I'm looking to purchase this for grinding down the dogs on chainsaw chain. The stones that come with it...would they work well with Stihl and Oregon
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If you are talking about the part of thee chain that is just in front of the teeth to control the depth of the individual tooth's cut, I would not recommend using a bench grinder of any kind as it cuts too fast. Only small amounts of metal should be removed, and this is best done with a file by hand so as not to take off too much. If you are referring to the Dogs (teeth) beside the bar on the chainsaw itself, why would you want to remove them as they are needed to safely operate and control the saw for best performance? This is a good machine to normal bench grinder usage, although it will vibrate IF the stones are out of balance. If you are talking about the part of thee chain that is just in front of the teeth to control the depth of the individual tooth's cut, I would not recommend using a bench grinder of any kind as it cuts too fast. Only small amounts of metal should be removed, and this is best done with a file by hand so as not to take off too much. If you are referring to the Dogs (teeth) beside the bar on the chainsaw itself, why would you want to remove them as they are needed to safely operate and control the saw for best performance? This is a good machine to normal bench grinder usage, although it will... » Read More If you are talking about the part of thee chain that is just in front of the teeth to control the depth of the individual tooth's cut, I would not recommend using a bench grinder of any kind as it cuts too fast. Only small amounts of metal should be removed, and this is best done with a file by hand so as not to take off too much. If you are referring to the Dogs (teeth) beside the bar on the chainsaw itself, why would you want to remove them as they are needed to safely operate and control the saw for best performance? This is a good machine to normal bench grinder usage, although it will vibrate IF the stones are out of balance. « Show Less
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Yes but holding the chain with pliers would be needed. Years ago when I was in logging I used my electric chain grinder for chainsaw chain to also do the dogs. Be careful, if you are not an experienced sawyer-faller and if you grind the dogs to low you we increase the inertia or kick back of the saw. I kept my dogs cut to 0.025 (25 thousands) below the lowest point in the chisel tooth. Grinding dogs should be a critical depth that an electric chainsaw chain grinder can produce. An open grinder will NOT give you precision grinding on the guide teeth/dogs.
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I have never ground down dogs on a chain saw. the grinder seems to do a pretty good job though I don't use it a lot.
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All my saws are Stihl and while different lengths which is no mind, have the same pitch which is the controlling number. So mine are all 3/8 pitch and that is the size grind wheel i use. Given where the cut of the chain is on the outside and in the cut curl i imagine you could pretty reasonably muddle through a wider pitch chain if you were consistent in your sharpening attack.
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Standard angle is 30 degrees, you can see in the photo closeup that the 30-degree angle is marked on the guide. There's a table that shows chain pitch mapped to stone size in the instructions that come with the kit, but the stone size corresponds to the round file diameter required for your chain pitch--check your Stihl chain saw manual or the box the chain came in to find out what pitch your chain is and what size file is required.
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I have no experience with working with rocks or garden stones, so my answer is based on what I know about the Dremel Stylus. This tool is certainly very amendable to a variety of craft projects, and I use it for polishing Premo or Sculpley clay. I have found during long bouts of sanding, smoothing and polishing, the Stylus overheats, and shuts off automatically to prevent the motor from burning out. So, if that's happening in my small scale usage, I think it will happen even more often for you and leave you feeling frustrated. If the return policy on the purchase allows you to return within 30 - 90 days and you're willing to give it a whirl, then buy it. It is very lightweight, affordable and versatile. I love mine and love finding new uses for it every day. I hope my response helps you. P.S. Contact Dremel's Customer Service and see what they have to say! Good luck to you!
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I'm from Minnesota so I'm not experienced with chainsaws on bamboo shoots, but this saw has been extremely effective for me with small trees and brush in a similar north woods setting. I would think it would be an excellent tool for bamboo shoots, as long as they are about 2 or 3 inches in diameter.
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Wildwood Mower & Saw, Inc, Wildwood, FL sold me an Oregon 91PX052G chain. They said it would work fine. Just have it as a back-up, so can't truly vouch for it. Saw still starts easily and works strong. Didn't ask for a bar, so can't answer.
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If its a straight shaft style should work fine. I have a weed eater feather light works great cut through 1-1.5 inch branches. Kicks butt on those gator blades.
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I do not know, but Oregon customer service is very bad. I asked them which chain model number to use with my Wen chains saw. When I got it I noticed it was too loose and kept on throwing the chain. Would not recommend Oregon chains. I think it would be much better to use the one from the chainsaw manufacturer. I have had very good results from the Worx 16-inch electric chainsaw and its replacement cutting chain.
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Should work just fine. I would use the American stone for that knife. I have used it on my folding knives.
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I recently bought one and yes 3 discs which will sharpen any chain.The largest disc is for harvester chain which is what Im using it for.
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Certainly, no problem! Any chain will work, its only the length of chain that matters! Oregon is a good quality chain, also
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I can't see any reason why you would need a larger wheel. The wheel is certainly larger than anything you'd want to sharpen as it's only the angle or pitch that needs adjustment. So this should do the job on any of your chains.
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Depends on how many times you use it. Be sure the chain stays taught on the bar or you over sharpen the chain and groove the stone excessively. I have not changed my stone since i put it on (getting close). Sharpen the chain when really needed NOT when you think it should. See OREGON POWER SHARP web site for more information. Happy wood cutting.
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I use this as an attachment to a Troy-Bilt 4 cycle TB525CS trimmer. It works well with that. The attachments (tiller, edger, trimmer) connect to an E-Z Link Coupler. I believe the question here relates to the E-Z Link Coupler. The research I've done tends to steer me to products called TrimmerPlus attachments. So far, these attachments appear to be compatible with: Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, and Cub Cadet. These companies - and many more - are owned by MTD. But, Stihl is not one of the MTD family. Sorry to say, after all of the above info, I'd ask the Stihl people. My guess is, they'll say No. JM
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This a safety low Kick back chain. It will not stay sharp too long. The no safety chain has 5 times the cutting power, but you have to use all safety precautions that go with it. Do not cut with the end of the chain in downward motion, watch for twigs, Pretty much else is about knowing the safe use of a chainsaw. I use an Oregon chain in my H 460, and it cuts wood like butter. Poulan should not be any different. Safety and head gear is highly recommended.
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It comes with its own bar and chain. The chain is SPECIFICALLY designed to work with this sharpening system. It will NOT sharpen other types of chains. The PowerSharp chain will cut any size tree in accordance with the size specifications of the chainsaw and bar size. It is absolutely stunning how this simple device improves your ability to cut, since you can sharpen at will.
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No, it's a great tool but it will never hold up trimming an acre of black berries. I would go with the professional globe Stihl or something comparable. This item is designed for light residential use. Thanks and good luck with your project.