Chainsaw attachments to increase the functionality of the tool: types, characteristics, photos and videos

Leading manufacturers of household and professional chainsaw equipment offer a number of the latest models with universal properties. A wide selection of chainsaw attachments help you use the tool's working capabilities with greater efficiency.

A significant portion of fairly expensive household tools are used from time to time. The use of a chainsaw as a drive for several types of replaceable equipment allows you to mechanize labor-intensive household work with less material costs.

Why are there different attachments for chainsaws?

Chainsaws are one of the most common motorized tools that almost every home craftsman living in a private home has. Such devices are equipped with high-power drive units capable of reaching shaft speeds of up to 12,000 rpm. These are colossal indicators, thanks to which chainsaws cope with sawing thick and durable wood trunks.

However, for most owners, such tools are used only a few times a year (mainly in autumn and spring), when collecting firewood or pruning fruit trees. The rest of the time, chainsaws lie idle in the garage. Although they can be used all year round, for which you only need to install the appropriate attachments instead of the tire with a chain. The use of such devices is determined by a number of the following factors:

1. Great power of the unit, which allows you to perform very heavy work.
2. Ease of use - installation of the appropriate attachments is very quick and easy, after which the tool is ready for use.
3. Autonomy of operation - any type of power tools are good at home, but in the field they are useless if there is no source of electricity. A chainsaw with appropriate attachments can be used in the field to perform certain tasks.

To expand the functionality of a chainsaw, you don’t need to invent anything. Ready-made attachments for chainsaws are produced by different manufacturers, and to use them, you just need to choose the appropriate option and install it on the tool. To do this, you should first become familiar with the types of devices produced, as well as the features of their correct use.

Important! When installing attachments, do not drain the oil from the chain lubrication tank. This method of avoiding unnecessary consumption of lubricant will lead to rapid wear of the oil pump, which is not designed to operate at idle speed. Contrary to all recommendations, do not allow the oil pump to run idle.

Advantages of replaceable attachments

In the first case, there is a significant cost savings on purchasing a set of household tools for various purposes.

• The price of several attachments is 2-3 times less than the cost of a standard set. In terms of functionality, many branded models are not inferior to highly specialized household analogues.
• Replaceable attachments for chainsaw equipment take up less space; prompt replacement of a standard saw bar with any replacement equipment, provided you have the skills and the appropriate tools, can be done within a few minutes.
• The use of attachments increases the payback of a chainsaw several times. The tool, which is most often used for harvesting fuel wood, can be used to solve many household and construction problems.

Angle grinder attachment for chainsaw for cutting metal

In the field, there is often a need to cut metal. Purchasing battery-powered angle grinder models is not advisable for a number of reasons:

• high cost of cordless angle grinders. Their price is sometimes higher than their electric counterparts;
• low power, so the units are not designed for cutting thick metal;
• short supply of electricity. Depending on the battery capacity, the tool lasts only 20-40 minutes.

Another thing is attaching an angle grinder to a chainsaw. If the farm has a tool, then you just need to buy the appropriate device for it and get a ready-made unit for cutting metal, which can be used both at home and in the field.

The nozzle is a structure that is attached instead of a tire. It is equipped with a spindle for installing abrasive wheels. It is driven by a belt drive that connects the drive shaft of the chainsaw with the driven shaft of the spindle. The belt drive is driven either by a special pulley, which is installed instead of the standard clutch, or by a standard sprocket.

The devices are designed to work with standard abrasive wheels with a diameter of 160 mm. The internal fixation hole measures 22.2 mm. These attachments are called USHM-1 for chainsaws, and their cost is about $50.

You can see what the tool looks like in operation in the video below.

Important! The maximum rotation speed of the chainsaw shaft is about 12,000 rpm, and the abrasive discs are designed to operate up to 9,000 rpm. To eliminate the possibility of destruction of consumables during operation, you should not operate at full power. It is imperative to follow safety precautions and carry out work wearing a protective helmet.

The attachments can be used not only for cutting metal, but also for sawing wood (using a disk with teeth) or concrete (diamond wheels). In any case, such attachments justify the cost of their purchase by the ability to perform work in the field or on construction sites.

Drilling and compressor equipment

The ice drill attachment, simple in design and easy to use, is used in fish farms in winter to supply air to frozen bodies of water. The effectiveness of using combined equipment has been confirmed in practice.

Lightweight, compact and quite productive ice auger - included in the equipment set for amateur winter fishing. As a result of natural selection, high demand for the most successful developments has stabilized.

In particular, the MB-2 Ice motor drill is characterized by excellent performance properties. The nozzle is driven through a reduction gearbox, which reduces the shaft rotation speed to 150 rpm. This model differs from analogues of the same type in that it requires minimal installation time, ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.

The replaceable compressor nozzle is inferior in operating parameters to many household-grade mobile units. However, for the aeration of small stocked reservoirs, the operation of pneumatic paint sprayers and sprayers, its performance is sufficient with a reserve.

Chainsaw pump for pumping or pumping water

Chainsaws come with attachments called pumps or pumps. The advantage of such devices is due to the fact that it is possible to obtain a complete unit for pumping out liquid with minimal investment. The cost is about $40 (depending on modification).

Water pump attachments are devices that are installed either instead of the standard chainsaw sprocket, or mounted on brackets for fixing the tire, and are driven by a belt drive. After this, it is also necessary to secure a special cable to adjust and maintain constant speed. The products are equipped with inlet and outlet pipes, to which hoses for pumping water are attached.

The performance of the units depends on the size of the impeller. Such devices can be used to pump both clean water for irrigation and contaminated liquids, for example, from basements, rivers or other bodies of water.

Interesting! Water pump attachments for chainsaws come in different designs, and their housing can be made of plastic or steel. Plastic structures have a reduced cost, but they are not intended for frequent use.

The performance of the offered water pump models is 4800 l/hour. Most attachments are designed to fit 1.5 kW (2 HP) chainsaws. The maximum rotation speed of the turbines of such devices is 6000 rpm.

Chainsaw winch for lifting and moving loads

Manufacturers offer this type of attachment for chainsaws, such as a winch. Used for lifting and moving heavy loads. An important condition when using such devices is their secure fixation. The nozzle is fixed to the ground using metal pins, which are often included in the package. They are often used in agriculture in conjunction with hand plows and hillers.

Nozzles are structures on a separate frame, which consist of a reel with a metal cable (usually 30 meters), and mounted on a shaft. The shaft is attached to the standard Stihl chainsaw sprocket (used for models MS 180, MS210, MS211, MS230 and MS250). Can also be used on instruments from other manufacturers by first installing the appropriate star.

The side where the winch is connected to the tool

The main technical parameter of the devices is traction force (nominal 400 kgf, maximum 600 kgf). One of the options for using a winch for a chainsaw is shown in the video below.

Interesting! The weight of objects lifted using a winch can be up to 500 kg.

Cutting methods and technologies

There are several ways to obtain products, which determine the quality of lumber and the construction industry where the boards can be used.
Sawing methods:

• Radial , the cutting line runs along the radius of the growth rings. The boards are the most resistant to fracture, but it is problematic to carry out such cutting at home, since you will need to turn over and fix the workpiece several times.
• Tangential cutting is carried out tangentially to the growth rings. The resulting boards have a clearly defined pattern, but when dried they often lose their correct shape and curl along the axis. During operation they do not withstand heavy loads.
• The parallel-forming process is carried out along the fibers; the method is most often used for self-cutting, since it is the least labor-intensive.

There are several cutting technologies depending on the equipment used :

• into collapse - the log is sawn several times along its entire length, each new cut is made parallel to the previous one;
• with lumber - slabs and boards are sawn off from the log one by one from 4 sides, in addition to them, the method allows you to obtain timber from the middle part;
• segmental , parts of the log are sawn off from the sides to form a beam, then the cut segments are cut into narrow boards;
• The sector method is similar to the segment method, but initially sectors are separated from the log.

The specific cutting technology and sequence are chosen depending on the structure of the logs.

Chainsaw cutting options

To cut a log into planks with a chainsaw, you need to purchase factory-made attachments or make them yourself.

In general, the design consists of three parts:

• guide frame, it rests on the surface along which it is necessary to cut;
• a vertical stand needed for attaching a chainsaw and a mechanism for adjusting the thickness of the boards;
• mechanism for adjusting the thickness of the cut with screws and lock nuts.

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Sawing work begins with cutting and marking. By the shape of the diameter, you can determine which side was looking at which part of the world. On the south side the log is thicker. Experience shows that boards are the strongest if the saw bar runs parallel to the “western” and “eastern” sides; this is taken into account when initially securing the workpiece.

Several rules must be followed

• the tree must be firmly strengthened, excluding the slightest vibrations; violation can lead to damage to the instrument, jamming of the chain, and dangerous injuries;
• It is advisable to use chains for longitudinal sawing; they have a smaller sharpening angle (5–10°) compared to transverse ones (25–35°);
• for cutting at home, choose logs of small diameter;
• It is required to strictly follow safety measures, use proper tools and personal protective equipment.

The log needs to be well secured first.
Algorithm for longitudinal cutting:

1. They free the log from bark and branches; even small obstacles when moving the chainsaw cause a displacement of the cutting plane and reduce the quality of the resulting boards.
2. They study the structure of the log using its growth rings and determine the preferred type of cut so that a minimum amount of waste remains.
3. Fix the log on the frame, positioning it in such a way that you begin to saw the upper part in a horizontal plane.
4. Prepare a support for the guide frame, the support will be useful for the first cut, then the frame will rest on the log. Use 2 parallel nailed beams.
5. Using the adjusting screws, the location of the saw bar is adjusted.
6. Having started the chainsaw, moving the device, they begin to cut the logs into boards. As you move from the edge, wedges are driven into the log to help prevent the chain from jamming.
7. After the upper slab is cut, the procedure is repeated, removing the support from the bars.

If necessary, the log is rotated along its axis.

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Before using in construction, finished boards must be dried to 22% humidity. The process occurs naturally or in drying chambers. The boards are laid on a flat surface, placing each layer with supports located at a distance of 1 meter along the entire length.

Cutting on a mini sawmill

A sawmill is a stationary device for producing boards from logs.

There are two varieties . In the first case, the workpiece is fixed on a frame (bed, shelf), and the saw tool moves. Low performance design.

In the second case, the saws are mounted on a rigid frame, and the log is transported to the sawing site on a movable carriage.

In mini-sawmills, the saw element can be:

• circular saws;
• chain saws driven by gasoline or electric motors;
• band saws driven by electric motors.

The highest quality products with a minimum amount of sawdust are obtained using a band saw.

Before starting work, carry out a visual inspection of the machine, lubricate the rubbing and rotating joints. The quality of the saw is checked and faulty and worn elements must be replaced. If the machine has a saw chain, check the quality of sharpening of the teeth.

Cutting logs on a band sawmill

Work algorithm:

1. Clean the log from the bark and visible (outer) part of the branches.
2. They inspect the workpiece, select a cutting option, and draw the lines along which they are supposed to cut. When marking, take into account the thickness of the saw.
3. Fix the log on the frame or in the carriage.
4. The sawmill engines are started.
5. Sawing is carried out according to the technology provided by the manufacturer.

After finishing the work, the sawmill is cleaned and the boards are dried.

Debarker, corroder cup cutter for chainsaw: attachments for wood processing

Special types of chainsaw attachments for removing bark from sawn logs and making longitudinal and transverse grooves are called corroders or debarkers. The products come in two versions: disc and drum. Each option has a corresponding purpose, but the common name debarker is used to designate them.

Drum debarkers are used to remove bark from logs and boards, and disk debarkers, due to the specific design, are designed directly for cutting mounting grooves, bowls and recesses. Let's take a closer look at the models individually.

Disc type nozzles

They are a round cutter with recesses in which the blades are located. Such devices are also called cup cutters. The disc is secured to the spindle using a locknut. The mechanism is driven by a belt drive.

Such devices can be used not only for making grooves in wood, but also for removing bark. However, implementing the latter function will require a lot of time and effort, so it is better to use a coder, the description of which is presented below. A bowl-shaped debarker or figured cutter is used for artistic cutting and making wooden sculptures.

You can see what such a tool looks like in operation in the video below.

The average cost of such attachments is $40-50. However, there are more expensive models that are characterized by highly wear-resistant materials.

Debarkers for drum-type chainsaws

(they are also called coroders and carcinators) are cylindrical elements with several grooves in which blades are installed. The number of knives depends on the modification of the nozzle. There can be 2 or 4 of them. The main purpose of such devices is to remove bark from logs.

Like disk-type nozzles, drum devices are also driven by a belt drive. The principle of installing the corroder attachment on a chainsaw, as well as the features of its use, can be seen in the video.

Main parameters of chainsaw cutters:

• weight. Their average weight is about 3 kg;
• minimum power of the chainsaw engine. It is not recommended to use devices on chainsaws with motors whose power is below 3 hp;
• speed of work. The optimal speed is 8000 rpm;
• working width. Is 12 cm.

Installation of the nozzle is quite easy. To do this, you need to remove the bar and chain, and also replace the standard sprocket with a pulley. Product prices start at $30.

Replacement equipment for working with wood

Milling and drum attachments for removing tree bark and cleaning construction wood from surface irregularities are presented in several types. The most famous are the Bark Beetle and Debarker models, with a working grip from 80 to 100 mm. The cutter attachment specializes in advanced cutting of construction wood. With its help you can plan logs, cut cups and mounting grooves.

The equipment is used in wooden construction for pre-assembly processing of industrial wood. The products are equipped with removable knives that can be easily dismantled for sharpening cutting edges and a set of extended threaded fasteners. The bark beetle attachment is activated from a pulley, which is installed instead of the drive sprocket.

With appropriate drive power, bark stripping attachments can be used to remove knots, sharpen stakes, and create corner locks for log cabins.

With precise adjustment, the bark beetle replacement device can be used as a plane attachment. The quality of surface treatment of construction wood is determined by sharpening the cutting edges of replaceable knives.

Wood splitter for splitting firewood using a chainsaw

For chainsaws, a special attachment is offered that allows you to turn the sawing tool into a device for quickly and efficiently chopping wood. This is very important in everyday life, when large stumps remain after sawing thick wood. It is almost impossible to cut them with an ax. You can use a hand cleaver, but this process will take a long time and will require a significant investment of time and physical effort.

The average cost of such attachments is about $100. The design is used to work with hemp, the thickness of which can reach 40 cm, and the length varies from 40 to 80 cm. You can see what the tool is in action in the video clip.

The device is designed specifically for Stihl chainsaws of the following models:

• MS 180;
• MS 181;
• MS 210;
• MS 211;
• MS 230;
• MS 250.

It can also be used for chainsaws from other manufacturers, but their minimum power should be 2 horsepower or 1.5 kW. It is important to use tools with an external sprocket.

It is very easy to use the attachment, as well as to mount it on the chainsaw. To do this, you just need to remove the bar and chain and secure the attachment.

Interesting! The wood splitter has a spiral shape that effectively bites into any type of wood, splitting it into pieces.

DIY Instructions

Sawmill from chainsaw Ural

Before starting work, a drawing is selected or created, or at least a sketch of the future product. It is advisable that the dimensions of at least the main parts be indicated. This will make the work much easier and faster. It will be possible to immediately cut the workpieces to length, and then begin assembly.

The general appearance and capabilities of the future unit can be selected and seen both in practice, using the example of band saws or chainsaws, and on the Internet in numerous videos on this topic. When choosing options according to the type of which you plan to make your own version, it is better to choose the simplest ones, with a minimum of complications and details.

This video shows the simplest device of this type. We see a pulling cable that the operator winds with the help of a handle, ensuring that the chainsaw is pulled along the log. But at the same time it is clear that the operator not only tightens the cable, but also simply moves the unit by hand. Obviously, a sawmill of this type can be made either with such a broaching device, or in an even simpler version, without it. Then the chainsaw is moved by hand.

The main requirements for any design and material:

• Sufficient strength.
• The absence of large backlashes when the working unit moves along vertical and horizontal guides.

It should be remembered that excessive strength makes the entire structure heavier and more expensive, and too tight a fit of moving parts in the guides eliminates backlash, but can lead to jamming during operation.

Having experience, you can start work without a drawing, or with a simple sketch - a sketch. Work without a drawing is carried out blindly, and unexpected errors often emerge. In addition, all dimensions will have to be remembered or written down on paper. And recording dimensions indicating the location of parts automatically leads to the creation of at least a simple sketch.

After selecting or creating a drawing (sketch), the blanks are assembled. A set of necessary rentals, fasteners and other necessary parts is assembled.

Next, the rolled metal is cut to length, and the blanks are assembled until the entire structure is ready.

We recommend watching the video below for more details on how to make a sawmill from a Ural chainsaw. The author talks in detail about all the manufacturing steps and also gives dimensions. We recommend watching this useful video.

Mini sawmill from Shtil chainsaw

Such units are assembled in exactly the same order and principle as using chainsaws of other brands. But there are a few differences.

The dimensions and shape of the modern Shtil chainsaw are completely different from those of Soviet chainsaws. Therefore, when attaching the chainsaw itself to the frame, fasteners of a different shape and size are used.

When designing, the power of the unit is taken into account. For example, the Shtil MS 880 model with a power of 6.4 kW (8.7 hp) with a bar length of 70 or 90 cm can cut thicker logs of great length. Consequently, in order to use the unit to its fullest, a frame of greater width and length is designed.

How to make a Logosol type sawmill based on the Shtil MS 660 professional chainsaw is shown in the video below. The manufacturing stages are not described, but how it is constructed and the operating principle of the main components is clear.

Portable sawmill from Druzhba chainsaw

When manufacturing a sawmill using this unit, the features of the model are also taken into account. For example, the less powerful “Druzhba 2” is suitable for trimming thin gauges (understock) and does not require a wide and powerful bed. “Druzhba 4” is capable of sawing larger logs, and this is also taken into account during the design.

If the bed is being prepared for any chainsaw, it is advisable to choose a size that is medium in length and width. The mounting location of the power unit must be designed in such a way that a chainsaw of any size and power can be mounted without problems.

We also recommend reading an interesting article about what other useful things can be made from a Druzhba chainsaw.

We recommend watching an interesting video about what type of sawmill can be made using the Druzhba 4 saw. The author talks about how its device works, the principle of operation, as well as the nuances of making it yourself.

Options for outboard motor attachments on a chainsaw

The chainsaw engine can be used as a drive for a boat. To do this, you just need to buy a special ready-made attachment, which is called a “boat motor for a chainsaw.” The nozzle is a device that is equipped with a drive screw. There are different configurations of such nozzles, which have minor design differences.

Their differences lie in such parameters as the number of blades on the propeller, the power of the chainsaw that is suitable for use, the diameter of the propeller, the maximum speed, and the ability to move in reverse. The product is equipped with a special bracket, through which it is attached to the boat.

The attachments are easy to connect to the chainsaw. To do this, you just need to dismantle the bar with the chain, and then secure the device. In order to reduce the speed of rotation of the drive screw, such systems provide a built-in reduction gearbox with a gear ratio of 2:1. The average speed of a boat with these types of attachments is up to 20 km/h, and fuel consumption is about 1 liter per hour. The design provides the ability to change direction, which is achieved thanks to the movable connection of the bracket with the nozzle body. The rotation angle does not exceed 180 degrees.

These attachments are suitable for installation on Stihl chainsaws (MS180, MS181, MS210, MS211, MS230, MS250), as well as models from Carver, Forza, Partner and Husqvarna.

The type of outboard chainsaw motor shown in the photo above costs between $80 and $100. However, there are also more advanced models, for example, from the Bristol company.

The peculiarity of this attachment is that it almost completely replaces a boat motor. It has a function not only for changing direction, but also for reversing. In addition, the change in direction occurs using the handle, and the increase/decrease in speed is adjusted from a hand-held device located on the handle. The disadvantage of such a nozzle is its high cost, as well as its lack of free sale in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus.

What attachments are there for chainsaws?

Today, a large selection of chainsaw attachments have been developed by manufacturers and are commercially available. More specifically, for your saw you can buy:

1. Boat motor attachment.
2. Winch.
3. Pump.
4. Motor drill.
5. Wood splitter
6. Device for cutting boards.

If you like to make things with your own hands, then the saw will be an excellent assistant, because it can be used as a power unit for your inventions. For example, the video below shows how you can make a go-kart for your child from a simple chainsaw. It's very interesting and not as difficult as it seems.

And the next video shows a homemade snow blower, the engine of which is a Shtil chainsaw. The idea is very good, but the snow blower is a little unfinished, but it is still able to make cleaning the territory of a private house easier.

Now let’s look at each of the attachments in more detail, look at the pros and cons of use, and draw a conclusion about how the use of the attachment affects the life of the chainsaw and its performance.

boat motor

The attachment is designed for installation on small rubber boats with a transom. Characteristics:

1. Gear ratio 1:2.
2. Maximum speed in still water is 20 km/h.
3. Three-blade propeller with a diameter of 150 mm.
4. Fuel consumption is 1 liter per hour.
5. Weight when assembled is 8 kg.

Such characteristics allow the nozzle to be used by those who do not need high speed movement through the water, but simply need to get from point “A” to point “B”. It is popular among fishermen because it is light and compact and fits into the trunk of a passenger car.

All necessary fasteners are supplied with the nozzle. There are instructions for installing the nozzle and its proper use.

The main advantage of using such an attachment for a chainsaw is saving on the purchase of a boat motor.

You can learn how to install a chainsaw on a boat motor attachment by watching the video.

Winch

Another useful attachment for a chainsaw is a winch. It can be used to lift loads weighing up to one and a half tons. A conventional electric winch requires an electric current to operate, which significantly reduces its capabilities. A chainsaw with a winch can be used anywhere.

Having such an attachment on a firewood harvesting site, you can load tree trunks, cross-cut into several logs. Also, if necessary, such an attachment will allow you to pull out a stuck passenger car; it is not suitable for trucks.

The cost of a winch for a chainsaw is a little more expensive than an electric one, but its mobility and ease of use make up for the difference.

There are several models of chainsaw winches on sale, which may differ in cable length, size and weight. On average, the length of the cable is about 30 meters, weight no more than 12 kg.

This is interesting: using a plow together with a chainsaw winch, you can cultivate a plot of land with a minimum of effort.

How to plow the ground with a chainsaw and winch is shown in the video. The advantages of this method are that in this way it is possible to cultivate land in suburban areas where there is no possibility of connecting to electricity.

water pump

A special attachment called a chainsaw pump will help pump out water from a flooded cellar, pump up a water tank for irrigation from a well, or simply pump water from one place to another.

The device is quite simple and does not require special skills to install on the saw. Its advantage is mobility and connection speed. In addition to the nozzle, you will need to purchase hoses. Pumps, like other saw attachments, are produced by several manufacturers, so they can have different performance and other characteristics.

This attachment is universal and can be installed on chainsaws of various models and brands. For those who are not used to paying for additional equipment for a chainsaw, you can make a pump yourself.

Motor drill

Another useful attachment in everyday life is a motorized auger (ice auger). There are a lot of options for this console, including homemade ones. It can be useful not only for fans of winter fishing, because it can be used to drill holes for installing fence posts.

The advantage over electric options is mobility, since the drill can be used regardless of the availability of electricity.

Important! To install the drill attachment, you will need to remove the standard clutch and drive sprocket from the chainsaw, for which you need to lock the crankshaft. You can find information on how to properly remove the clutch from a chainsaw on our website.

An adapter coupling is supplied with the saw drill, which is installed instead of the drive sprocket.

Wood splitter

Thick lumps are difficult to split with an ax; to make the process easier, you can install a wood splitter attachment on a chainsaw. It is screwed into the block and, due to its cone-shaped shape, splits it.

The attachment is universal and can work on various models of chainsaws. User reviews about this device are positive, because it really facilitates the process of splitting large lumps.

The cost of the wood splitter attachment is reasonable, currently it does not exceed 1000 rubles. You can buy it on specialized websites or in petrol stores. Installation of this gadget does not require any specific skills; the manufacturers provide instructions.

Jointer

If you need to plane a small number of boards, but you do not have a specialized machine, then the jointer attachment will help you do this.

The attachment is mounted on standard bolts for fastening the tire; instead of the clutch, a drive pulley is installed on which the belt is put. Through the belt, a force is transmitted from the drive pulley to the driven pulley, which causes the planing shaft with two knives to rotate.

The system is very simple and reliable; the quality of processing depends on the maximum number of revolutions of the chainsaw on which it is installed.

Important! Manufacturers do not recommend using a jointer attachment, since with it the chainsaw operates for a long time at maximum speed with virtually no load, which can cause the engine to overheat.

In order to compensate for the lack of load on the engine when using the jointer attachment, you can slightly reduce the maximum number of revolutions. You can find instructions for adjusting the carburetor of a chainsaw on our website.

The attachment is not universal; for it to work, you need to replace the drive sprocket with a pulley; the mounts are different for all chainsaws. Therefore, when purchasing, you need to consult and choose a model of attachment suitable for your chainsaw.

Bark beetle

Another attachment for a chainsaw, which is designed for cleaning tree trunks from bark.

It is very similar to a jointer, is attached in a similar way and has two pulleys and a belt. The main difference is that the bark beetle does not have a stop bar that prevents the knives from going deep, as a result of which they only remove a certain amount of chips.

Bulgarian

One of the most popular attachments, about which users leave only positive reviews, is an angle grinder, or it is also called an angle grinder, but it is not one, because it is intended only for cutting.

Attaches to the standard place of the tire. Not universal, it is selected for the model of chainsaw for which it is intended. Not expensive and easy to use. Consists of the following elements:

• drive pulley;
• frames;
• driven pulley with shaft and disk mount;
• force transmitting belt;
• protection.

The simplicity of the design and standard grinder consumables (discs) made this attachment very popular. Its advantage is mobility, the ability to be used in places where there is no electricity.

By the way, you can read in one of the articles on our website about how to make an angle grinder from a chainsaw.

In place of the cutting disc for metal, which is shown in the photo, you can install carbide ones for cutting concrete and use a saw with an attachment as a wall chaser.

Advice. When working with an angle grinder attachment, the engine experiences significant load, so it is not recommended for chainsaws with a power of less than 2 kW.

The following video shows how to assemble, install, configure and operate the attachment. The video shows that the Shtil MS 180 chainsaw with a power of 1.5 kW cannot cope with the load, and a drop in speed is noticeable. To prevent this from happening again, use more powerful saws.

Motorized drill from a chainsaw for making holes in the ground

If you plan to install posts, for which you will need to prepare holes for their installation, then you can use a chainsaw with an additional motor-drill attachment. This design is completely similar to a standard hand drill, only instead of a handle, a bracket is used to fix the chainsaw. The design of the nozzle also provides for the presence of a reduction gearbox, due to which the speed of the working element is reduced. The gear ratio is 1:56. The result is a maximum screw rotation speed of about 150 rpm. The length of the auger is 1 meter.

Using such a device, you can make holes in the ground with a diameter of 20 cm. Moreover, doing this is much easier and faster than using hand tools. The cost of such a device is about $100. The installation process is quite simple. The kit comes with instructions, which eliminates the possibility of incorrect installation of the product.

The attachment is suitable for Stihl MS180-MS250 chainsaws. However, it can also be used for instruments of other brands with the appropriate power parameters. You can see what the tool is like in action in the video below.

Features of operation

A common limitation of carbide is its sensitivity to impact loads. The carbide-tipped chain is no exception: with sharp and systematic contact with particularly low-yield or abrasive surfaces, fatigue stress will gradually accumulate in the pobedit-tipped chain. Despite the fairly high thermal conductivity of carbide alloys, heating of the tooth body still occurs during prolonged operation of the chainsaw, which causes a decrease in hardness.

The second danger lies in the different values ​​of the coefficient of thermal expansion for steel and hard alloy. Sharpening chainsaws equipped with carbide chains requires the use of a special sharpening tool. However, such chains dull 6...8 times less than regular ones.

When using a winning chain, you should adhere to the following rules:

1. When working with problematic wood (burnt, heated, with abrasive inclusions of cement, etc.), the feed into the intended cut should be slower than usual.
2. As the saw warms up, the feed speed can be increased.
3. Before work, to lubricate the chain, it is necessary to use compounds that do not contain sulfur, since it reacts with cobalt, which is part of any hard alloy.

Sometimes (in the case of wood that is sharply heterogeneous in hardness), for cutting it is better to use old saw segments made of ordinary tool steel, the resource of which is almost exhausted.

Ice drill from a chainsaw: a simple attachment to expand the functionality of the tool

From a chainsaw you can get such a useful tool as an ice auger. The nozzle differs from the device for drilling soil not only in the increased number of auger turns (their length is 450 mm), but also in the type of gearbox with a reduction of 1:10. This device is designed specifically for drilling ice and hard soil. The diameter of the drilled holes ranges from 100 to 150 mm (the appropriate model is selected).

The cost of such a nozzle is about $100. There are many modifications of devices available for sale, manufactured by different manufacturers.

At the end of the nozzle there are knives that effectively cut the ice, allowing you to make holes very quickly. Features of installing the device on a chainsaw, as well as its operating efficiency, can be seen in the video clip.

Chainsaw attachment - drill: attachment options

The advantage of using a chainsaw as a drill lies in two main points:

1. The ability to drill holes in materials where there is no electricity.
2. The high power of the tool will easily allow you to drill large-diameter holes in wood, and at the same time not only gain time, but also maintain the integrity of the electric tool.

A factory-made attachment consists of a housing with a gearbox and a chuck for installing the corresponding drills. Naturally, you can use a chainsaw as a drill only for drilling wood and metal, since the tool does not have an impact mode option. This means that it will not be able to drill through concrete, brick and other hard materials.

The tool chuck allows you to work with drills with a diameter of 16 to 25 mm. The cost of such a device for a chainsaw is about $100. However, the result is not only a highly productive, but also a very powerful tool with great torque. What the process of installing the nozzle is, as well as the features of operating the tool, are shown in the video clip below.

It is important to know that drill attachments are so popular and in demand for chainsaws that they are available in different designs.

A nozzle with a perpendicular arrangement of the cartridge has certain advantages. The main advantage is that when drilling, the user can apply the full force of pressing the tool onto the workpiece, thereby increasing the speed of achieving positive results. In addition, it is much easier for the user to control the tool, which increases the accuracy of the resulting holes.

You should choose these nozzle options if you plan to drill large-diameter holes in solid wood.

Chainsaw attachments: their purpose, advantages and disadvantages

A gasoline saw is a universal tool that has rich functionality. In the household and at the dacha it is simply priceless. Thanks to the use of additional attachments and accessories, the scope of application of this tool can be significantly expanded.

Attachments can be purchased for such chainsaws as Stihl, Husqvarna, Partner and other models.

No other tool can compete with the capabilities of a chainsaw. In combination with a certain attachment, it can be used as a drill, a pump, and even a boat motor. If necessary, this unit can pump out water from a well, as well as cut stone and metal. Some manufacturers have even managed to make a trencher out of a chainsaw, although the cost of such units is very high.

Chainsaws are equipped with powerful and at the same time compact engines that are quite unpretentious to use. In combination with a diaphragm carburetor and a sealed fuel supply system, such a tool is capable of performing a wide range of work. The ability to connect different types of nozzles is ensured by the output shaft, which has a special design.

Note! Most of the components are designed for branded instrument models. These are mainly attachments for Stihl and Husqvarna chainsaws. The range of additional accessories for budget models is very limited.

Benefits of using detachable chainsaw attachments

Replaceable attachments, unlike a whole set of tools for various purposes, take up minimal space, so you don’t have to set aside a special room for storing them. If you have the appropriate skills, replacing a standard saw bar with any removable device can be done in just a few minutes.

The attachments take up little space and are easy and quick to change.

Buying attachments is more economical than purchasing a whole set of tools. Removable devices eliminate the need for additional equipment. When it comes to buying an angle grinder, the price of an attachment for a Shtil chainsaw will be 2-3 times lower. Moreover, branded models are almost in no way inferior to a highly specialized instrument with a similar function.

Using attachments allows you to recoup the cost of purchasing a chainsaw much earlier. If earlier this tool was used exclusively for cutting wood, today, thanks to removable devices, it can be used to successfully solve many construction, household and economic problems.

The saws have a very powerful gasoline engine, which is more efficient than the electric motors of highly specialized tools. There is also no connection to an outlet, making this unit mobile and can be used in the field.

If you have the necessary skills and knowledge, you can make removable devices yourself. To create attachments for a chainsaw with your own hands, you will need sandpaper, a welding machine and spare parts from old tools, for example, a pulley, belts, chains, shaft, etc. On the Internet you can find many recommendations and step-by-step technologies for making such components.

Thanks to attachments, you can save on the purchase of expensive equipment

Why it is not recommended to connect attachments to a chainsaw

Using nozzles has certain disadvantages. This is primarily due to operational and technical characteristics. Chainsaws have a given load level; they are designed to operate in certain modes. For this reason, some tool owners are against the use of additional devices. This mainly applies to attachments for the Shtil, Husqvarna and other prestigious professional models.

The fact is that connecting the grinder attachment to a Partner or Husqvarna chainsaw does not go without leaving a trace. When using such devices, the tool engine operates at maximum speed. And this is done over a long period of time. In some cases, the saw does not have enough torque. As a result, the period between repairs is reduced, and internal parts wear out much faster.

Note! According to research, attachments such as “Wood splitter”, “Winch”, “Corroder” and “Compressor” do not harm the technical condition of a gasoline saw.

The most unsafe types of attachments for chainsaws:

• "Bulgarian";
• "Mower";
• "Boat motor";
• "Boer".

When connecting the attachments, the chainsaw engine will operate at maximum speed

If sanding equipment is used, the air intake filters on the tool become too clogged. The use of attachments such as “Pump” and “Boat Motor” requires long-term operation of the engine at high speeds, which is also not good for the chainsaw.

These disadvantages are fully or partially compensated for by the high wear resistance of modern chainsaws. The negative impact of the grinder attachment on the Husqvarna chainsaw can be reduced by using heat-resistant branded motor oil. It will protect the engine from premature wear.

How to turn a chainsaw into a compressor: a useful attachment

A chainsaw can be used as a compressor, with which you can pump up the tires on a car, inflate a rubber boat, or even use it to blow out parts, such as a carburetor.

It is not recommended to use the device to ensure the functioning of a spray gun, spray gun and other pneumatic devices. Firstly, because such a tool does not have a receiver (a container for storing air), so it needs to function constantly until the task is completed. This will accelerate the wear of internal elements. Secondly, doing this is not entirely convenient, since it is necessary to maintain constant engine speeds, while using the other hand to perform specific work with a pneumatic tool. The chainsaw compressor in operation is shown in the video below.

Brush cutter attachment on a chainsaw: purpose

We continue to expand the capabilities of a unique tool - a chainsaw. Manufacturers offer a special device that allows you to turn the tool into a hedge trimmer. Thus, you can significantly save on the purchase of specialized tools.

The nozzle is a structure that is attached to the tire. Dividing the entire length of the tire into sections using such an attachment facilitates effective pruning of bushes, as well as their leveling.

The cost of the device is 30-40 dollars. The effectiveness of the device can be assessed using the video clip below.

Horizontal nozzle

This attachment gives higher accuracy. The device is a rigid frame that is attached to the chainsaw bar on both sides - at the end of the tool and at its base. The device is suitable for logs of small diameter, not exceeding the length of the tire.

Longitudinal sawing of logs with a chainsaw with such a device should only occur after the log is well secured, since if it vibrates during operation, it will not be possible to obtain a flat surface of the board.

Before you start dissolving the log, you need to give it a square shape, cutting off all the excess. It is clear that there will be much more waste compared to industrial production. When cutting a log longitudinally with a chainsaw, the most difficult thing to do is saw off the first board. To do this smoothly, you can use a special frame, which will serve as a guide and serve as a base for the stop. The quality of subsequent boards depends on how smoothly you make the first cut, since the guide will rest on this surface in subsequent cuts.

Circular saw from a chainsaw: features and purpose

A chainsaw attachment similar in design to an angle grinder is called a circular saw. The essence of its application is to cut wood, which ultimately allows you to obtain a board, batten or timber of the required dimensions.

The device is equipped with an adjustment plate, thanks to which the required size of the resulting workpieces is adjusted. The cost of the nozzle is $50. A saw blade with a diameter of 230 mm is purchased separately.

The device is intended for Stihl and Carver chainsaws, as well as other brands of tools on which you will need to first install a drive pulley of the appropriate type.

Devices for longitudinal sawing of construction wood

In the standard version, saw chains with a certain sharpening angle are used for longitudinal and diagonal cutting of wood. Special devices are no less effective and productive.

A fairly durable attachment for longitudinal sawing, which does an excellent job of sawing logs and boards, costs about 2,000 rubles. This is the approximate cost of four saw chains, which have a very limited service life.

Attachment for rip sawing with a chainsaw or timber jig

To obtain finished boards from even logs, it is necessary to cut the wood longitudinally. And a chainsaw will help the household user in this matter. You can buy a special attachment for longitudinal sawing for it. It's called Timberjig, which allows you to make slats, boards and beams from logs.

The device has a simple design, and is additionally fixed to the tool with an installed bar and chain. The main feature of the device is that there is a scale on the body for setting the appropriate dimensions in order to obtain the required board. Suitable for logs with a diameter of no more than 60 cm.

To use the tool, you will need an additional substrate, which you can make yourself or purchase separately.

Longitudinal sawing with a chainsaw using an attachment

A simplified version of the nozzle is shown in the photo below. The size of the resulting boards is set manually using a ruler.

The need to purchase such a device arises only if straight trees are being felled, from which boards can subsequently be obtained for subsequent sale or household use.

DIY device for sawing logs with a chainsaw

If desired, any such device can be made independently.

The first thing you will need is sawhorses to secure the log. Then the attachment frame and guide.

Making sawhorses for logs is not difficult. The main requirement is their height. Measure in advance the height that is comfortable for you so that you do not have to bend too low to the log or, conversely, work with your arms extended upward.

Making a frame attachment will require more knowledge and skills.

First you need to draw a drawing of the future frame, respecting the scale. Then, from a square pipe with a cross-section of 20×20 millimeters, weld the frame of the future device and weld the clamping elements onto it. It is necessary to make several holes in the cross member for bolt ties.

As strange as it may sound, the most common difficulty in making a do-it-yourself device for a rip saw chainsaw and other similar devices is the lack of welding. Therefore, before you begin, consider whether you have everything you need.

Planer and jointer from a chainsaw and features of its use

A planer or jointer has a similar design to a corroder. This is a nozzle that is designed to plan off an excess layer of wood, which ultimately allows you to obtain even and smooth planes.

The nozzle has a simple design, and its cost starts from $60 (depending on the modification and design). It is equipped with a cylindrical drum (102 mm wide) with two knives, as well as a support frame that allows you to remove a certain layer of wood.

Attachments are available for chainsaws from Stihl (170-250, 260, 361), Carver, Husqvarna (137, 142, 236, 240) and other manufacturers. They fully replace hand planes, increasing labor productivity hundreds of times.

After processing the wood with a plane, its surface does not need to be sanded, which is also an additional advantage.

Chainsaw jointer at work

You can see how such attachments perform in operation in the video below. The video will allow you to decide whether to purchase a plane attachment for your chainsaw.

Having studied the most popular types of chainsaw attachments, you can draw the appropriate conclusions. The functionality of the tool can be expanded, and quite justifiably. After all, most of the attachments offered by manufacturers may be needed by any tool owner sooner or later. And they not only reduce physical stress, but also allow you to increase the speed of manipulations, as well as minimize the cost of purchasing full-fledged tools. Many people resort to making products on their own, but this will require a lot of time, and in addition, the safety of homemade devices will always be in doubt.

Features of a homemade sawing option

It is easy to saw a log into boards using a homemade tool. Manufacturing the equipment is simple:

Diagram of a homemade sawing machine

• As a support, you need to use a frame from a school desk or a pipe with a cross-section in the form of a square, its optimal size is 20x20, more is allowed.
• Build two clamps, mount a cross member with two holes for tie bolts at one end, and make a protrusion in the middle for the tire.
• For longitudinal sawing of logs into boards, it is important to make a support frame; its width must be 7–8 cm less than the length.
• Then two elements 10 cm long are welded to both sides, holes are made for the bolts, and a handle is attached in the middle for ease of operation.
• After this, insert the clamps into the grooves, the tire is installed, and everything is carefully fixed.

Working with a homemade tool is not difficult; for this you will need two sawhorses, they will serve as a support, and you also need to prepare a metal strip or board, the element will be a guiding element. A log is placed underneath and the required height for work is adjusted.

Technique for sawing logs lengthwise

Longitudinal cutting is carried out using a horizontal attachment. In order to get even boards, it is important to use a specially prepared guide; its role is played by a metal lath or a high-strength board.

The difficult part in this process is making the first cut; for this you need:

Drawing of a board cut lengthwise

• Mount the leading ruler; it consists of two boards fastened together at an angle of 90 degrees.
• Place the log on the supports and secure its position firmly.
• Check if the log is level using a level.
• Using self-tapping screws, secure the guide ruler to the supports.
• Fix another guide in a horizontal position; the element will rest against the ground, but at the same time fix the log.
• Saw the log.

During the second cut, specialists may not use a leading ruler; the resulting board will serve as a guide. The second cut is made perpendicular to the first.

Secrets of cross cutting

A crosscut saw is used to produce firewood or decorative interior elements. Sawing is carried out according to the following principles:

Types of cuts

• Place the log in a horizontal position on wooden supports, the height should be 0.5 m.
• Clean it from the bark.
• Using an ax or saw, make small marks along the entire length; they should be located at the same distance from each other.
• Make a cut along the cuts.

Cross cutting does not require the use of special devices or attachments. An ordinary chain is perfect for such work, but its rings must be strong.