3/8'' Pitch Saw Chains Manufacturers

3/8'' Saw Chain Industry Knowledge

3/8" chainsaw chain is a common type of chainsaw chain used for a variety of cutting tasks. The "3/8"" in the name refers to the pitch of the chain, which is the distance between any three rivets in the chain divided by two. In the case of a 3/8" chain, this distance is 0.375 inches.

The gauge of a 3/8" chainsaw chain can vary, but is typically around .050 inches. This gauge is thicker than that of a 3/8"LP chain, which makes the 3/8" chain more durable and suited for heavier-duty tasks such as felling trees and cutting larger logs.

Common types of 3/8 chainsaw chains

3/8 Pitch saw chains come in different types depending on the shape and arrangement of the cutting teeth, which affects the cutting performance and the type of material they can cut effectively. Some common types of 3/8" chainsaw chains include:

    Full-Chisel Chain: This type of chain has square-cornered teeth that cut aggressively and are ideal for cutting hardwoods, frozen wood, and clean softwood.

    Semi-Chisel Chain: This type of chain has rounded-cornered teeth that cut more smoothly than full-chisel chains and are more forgiving if they encounter dirt, rocks, or other debris. They are suitable for cutting dirty wood, softwood, and some hardwood.

    Low-Profile Chain: Also known as "LP" chain, this type of chain has a smaller pitch (distance between links) and a smaller gauge (thickness) than standard chains. They are used on smaller chainsaws and are ideal for light-duty applications such as pruning and trimming.

    Ripping Chain: This type of chain has special teeth that are designed to rip parallel to the wood grain rather than across it, making it ideal for milling lumber from logs.

    Carbide-Tipped Chain: This type of chain has carbide teeth that are extremely durable and can cut through hard materials such as concrete, rock, and metal.