FAQ

ControlCut
• Ideal for wood cutting professionals looking for a fully featured cutting system that delivers smooth
cutting and reduced kickback
• Easy to maintain saw chain, with a forgiving sharpening profile
DuraCut
• Made for woodcutters working in abrasive and tough environments
• Advanced plating process with extra layers of chrome extends sharpness up to three times longer
than conventional saw chain
PowerCut
• Ideal for loggers and skilled forest workers who use high-performance chainsaws
• Full chisel cutters power through timber with speed, efficiency, and precision
How do I measure the length of my chain?
Count the number of drive links on your saw chain in order to determine its length. A drive link is the saw
chain component that guides the chain through the guide bar rails and around the sprocket. It is very
important that the number of drive links are a match for the guide bar you are using since your chainsaw
won’t function properly otherwise.
Common examples of drive length count are 70 for "D" or "72" chain and 56 for "S" or "91" chain.
What is the difference between the number of drive links?
Typically, the difference in the number of drive links indicates the difference in bar lengths. In some cases, a
chain may call out a specific length and have fewer or even more drive links than other Oregon chains of the
same length. This is due to the difference in bar contours and bar placement on different saw models.
Does your saw chain come pre-sharpened?
Yes, all Oregon chains come sharpened from the factory.
How many loops come in a package?
Oregon chain packages contain one loop of chain unless otherwise noted in the product details.
What is chain pitch?
Chain pitch is the size of the chain, and is defined as the distance between any three consecutive rivets
divided by two. Oregon chain is made in several pitches - 1/4" is the smallest, 3/8" is the most popular, 3/4”
is the largest. Pitch is important because the drive sprocket must be the same pitch as the chain, and if
applicable, the bar nose sprocket. The easiest way to determine the pitch of your chain is to look at the
number stamped on the drive link.
What is Chain Gauge?
Chain Gauge is the Drive Link's thickness where it fits into the bar groove. The gauge of the chain and the
gauge of the bar must match. Oregon has several gauges for chainsaws - such as, .043”, .050", .058” and .063".
Normal wear can make it difficult to accurately measure chain gauge on a worn chain. Always order by the
number stamped on the drive link of your old chain to assure correct gauge.
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