What do the numbers on a chain mean?
If you are replacing a Stihl® chain, you can look at the numbers on the side of the chain to determine pitch, gauge, and other characteristics of the chain. Example: Your chain has the number 33RM2 stamped in the side of it. The first number represents the pitch: 1 = 1/4″ 2 = 0.325″
What do the numbers on an Oregon chain mean?
Pitch. Chain pitch is the size of the chain and is defined as the distance between any three consecutive rivets divided by two. Oregon chain is made in several pitches – 1/4″ is the smallest, 3/8″ is the most popular, and 3/4” is the largest.
What size chain is 3 8?
Cut Chain
| Nominal Chain Size (A) | WLL (lbs)* | Max Single Length Shippable by UPS |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4″ | 1450 | 196 ft |
| 5/16″ | 2200 | 146 ft |
| 3/8″ | 3550 | 85 ft |
| 1/2″ | 4600 | 51 ft |
What size is 404 chain?
Technical specifications
| Technical specifications | Value |
|---|---|
| Drive link thickness | 1,6mm/.063″ |
| Chain pitch | 10,26mm/.404″ |
How do you read a chain number?
Chain Dimensions Chain types are identified by number; ie. a number 40 chain. The rightmost digit is 0 for chain of the standard dimensions; 1 for lightweight chain; and 5 for rollerless bushing chain. The digits to the left indicate the pitch of the chain in eighths of an inch.
What does 72 mean on an Oregon chainsaw chain?
72 = 3/8 pitch .050 gauge or 1.3mm. 73 = 3/8 pitch .058 gauge or 1.5mm.
What pitch is 404 chainsaw chain?
Oregon 68CL is part of the PowerCut product line of professional chainsaw chains. 68CL is a square ground chisel chain in the standard (full comp) sequence….SKU.
| Pitch | .404″ |
|---|---|
| Gauge | .063″ (1.6mm) |
| Cutter Type | Square Chisel |
What is a 3/8 chainsaw chain?
3/8″ low-profile chains typically fit chainsaws whose guide bars are 18″ or shorter in length, which are the majority of medium-use, non-professional application chainsaws such as a homeowner might own. .