwood, this chainsaw will do admirable chain sawing. Whether it is cedar, birch, maple or walnut, this chainsaw has decent power to cut through hardwoods.
It has very low oil leakage complaints from customers that is not the case with competitor chainsaws. Backed by 2 year warranty (under home use condition) by Black+Decker, it comes with hard bar cover. Overall, it is a decent tool for homeowners and DIYers.
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WORX WG304
18" Bar | 15.0 Amp Corded Electric Chainsaw
Our Rating: 8.0 / 10
Another WORX electric chainsaw appears on our list that comes with a low kickback Oregon bar and chain running at 39.6 ft/s by a 15-amp motor. At a comparatively light weight of 11.2 lbs. it is designed for occasional use by homeowners and DIYers that require a chainsaw for light duty applications involving pruning, cutting firewood, felling trees and cutting up logs occasionally. WORX packs this saw with blade protection cover and lubrication oil.
It has plenty of power for its light weight. It will chop fallen trees into logs without popping its chain. Or to take down a mesquite tree and cut it into firewood to fill up your truck. In short, this chainsaw will help you in a variety of chain sawing applications.
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WORX WG303.1
16" Bar | 14.5 Amp | Best Value for Money | Great for Women
Our Rating: 8.2 / 10
WORX makes budget power tools with satisfactory quality and performance such as this electric chainsaw powered by a 14.5 amp motor running the chain at 32 ft/s carrying enough power and speed to receive lots of positive feedback in home use as well as firewood splitting. At a weight of only 11 lbs. it is easy to carry and handle making it a great choice for women as well.
The main drawback due to which we didn’t give it a higher ratings is the excessive oil leakage complaints we found for this chainsaw due to which we’d recommend that before storing this chainsaw, you should drain its oil reservoir to save yourself from cleaning a puddle of oil in the storage area or box.
However, at a price of less than $80 at the time of this review, we found it to be the best electric chainsaw for the money in 16” size. WORX delivers this model with hard bar cover as well as lubricating oil to get you started as soon as you open the package.
From felling 12” 50 ft. pine trees in your acreage and cutting fresh-cut live oak and maple to trimming errant limbs and branches of black walnut and black pine cherry, this chainsaw will give plenty of proof of its power.
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Oregon CS1500
18" Bar | 15.0 Amp | Best Electric Chainsaw for Milling
Our Rating: 8.7 / 10
Oregon is a well known for making low kickback bar and chain for chainsaws and majority of top brands use Oregon’s bar and chain in their chainsaws. However, this specialist of bar and chains has also manufactured its own electric chainsaw model CS1500 that is one of the best electric chainsaws out there.
The specialty of this chainsaw is Oregon’s Powersharp technology that minimizes downtime by allowing you to sharpen your chain right on the saw in 3 seconds or less by pressing a button. It is an extremely handy feature as sharpening of chainsaw’s chain is one of the most frequent maintenance interventions.
Designed for occasional light duty use, it weighs 12.6 lbs. and its 15 amp motor runs its chain at a speed of 48.1 ft/s that can take care of a wide variety of applications in which the job length/diameter is 17” or under. At under $100 at the time of this review, it is the best electric chainsaw corded for the money in 18” size.
It has returned high positive feedback for homeowner as well as for firewood cutting. We also found it to be the best electric chainsaw for milling when used with a milling attachment to convert logs into planks.
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EGO CS1604
16" Bar | 56V Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 8.8 / 10
Third in our ranking is the EGO cordless electric chainsaw powered by a brushless motor and 56V battery system. Tools comes with 5.0Ah battery vs. 3.0-4.0 Ah batteries by other competitor brands. The unique feature of this tool is its IP4 rating for weather protection making it a great choice for rainy day chainsawing.
Another unique point for this tool is the lengthy 5 year warranty EGO offers for its chainsaw for home and personal use – the longest warranty period in competition, however, the same is reduced to 1 year for professional or commercial use.
From trimming hunting and shooting lanes and cutting fence posts to limbing and bucking, this saw does a great job. You can fell something like a 12” beech tree, a 13” black locust, a 14” dry oak tree or a 12” multi-stem Box Elder tree with it without any trouble (but do keep an extra battery).
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Dewalt DCCS670X1
16" Bar | 60V Max Battery | Great for Overlanding
Our Rating: 9.4 / 10
This Dewalt cordless electric chainsaw gives a very tough competition to the Greenworks electric chainsaw at the top of our list. Dewalt packs this model with a 3.0 Ah battery that powers a brushless motor boasting up to 70 cuts per charge on a 6x6 pressure treated pine wood.
From homeowners using the tool for storm cleanup to campers using the tool in overlanding experiences, Dewalt DCCS670X1 has returned positive user feedback. Its 60V max system gives it enough power to be used for cutting thick tree trunks in your forestry adventures.
It has returned noticeable oil leakage in storage complaints therefore we’d recommend storing it after draining oil reservoir. At a weight of only 12.2 lbs. it is easy to carry and handle making it a good choice for women as well. The 3 year warranty with 1 year free service and 90 days money back guarantee from Dewalt are unparalleled in competition.
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Greenworks 20312
16" Bar | 40V Max | The Best Overall
Our Rating: 9.5 / 10
Greenworks electric chainsaw 20312 runs a 16” low kickback Oregon chain and bar with a brushless motor powered by 40V max battery system for which Greenworks has boasted than 150 cuts through 4in. x 4in. pressure-treated pine in a single charge.
We found it to have the highest positive user feedback in competition from homeowners for home based use; campers for overlanding experiences as well people using the tool primarily for cutting firewood. We also found it to have the highest positive feedback from women in cordless category.
Whether it is lifting canopy of a sugar maple tree, cutting logs from a 50 ft. silver maple tree, clearing up branches of Arizona Ash or cutting down a decent sized oak tree, this chainsaw will get the job done. From pine all the way up to Hawthorne hardwood, this chainsaw will prove its power and performance and won’t let you remember your gas chainsaw.
It has returned a noticeable number of oil leakage complaints therefore we’d recommend storing it after draining its oil reservoir.
However, at a light weight of only 12 lbs. its overall quality, performance and ergonomic features make it the best electric chainsaw in category of its size as well as the best for homeowners, overlanding, firewood cutting applications as well as the best cordless electric chainsaw for women.
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Best Electric Chainsaws with Jaws
There is another style of chainsaw that has its bar and cutting chain installed inside a set of jaws. The main advantage of such a design is improved safety as the cutting blade is enveloped between two jaws that will prevent the user from injury in case of a kickback. Moreover, these chainsaws allow the user to perform cutting while staying away from the cut - another safety aspect.
However, these chainsaws are meant for light duty applications only such as trimming tree branches. So without further delay, we give you the 3 best chainsaws with jaws.
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Black+Decker Alligator Lopper LLP120B
6" Bar | 20V Max Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 7.1 / 10
Black+Decker LLP120B is the battery operated variant of the electric chainsaw with jaws made by the company. The characteristic lopper design is same, however, it is powered by a 20V max (18V nominal) battery system that improves its portability. As stated earlier in the review of LP1000, this model is optimized for safety. Its light weight of 6.8 lbs. makes it a great option for women as well. It is available both in bare tool form as well as with battery.
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Black+Decker Lopper LP1000
6" Bar | 4.5 Amp Corded | Best Electric Chainsaw for Women
Our Rating: 7.8 / 10
The Black+Decker lopper chainsaw LP1000 has its unique lopper styled design that improves safety of the chainsaw while keeping the operation simple. It is powered by a 4.5 amp motor running the chain between two alligator like jaws. The tool powers up only after you have pressed buttons on both the handles.
At a weight of merely 6.5 lbs. it allows easy handling and carrying as well as reducing fatigue factor. We found it to have the most positive feedback from women due to these features making it the best electric chainsaw for women for getting around the house jobs done in a very safe and efficient manner. It is a great option for cutting firewood as well.
It does have some oil leakage complaints but overall, it is a very safe and efficient chainsaw worthy of a recommendation. This particular model comes with lubricating oil as well as wrench for chain tensioning.
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WORX Cordless JawSaw WG320
6" Bar | 20V Max Battery Chainsaw
Our Rating: 8.0 / 10
The WORX cordless JawSaw electric chainsaw offers a great combination of light weight design with portability and safety. It is best for cutting tree branches, small logs and clearing up after a storm.
The specialty of this chainsaw is its design that allows the user to perform cutting while staying at a safe distance from the cut. The cutting chain is enveloped by two jaws that reduces chances of any kickback related injury.
At a weight of only 8.10 lbs, it is a great option for women as well. We also found it to have very low oil leakage complaints. Overall, it is a handy and safe electric chainsaw and WORX packs this model with a 2.0Ah battery to get you started as soon as the package arrives.
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5 Notable Causes of Chainsaw Injuries and Fatalities
More than 36,000 chainsaw related hospital emergencies are treated in United States each year as per the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
It means that on an average, nearly a hundred people visit hospital emergency rooms every day in United States because of chainsaw related injuries.
We checked for some of the common causes of chainsaw injury according to the database of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of United Sates Department of Labor:
Watch electrical powerlines. There have been numerous reported fatalities (not injuries) in chainsaw operation by accidentally cutting a power line while cutting tree branches. More people have died of electrocution during chainsaw use than you would expect.
If you are felling a tree, beware where you stand when the tree falls and don't take your eye off its fall. There have been so many fatalities recorded in OSHA where trees didn't fall where they were supposed to fall and instead fell on people.
There have been many reported injuries in chainsaw use where the user fell from a tree which he had climbed for chainsawing some branches. One incident recorded how the user accidentally cut the rope that was supporting him on the height causing severe injury due to falling down from height.
Watch where you place your feet. If you are cutting a fallen tree limbs and branches, take care if you are standing over a limb or branch as it may break under your weight and cause you to fall.
There have been some injuries reported where the user lacerated himself with the chainsaw because he lost his stability after the branch over which his foot was broke.
Watch your thighs. OSHA has recorded a large number of chainsaw injuries caused by chainsaw kickbacks that often makes the chainsaw hit your thighs causing laceration. Cut-resistant chaps can help to prevent such an injury.
Buyer's Guide Questions
Who makes the best electric cordless chainsaw?
We found the following electric cordless chainsaws to be the best in their respective sizes,
Best 10” electric cordless chainsaw - Stihl Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model MSA 120 C-B (10"/20V MAX)
Best 12” electric cordless chainsaw - Dewalt Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model DCCS620P1 (12"/20V MAX)
Best 14” electric cordless chainsaw – Makita Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model XCU3Z (14"/36V)
Best 16” electric cordless chainsaw – Dewalt Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model DCCS670X1 (16"/60V MAX) and Greenworks Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model 20312 (16"/40V MAX)
Are electric chainsaws any good?
Electric chainsaws will easily compete with gas models in terms of power and performance for sizes up to 18” bars. Within this size range they are very good alternatives to gas chainsaws for light to medium duty jobs such as felling small to medium size trees, turning logs into planks, trimming tree branches, cutting tree trunks, splitting firewood and even carving wood. They offer the advantage of reduced noise, smoother operation, lighter weight, reduced maintenance and zero harmful gas emissions as compared to their gasoline counterparts.
What is the best size chainsaw for home use?
We believe a 16” chainsaw will take care of majority home based applications as it is neither too small for felling trees nor too big for splitting firewood or trimming tree branches.
We found the following electric chainsaws to be best suited for homeowners,
Greenworks Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model 20312 (16"/40V MAX)
How long do electric chainsaws last?
Electric chainsaws only have one major difference in design than gas chainsaws i.e. two-stroke engine is replaced by an electric motor. Electric motors have fewer moving parts therefore encounter less friction, wear and tear than a two-stroke gas engine with various moving parts. Therefore, there is no reason why electric chainsaws won’t last at least as long as gas chainsaw, if not longer. Rest depends on how well maintained do you keep your tool. You can easily find people that have electric chainsaws more than 10 years old working satisfactorily.
Can I put a 20 inch bar on a 16 inch chainsaw?
It is best to consult the manufacturer’s manual to find the bar sizes manufacturer recommends with the saw. In electric chainsaws, we did not find any manufacturer of 16 inch electric chainsaw that recommended upgrading the bar size to 20 inches. However, there is more flexibility in gas power ones. Nonetheless, always counter check it with manufacturer’s literature.
What is the number one selling electric chainsaw?
We found Dewalt Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model DCCS620P1 (12"/20V MAX) to be the number one selling electric chainsaw on Amazon (at the time of review).
What is the best small electric chainsaw?
We found the following to be the best small electric chainsaws in their respective sizes,
Best 10” Electric Chainsaw - Stihl Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model MSA 120 C-B (10"/20V MAX)
Best 12” Electric Chainsaw - Dewalt Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model DCCS620P1 (12"/20V MAX)
Best 14” Electric Chainsaw - Makita Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model XCU3Z (14"/36V)
How often should you sharpen chainsaw?
It depends on multiple factors including the hardness of wood you are using the chainsaw on as well as the cutting chain quality. How quickly the cutting chain becomes dull depends both on frequency of use as well as hardness of wood.
What is the lightest most powerful chainsaw?
At 11.2 lbs. WORX Electric Chainsaw Model WG304 is an 18” saw powered by a powerful 15 amp motor making it suitable for a wide variety of tough applications requiring high torque and power giving it a very high power to weight ratio.
What is a good chainsaw for a woman?
We recommend Black+Decker Lopper Electric Chainsaw Model LP1000 (6"/4.5 Amp) as the best electric chainsaw for women because its lopper design offers greater safety than conventional chainsaws at the cost of limitation in variety of applications it can be used for, however, majority women don’t have those applications anyway. Moreover, the tool is light weight making it convenient to carry and handle without fatigue.
What is the best 14 inch chainsaw?
We found Makita Cordless Electric Chainsaw Model XCU3Z (14"/36V) to be the best 14-inch electric chainsaw based on its performance and ergonomics.
How do you cut a small tree with a chainsaw?
You cut any tree with a technique known as felling. You can find information about this technique even in your chainsaw literature. There are two basic steps to it. First is to make a notch in the tree keeping in view the direction you want it to fall (after making sure that tree will not hurt someone or something when it finally falls). Second is to make a felling back cut that will initiate the falling of the tree. Check out the video tutorial below for better understanding.
(Video Credit: ‘DavidN23Skidoo’ YouTube Channel)
Do chainsaw chains have a direction?
Chainsaws do have a direction of their cutting chain. When you are holding the chainsaw, the cutting edge of the chain on top side must be facing towards you while the lower side must be facing away from you. This is so because as the cutting edge moves around the bar, you want it to carry the wood chip away from you and itself for safety. Check out the video tutorial below for better understanding.
(Video Credit: ‘gredthegardener’ YouTube Channel)
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