Chainsaw attachments: a useful functional addition to the tool

Chainsaw attachments significantly increase the list of operational capabilities of this tool. This article contains an overview of the most popular attachments and attachments of a removable type that allow you to use a chainsaw as a grinder, wood splitter, cororder, drill, boat motor, pump and other types of specialized equipment.

Thanks to a variety of attachments, the chainsaw is an indispensable universal device

Chainsaw attachments: their purpose, advantages and disadvantages

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

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

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

Chainsaws are equipped with powerful and at the same time compact engines, which are quite unpretentious in use. Combined with a diaphragm carburetor and sealed fuel delivery system, this tool is capable of a wide variety of jobs. The ability to connect attachments of various types is provided due to the output shaft, which has a special design.

Note! Most of the accessories are designed for proprietary instrument models. Mostly these are attachments for Stihl and Husqvarna chainsaws. The range of accessories for budget models is very limited.

Benefits of using removable chainsaw attachments

Replaceable nozzles, unlike a whole set of tools for various purposes, take up a minimum of space, so you don't have to take a special room to store them. With the right skills, you can replace a standard guide bar with any plug-in tool in just a few minutes.

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

Buying attachments is more cost effective than purchasing a whole set of tools. Removable accessories eliminate the need for additional equipment. When it comes to buying a grinder, the price of the “Calm” chainsaw attachment will be 2-3 times lower. Moreover, branded models are practically in no way inferior to a highly specialized tool 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, domestic and economic tasks.

The saws are equipped with a very powerful gasoline engine, which is more efficient than the electric motors of highly specialized tools. Also, there is no connection to an outlet, so this unit is 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 network you can find many recommendations and step-by-step technologies for the manufacture of such components.

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

Why is it not recommended to connect attachments to a chainsaw

The use of attachments has certain disadvantages. This is primarily due to operational and technical characteristics. Chainsaws have a predetermined level of loads, they are designed to work in certain modes. For this reason, some tool owners oppose the use of additional accessories. This mainly concerns attachments for Stihl, Husqvarna saws and other prestigious professional models.

The fact is that the connection of the "Bulgarian" attachment to the "Partner" or Husqvarna chainsaw does not go unnoticed. When using such attachments, the engine of the tool runs at maximum speed. And this is done for a long time. In some cases, the saw lacks torque. As a result, the time between repairs is shorter and the internal parts wear out much faster.

Note! According to research, such attachments as "Woodokol", "Winch", "Coroder" and "Compressor" do not harm the technical condition of a gasoline saw.

The most unsafe types of attachments for a chainsaw:

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

When the attachments are connected, the chainsaw engine will operate at maximum speed

When using grinding equipment, the air intake filters on the tool become too clogged. To use attachments such as "Pump" and "Boat motor", long-term operation of the engine at high speeds is required, which also does not benefit the chainsaw.

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

The main types of nozzles for a chainsaw: prices and characteristics of removable devices

Removable attachments expand the functionality of the chainsaw, allowing you to use this tool not only for its intended purpose. Several dozen types of such devices can be found on sale. The most popular and demanded ones are:

• adapters for longitudinal cutting of wood (vertically and horizontally);
• "Bark beetle" and "Coroder";
• "Water pump" and "Pump";
• "Boer";
• "Boat motor";

At the moment, manufacturers offer a wide range of different attachments for chainsaws.

• "Trencher";
• "Drovokol";
• "Bulgarian";
• "Trimmer" and "Mower";
• attachments for metal cutting, etc.

Each of them has its own characteristics, characteristics and scope.

Chainsaw attachment for cutting metal, wood and stone: removable grinder

The grinder is one of the most demanded attachments. In the household, it brings the maximum benefit, as evidenced by numerous positive reviews on the network. Sometimes it is called the angle grinder attachment for the chainsaw, although it is not, since it is intended solely for cutting material.

The universal attachment for the chainsaw for the grinder is attached to the body of the tool using pins, which are usually used to fix the saw bar. The V-belt drive acts as a connecting element between the drive shaft and the removable device. It is she who drives the nozzle.

For the home workshop, you can purchase the Stihl 180 chainsaw attachment. It is universal. This device can be connected to six different models of chainsaws of this company. The design is presented in three modifications, allowing the use of a circle of 18, 15 or 23 cm. With this attachment, you can process wood, stone and metal.

Detachable grinder for chainsaw cutting - the most popular of the attachments

The attachment is designed for the use of saw and abrasive blades, which significantly expands the scope of its application. The owner of the tool will be able to qualitatively perform such types of work as abrasive cutting of plastic, stone and metal. The price of the "Bulgarian" attachment for the chainsaw of this model varies between 1900-2150 rubles.

Useful advice! With the help of the "Bulgarian" nozzle, you can gently clean the welding seams.

How to get the trimmer function and petrol cutters: saw attachments for caring for a summer cottage

Using removable household appliances, the chainsaw can be turned into a convenient and useful tool for caring for lawns and ornamental shrubs in the courtyard of a private house or in a suburban area. For these purposes, attachments such as "Trimmer" and "Mower" are used.

A lawn mower is a lot like a rotary mower. It has the same design and shape. This attachment is equipped with a sharp knife made of durable metal. It effectively cuts the grass on the lawn. On sale you can find branded attachments for Stihl and Husqvarna chainsaws. Buying devices of this type will cost on average 2200-2600 rubles. Such devices are rarely found in the range of other brands.

An attachment with a mower function for a chainsaw can be bought for 2.2-2.6 thousand rubles

The petrol trimmer attachment for the saw, which is also called the "brush cutter", is used to care for hedges. The capabilities of this removable device will also be useful if you need to clear the area of ​​young growth. The trimmer will not cope with small trees, but it can be used for delimbing.

The rotary trimmer is not as comfortable to operate as a domestic lawn mower. But thanks to its design, this device can effectively process lawns, leaving behind a fairly high-quality result. Moreover, work with its help is carried out in a very short time. The trimmer attachment costs about 2,000 rubles.

Types of chainsaw attachments for rip sawing

Two types of attachments are used for ripping wood. Some of them are designed for cutting material in the vertical direction, while others - in the horizontal direction.

The attachments for cutting wood in the vertical direction consist of:

• from the adapter (fixed in the base area on the bus);
• guide (used to transmit straight-line motion, fixed to the board, which is placed on the log).

Rip saw attachments are vertical and horizontal

Thanks to this structure, the longitudinal cut is very accurate. This type of attachment can be used for various purposes. The following tasks can be accomplished with the vertical attachment:

• cut the log in two;
• divide the material into four parts;
• make a high-quality timber from a log, which can later be used for construction work;
• make boards or several small beams from a log.

Note! If sawing involves the manufacture of several beams, in the process of work you will have to constantly change the position of the board. The use of a vertical nozzle requires some skill, because the loose end of the guide can go to the side.

The horizontal nozzle, in contrast to the vertical one, is fixed on the guide in two places. The cost of removable devices for longitudinal cutting varies from 1800 to 2300 rubles.

Useful features of the "Bur" attachment for a chainsaw

The "Bur" nozzle is used in fish farms. It has a simple design, is quite convenient in operation and is used to supply air to water bodies that are frozen. The combination of a gasoline saw and this attachment has been proven to be successful and effective in practice.

The drill bit is used for drilling holes in the ground or ice

The ice drill is lightweight and compact, which has made it so popular among winter fishing enthusiasts. At the same time, the nozzle has a high performance.

The MB-2 Ice drill was recognized as one of the best removable devices in this category. This attachment is operated by a reduction gear that reduces the rotational speed of the shaft to 150 rpm. Analogs of this device can be found on sale, but this particular model requires a minimum of time for installation. It takes about 5-10 minutes to connect the attachment to the chainsaw.

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In addition, the drill bit is suitable for drilling holes in the ground. The diameter of the holes reaches 35-40 cm. Such a device can greatly facilitate the implementation of construction and installation work. Depending on the functionality, the price of a nozzle for drilling ice or soil can range from 2500 to 5500 rubles.

Features of attachments for the chainsaw "Bark beetle" and "Coroder"

The "Bark beetle" nozzle is a milling head. It is used for processing beams, logs and boards. This removable tool allows you to quickly and accurately cut a cup or groove in the wood. This accessory can also be used for rough grinding of material.

The "Bark beetle" attachment is used for processing beams and boards, as well as for rough grinding

The bark beetle is a hinged type of equipment and is equipped with a special belt. It's easy to use. Moreover, the removable device works quickly and efficiently. The special structure allows the bark beetle to be used as an attachment for the Husqvarna, Calm chainsaw and many other tool options. The device is compatible with almost any model. The cost of the "Bark beetle" is approximately 1600-2000 rubles.

Note! The "Bark beetle" attachment is only compatible with those models of chainsaws that are equipped with a six-arm sprocket.

The "Coroder" ("Debarker") chainsaw attachment has a wide range of applications, but it is most often used to remove branches and excess wood from logs. With this device, you can get a round product from a flat bar. There are two types of the Coroder attachment:

1. Disk.
2. Drum.

Drum nozzles are designed to remove excess bark from the surface of a tree. The working body consists of a drum and a cutter. The pull-out device is installed on the bearing assembly. Despite the simple design, the drum cororder is highly reliable. If you follow the instructions exactly, such a nozzle can be installed on the chainsaw within 2 minutes.

"Coroder" is suitable for removing branches and branches, as well as excess bark

Disc nozzles are designed for the formation of grooves and grooves of varying complexity, depth and size. "Coroder" in this case is driven by a V-belt. In this case, the user can independently adjust the rotational speed of the working body of the nozzle.

The detachable Coroder nozzle is not only suitable for efficient and quick removal of bark from a tree trunk, it can also be used to plan logs. It will take no more than 5 minutes to install the device on a gasoline saw. The capabilities of the "Debarker" attachment are irreplaceable in the construction of log cabins. It is also worth noting that the nozzle body has an additional protection system, so the operation of the device is completely safe. Buying a nozzle will cost about 15,000-18,000 rubles.

Characteristics of the "Drovokol" attachment for the chainsaw

It is very difficult to split thick woods and hemp using a conventional ax. This process is time consuming and laborious. To facilitate this task, it is enough to purchase and install the Drovokol attachment on the saw. It has a cone-shaped pointed shape, due to which the wood splits during the screwing process.

Such attachments are most often universal and suitable for different models of chainsaws. According to user reviews on the network, "Drovokol" greatly simplifies the process of splitting stumps and chocks, saves time and effort. In support of this, we can consider the possibilities of attachments to the "Partner" chainsaw.

The Drovokol attachment is universal and fits most models of chainsaws

This wood splitter handles chunks with a diameter of 40 cm (although more powerful models of attachments can be found on sale). It is suitable for breaking up material directly on the ground, therefore it can be used to split long firewood, old boards, slabs. The average cost of such a nozzle is 6300 rubles.

Note! It is not recommended to use a removable grinder and other devices as attachments for the Champion chainsaw, the power of which does not exceed 2 kW. This requirement also applies to other companies that produce low-power models of this instrument.

Pumping equipment: nozzle-pump for chainsaw

The detachable petrol saw pump works in the same way as a standard centrifugal pump. The structure of the structure is very simple, so there are no problems with the installation of equipment, it does not take much time.

The pump is a turbine that is driven in two ways: by the drive sprocket shaft (directly) or by a pulley. A turbine usually has several blades. After the nozzle is installed, two hoses must be connected to it. One of them will be supply, and the second is designed to drain the liquid. Hoses are not included and must be purchased separately.

Chainsaw pump attachment is simple and convenient to use

Using the "Pump" attachment on the chainsaw, you can perform the following tasks:

• drain a flooded basement or cellar;
• pump water from a well or well;
• fill the container with water for irrigation;
• move water from one place to another.

The pump can be beneficial not only for small and large farm owners. This device is also used in ship docks.

Like any other attachments for a gasoline saw, pumping equipment is produced by several companies, so the level of performance and other characteristics of attachments from different companies may differ. Most models have a capacity of approximately 5 l / h.

The main advantages of a removable pump include its mobility. If you wish, you can make this attachment yourself at home. This will require skills in working with a welding machine. On the other hand, factory-made pumps are made of plastic, which reduces their cost, and therefore such a device is much easier to buy than to create it yourself. On average, the price is 3000 rubles.

You can buy a pump attachment for a chainsaw on average for 3 thousand rubles

Useful advice! The capacity of the removable pump depends on the impeller size. If it is assumed that the pump will be used to perform large amounts of work, it is advisable to purchase a nozzle of the appropriate size.

How the outboard motor attachment on the chainsaw can replace the engine

"Boat motor" is a nozzle that is used as a replacement for a gasoline engine. It will be the best option for those cases when there is no need for a high speed of movement through the water. This removable equipment will help you get from one place to another.

This device consists of several components:

• transmission tubes (movement is transmitted from the gasoline saw shaft to the nozzle screw);
• screw;
• mounts for fixing the device to the boat.

To install the boat attachment on your chainsaw, you need to follow a few simple steps. To begin with, the leading sprocket is removed. This is done together with the clutch. After that, a removable nozzle and a gearbox are installed on the chainsaw shaft. This type of equipment can be installed on displacement and planing boats. The main thing is that the height of their transom does not exceed 38 cm.

The outboard motor attachment can be used when a high speed of movement on water is not required

A propeller usually has two or three blades. Depending on the engine power, such a boat can reach speeds of up to 15-20 km / h, having on board one adult passenger and his cargo. This is quite enough to move along a calm river or lake. In this case, the engine consumes about 1 liter of fuel per hour.

The outboard motor attachment is compact, lightweight (no more than 5 kg) and easily fits in the trunk of a car. That is why it is in such great demand among fishermen. The approximate cost of the "Boat Motor" is 1200-2200 rubles.

With the help of this and many other nozzles, you can significantly simplify and speed up repair, installation and construction work on the site, while saving on the purchase of additional tools. Removable accessories open up ample opportunities for housekeeping, as well as for creativity. The most important thing is not to overload the chainsaw engine. This is especially true of those cases when not factory, but home-made equipment is used. Otherwise, the risk of injury increases.