Rotating the chain on a power saw gives high performance when sawing logs, branches and knots. The absence of exhaust gases and the work of electricity allows you to use the tool inside the roofed hangars and buildings for building tasks or sawing firewood. The rating has collected the best electric saws for forestry, building houses and baths from a log house, preparing firewood for the winter and gardening work to care for trees, which will help you choose the machine for your needs with optimal characteristics.
Top power saws
Work near the forest base or at home allows the use of network power saws, where the radius of use is limited to carrying and reaches 30-50 m. At the same time, the cross section of the wire should allow to transmit 2-4 kW of power to ensure proper traction and chain speed. Such saws are used for firewood and construction.
Daewoo DAC S2500E - with a window to control the oil level
This is a powerful professional 2500 W machine for cutting thick logs, which has a wide comfortable handle with a safety start button that protects against accidental pressing and starting the rotation of the chain.
Oil for lubrication is supplied from a special reservoir, which ensures unobstructed movement of the cutting element. In order not to miss the end of the lubricant, a transparent plastic window is provided on the right side, indicating the oil level.
Pros:
- long handle to hold second hand;
- the horizontal position of the engine allows you to lower when cutting as low as possible to the ground;
- so that the wire does not pull the tool there is a loop on the handle, for which you can hook a cable coil and freely pull it with a saw, without fear of tearing the lead;
- convenient mouth for pouring oil;
- 40 cm tire for thick logs;
- 230 ml of oil is placed in the tank, which ensures long-term lubrication;
- to tighten the chain does not require a key, but only enough to turn the mount on the right side;
- 1.3 mm groove width allows using tires with a thick section that are less bent;
- 8500 rpm speed of the power unit;
- the cutting element rotates up to 20.6 m / s;
- good chain in the standard package;
- the price is 5200 rubles;
- high-quality plastic housing;
- 57 links in 3/8 steps for cutting solid wood.
Minuses:
- the tire may have a large vertical backlash;
- The average weight of 5.2 kg allows you to work mostly with hands down;
- very short mains lead;
- there is no smooth start.
Ryobi RCS2340 - for felling trees
This is a professional model for private use, which is best suited for cutting tree trunks with a diameter of 35 cm in one pass. For this, the tool has a 40 cm long tire and a powerful power unit with a rating of 2300 watts.
The auxiliary handle is made in the form of an arc around the side and top of the body, which allows you to take a saw for both vertical and horizontal work.
Pros:
- rubberized handle, which provides a tight hold on the tool in working rag gloves;
- a hole and a hook on the handle for winding the cable and preventing it from pulling out;
- adjusting wheel for instant chain tension;
- oil level indicator;
- emergency stop the engine when you press the stop with his left hand;
- 57 links;
- slotting with a groove of 1.3 mm on thick tires;
- step 3/8 with acceptable performance;
- 200 ml oil tank;
- rotation speed of 14 m / s;
- complete oil for lubrication;
- suitable chains from other firms.
Minuses:
- 5.1 kg weight is inconvenient for cutting branches at the top;
- cost 7,000 rubles;
- one of the gears is plastic, and the second is metal;
- no overload and power surge protection;
- no soft start;
- Permissible continuous work of 15 minutes with a mandatory 10 minute break.
Oregon CS 1500 - with automatic sharpening
This is the best power saw for cutting thick logs or a group of thin branches due to the presence of a 45 cm long tire.
In addition, when it is felt that the links have become blunt, a lever is provided on the tool on the right side, pressing on which the grinding stone inside is attached to the plate. Starting the rotation, the sharpening of the chain takes 3 seconds without disassembling and removing the cutting element.
Pros:
- metal auxiliary handle;
- filling the side of the oil and controlling its flow through the window;
- the wide part for protection of the right hand allows to work in thick gloves;
- it is easy to tighten the chain using the disc on the right
- horizontal motor for low lowering with transverse cuts vertical shafts;
- power 2400 W;
- 62 links in 3/8 inch increments for high performance;
- chain speed 14.7 m / s;
- instantly stops when the stop is triggered;
- 2 year warranty;
- it is easy to fix the sharpening, if the cut cut on the nails.
Minuses:
- short wire, so you need to work only with the carrying;
- cost 7800 rubles;
- capacity for automatic lubrication of 140 ml;
- weight 5.7 kg;
- one plastic gear;
- instant start;
- lateral arrangement pulls the tool to the left;
- Original replacement chains are expensive.
The best rechargeable electric saws
Such a tool works autonomously from the built-in battery and has no harmful emissions into the atmosphere, unlike gasoline models.
Due to the limited amount of time, it is efficient to use it for cutting trees in a garden away from home or at construction at a height so as not to constantly think about the cable.
Ryobi RCS36X3550HI - with a full set for work
This is the best model for working in the garden, because it comes already with oil and battery. The battery is easily inserted from the top between the two handles and will not fall out during intensive operations.
The chain and tire on the instrument are installed from Oregon, therefore it is easily available for replacement. Rubber-covered handle provides a strong grip.
Pros:
- safe voltage of 36 V;
- battery capacity 5 A / h for long-term work;
- 52 links in 3/8 increments;
- high speed of rotation of the cutting element 22 m / s, despite battery operation;
- A weight of 4.1 kg is convenient for pruning branches above the belt level, which is actively used in gardens to raise the crown;
- keyless tension adjustment;
- 190 ml oil tank;
- tire length 35 cm;
- informative charging indicator;
- brushless motor;
- the battery has no memory and self-discharge effect;
- inertia brake;
- automatic lubrication;
- high maneuverability due to the location of the battery between the two handles, which does not interfere with work in different spatial positions;
- fast cutting through a narrow chain.
Minuses:
- 1.1 mm groove width can easily bend the tire when horizontal sawing;
- 106 dB loud operation;
- the cost of 23,000 rubles;
- the chain is quickly dulled.
Bosch AKE 30 Li 2,6 - for remote garden
This tool will be the best for cutting high branches or clearing thickets in the garden, which is remote from the power source.
The electric saw battery has 36 V and is located under the end handle, which is optimal for balance and long-term work. Both handles are rubberized. You can remove the battery only by pressing the red button inside the handle protection.
Disassembling the tire and adjusting the tension are carried out in one touch with the help of rotational rings on the body.
Pros:
- compact size for easy operation and carrying tools;
- fast cutting;
- battery already included;
- electronic and mechanical brake (at the first there is an audible warning signal of danger);
- battery with no memory effect;
- 45 links with a step 3/8;
- good engine ventilation protects against overheating;
- Start key lock.
Minuses:
- weight 5.2 kg;
- high price of 26,000 rubles;
- a short tire of 30 cm will allow only sawing branches and trunks with a diameter of up to 20-25 cm;
- rotation speed 8 ms;
- oil tank capacity 135 ml;
- A battery capacity of 2.6 A / h will require the purchase of a second battery.
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