Make it easier to keep your chainsaw sharp with this stihl filing kit. And nik define2 which has been my go to noise reduction software up. Clamp the bar of the chainsaw to your work surface. How i use a round file to sharpen a chainsaw to get the saw treeson sharp. Sharpening the chain on your chainsaw with a little chainsaw maintenance, you can ensure the best performance from your equipment. Ideal for the bush or the farm, this best manual chainsaw sharpener correctly clamps onto the blade bar sharpening one tooth at a time with the chain pulled through. Having tried hand sharpening, and not being too good at it, i took the plunge and bought a. Tonight i watched their video on pro sh nik tools pro sharpener 3 output. This will prevent the saw from shifting as you sharpen it, and result in a much more consistent and easy sharpening process. Clamp the guide bar with the bar nose facing to the right.
Instead of buying an expensive chain blade, one of the cheapest and most costeffective ways is to simply buy a chainsaw sharpener tool. Each chain pitch is assigned to a specific round file diameter. Pull the master cutter into the filing position and the lock the chain in position with the chain brake. Its clear and simple to use, and with just a few minutes of practice youll be getting the results you want. Having tried hand sharpening, and not being too good at it, i took the plunge and bought a good quality bench model chain grinder. The following videos only illustrate the use of stihl products and cannot replace the careful reading of the product instructions and the professional advice and instruction in the proper, correct and safe use of the products by the stihl dealer. Quickest, easiest, all you need to know about sharpening your chain.
All the help youll need to learn the essentials of sharpening a saw chain correctly. Make offer new laser 316 chainsaw sharpening kit for chainsaw chain. This manual sharpening tool is pricier than the last model but comes from a reputable brand. Sharpener pro 3 utilises two methods of sharpening images. Variety this kit comes with a range of different files to meet any of your chainsaw sharpening needs. Anytime tools 316 diamond chainsaw sharpener burr 18. Select the compare checkbox on at least 2 items to compare. How to use nik tutorial i mentioned this tutorial in the video. On the other hand, over time, the blade becomes dull making the chainsaw lose its effectiveness. Learn how to use sharpener pro 3 to enhance your images with creative sharpening techniques.
Jun 14, 2017 chainsaw sharpening tips for both beginners and experiences chainsaw hand filers. Sharpener pro is the ideal tool for sharpening images for display or print. The stihl 2 in 1 filing guide simplifies the process of sharpening your saw chain by completing two functions at once sharpening your saw chain cutters and lowering your depth gauges. The first is a rotary tool, commonly called a dremel tool, which accepts a chainsawsharpening accessory. The best way to sharpen a chainsaw is simple buy the oregon barmount chainsaw chain sharpening kit see above. Total ratings 50, stihl 7010 871 02 3 sided chainsaw file for square ground chain. Achieving professional results with nik sharpener pro lenscraft. Points to training, new presets, and other web pages or forums dedicated to the nik. However, in this tutorial, i will use nik collection sharpener pro 3 presharpener output sharpener plugins. Made of precision machined, solid anodized aluminum, this sharpener is basically a precise, easy to use jig that allows you to rapidly rotate solid carbide, helically ground tooling against the dull tooth, and then stepandrepeat this action with the next tooth seconds later with great accuracy easily alternating right and.
Color efex pro, silver efex pro, viveza, analog efex pro, hdr efex pro, dfine, sharpener pro and dxo photolab 2 essential edition. It all depends on the equipment you have available and the amount. Nik collection can handle creative and output sharpening as well as raw sharpening. A dull chain can cause burning and buckling while sawing through wood, and its a slow. You dont need any additional tools, just follow the guide on the chain and use a light touch. Sharpening your chain is an efficient way to save money over buying a new chain, and there are several ways to do it with or without a specialized chainsaw sharpener. The complete nik collection by dxo includes all of the latest awardwinning plugin software titles for adobe photoshop and adobe lightroom including.
New laser 316 chainsaw sharpening kit for chainsaw chain. Planitdiy also provides a place for consumers to help each other with diy projects through an online community. Enter, topaz denoise5, your powerful, noise reducing chainsaw. Always wear protection gloves when working on or with a chain saw or cutting attachment. The plugin contains a raw presharpener as well as an output sharpening. New nik collection 2 by dxo the most powerful photo. Aug 08, 2017 how to sharpen a chainsaw properly video. If the chain has cut against stone it is useless and must be sharpened immediately. Sharpen your chainsaw so it cuts like crazy mother earth news. In this tutorial, im going to explain image sharpen using nik sharpener pro. Stihl 2in1 easy file chainsaw chain sharpener 56057504304. Select the diameter of the round file to suit the chain pitch. Planitdiy also provides a place for consumers to help each other with.
Blowing away metal shavings while sharpening helps prevent build up. I recently started using nik tools and to learn the program watched some of the free howto videos they offer. See more ideas about chainsaw, chainsaw sharpener and chainsaw repair. The user experience with this product is very good. Add oil less than a drop is all that is needed on the carbide shaft to keep the carbide spinning freely in the guides. Some programs for enlarging images also use similar types of criteria. Sticking closely to specific angles and dimensions freehand is extremely difficult and requires lots of practice.
Sharpener pro image sharpening nik collection by dxo. Place the chainsaw blade in the holder of the chainsaw sharpener and adjust the swivel angle. Chainsaw is a very powerful tool for cutting material quickly and easily. If you use a chainsaw for much of the day, it is appropriate to sharpen the chain with a file. Chainsaw chain sharpenersfiles for sale in stock ebay. Once youve found the right file place the handle on it and place the file in the file guide. Sharpen your chainsaw the faster, easier way with timberline chainsaws patented sharpener. This is the 8th and final video of a series where i demonstrate the suite of plugins from nik software. In this new series, mastering the nik collection, ill be giving detailed instructions on how to use all of the modules in the software suite. Preparing the saw chain for sharpening stihl stihl. Oct 31, 2011 after sharpening my own saws for 25 years with a file and guide, i graduated to using an electric chain sharpener a couple of years ago, and i certainly can recommend the oregon unit i use.
Whats new in nik collection 2 by dxo with 40 brand new creative presets, u point editing on raw files, support for hidpi displays, and dxos advanced optical corrections, nik collection 2 is a milestone upgrade for all creative image makers. For creative sharpening, just keep the output sharpening method set to default display output. It works in a drill but a dremeltype tool is much, much better, giving you more control. After sharpening my own saws for 25 years with a file and guide, i graduated to using an electric chain sharpener a couple of years ago, and i certainly can recommend the oregon unit i use. Then they copied the best editing algorithms from nik efex and created the photo editing app snapseed. Using the round file with guide, start sharpening the cutting edge. Get outdoors for some landscaping or spruce up your garden. Complete filing kits chainsaw accessories stihl usa. Nik software has announced a version of its sharpener pro 3. Sharpening stones of various widths are available in the market, so purchase one according to your necessity. The first stage is raw presharpener, a tool to extract the correct level of detail from a. Use a tabletop clamp or a vise to hold the chainsaw in place on your work surface. If you have a bench vice, clamp the bar in it to hold the chainsaw securely. The hardwood handle can attach to any of the files and the depthgauge tool as well and can.
It all depends on the equipment you have available and the amount of time and money you want to spend on the task. The chain sharpening kit has got a range of file sizes. Sharpener pro is a photo editing plugin offering two stages of sharpening. Now you can sharpen your chain in the field, quickly and precisely. Aug 30, 2019 the best way to sharpen a chainsaw is simple buy the oregon barmount chainsaw chain sharpening kit see above. Chainsaw sharpening tips for both beginners and experiences chainsaw hand filers. How to sharpen a chainsaw quick and easy guide to sharpening. Jul 24, 2019 the first is a rotary tool, commonly called a dremel tool, which accepts a chainsaw sharpening accessory. Have you ever struggled to understand nik sharpener pro. Sharpener pro 3 provides power and control over the complete sharpening workflow, from raw pre sharpening and creative detail enhancements to superior output sharpening based on the output device. Use the felt pen to mark the first tooth that you are going to sharpen this will help you keep track of where you are, so you dont sharpen any blade twice. There are several areas of upkeep to consider with chainsaws, and unless you go cordless, there are bound to be plenty of trips to the repair shop as well some tools can be timeconsuming to maintain, and others require additional financial support when its time to buy refills, oil or a new blade.
The common width of the sharpening stone is 316 inch. I take care to avoid dirt and stones, so sharpening is not often required. The ease and accuracy of this antique accessory makes it the perfect system for maintenance of your stihl chainsaw. If you dont have a clamp or vise that will keep your chainsaw in place, you can remove the chain and secure that in your vise instead. How to sharpen your photos using lightroom and nik efex. Stihl chainsaw chain sharpenersfiles for sale in stock ebay. The correct sized file should sit almost perfectly in the curve of the blade, and about 20 per cent of the file should be positioned above the blade. May 03, 2020 clamp the bar of the chainsaw to your work surface. Chain saws brushcutters hedge trimmers long reach hedge trimmers. You dont just choose an overall sharpening adjustment, but you do it according to the intention of the output. Stihl chainsaw chain sharpenersfiles for sale in stock. Planitdiy is a source of inspiration, ideas and howto advice that helps consumers plan and complete their diy projects and connects them with local independent home improvement retailers. Total ratings 2, stihl 2 in 1 easy file chainsaw chain.
Choose from a wide selection of chainsaw sharpening tools like sharpeners, grinders, grinding stones and much more. Mastering nik sharpener pro raw presharpener bitesize nik tutorial. The system includes two round files, one flat file, and comes with a unique file holder and. The one big caveat is that this is an extremely aggressive way to sharpen a chainsaw chain. If youre not sure which order to use the nik collection plugins this will help. May 08, 2009 nik software has announced a version of its sharpener pro 3. Sharpening your chain how to sharpen a chainsaw chain. This video shows how to use stihl files and guides to keep your chain sharp and check that the depth gauge is set correctly. Sharpening for display with sharpener pro by nik software.
These really work well for sharpening chainsaw blades. The premium fine tooth flat and round files is made for fast filing and cutting. Sharpen your chainsaw so it cuts like crazy mother earth. A saw chains sharpness diminishes over time, even if you have avoided cutting into objects that reduce its sharpness rock, soil, etc. Nik collection suomi, nik collection 2 by dxo is a. Oregon chain sharpener replacement grinding wheel 18in. Hand sharpening results in longer chain life as you generally have to remove very little material to get the cutters sharp again. Mastering nik sharpener pro raw presharpener bitesize nik.
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