How to Sharpen Can Chainsaw Blades

Posted by Ashley ash on November 22nd, 2020

It is not difficult to sharpen your can chainsaw blades, but you must be very careful as you do so. If you let the saw end gets too dull, you may not be able to get through your chore without injuring yourself or others. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to learn how to sharpen can chainsaw blades. 

You can purchase blades that are available with multi-blade heads, whether you have a lawn care or chain saw. They come in different sizes for all the different saws so you can make the best decision for the can chainsaw you are going to use. The large cuts are usually the hardest to make, while the thin ones have less difficulty in reaching the sharp spots.

Some people swear by having their bench grinder or rotary tool at the ready just in case the need comes along. If you use a special tool to sharpen can chainsaw blades the chances of getting tired or injured in the process are greatly reduced. Most of the time you can make a nice cut without using the tool, but when it does happen it is best to be prepared.

It is a good idea to keep all the tools in your truck, shed or other area that is close to you. It is a good idea to even consider purchasing a battery-powered tool to make sure that you have it nearby if you need it. If you do a lot of work on your can chainsaw, you may want to get a multi-tool that comes with blades for the smaller cutting tools as well. These are often more convenient and handy than a separate tool for each individual blade.

Before you do any cutting on your chainsaw, be sure to have the correct tools and the correct instructions on the tool. Make sure that you have checked to make sure that the instructions read as they are written. For example, if you want to use the corner pad for the compound mower you must clean the mower by using a buffer spray or soap and water. It is important to be sure that all your can chainsaw blades are aligned properly. This is especially true if you are making a deep cut.

The best way to sharpen your blades is by using a good sharpening tool. This will get all the unwanted edges out of the blades and keep the clean, sharp, metal-like edges for you to use. A good sharpen is the only way to make sure that the saw will have a long life, while at the same time making sure that the quality of the blades is getting consistently sharp. If you sharpen your blades, the best way to test the sharpness of your blade is to open it up.

A simple cut of medium or deep will leave a shallow cut in the blade that you can see. If you have followed the sharpening instructions carefully, the sides of the blade will be just as straight as they were before you did the cutting. If the sides are a little uneven, follow the directions to get them all straight. Once the blades are sharp and are looking nice, your tool will look like new.