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We all know Husq's rev around 1000 rpm faster, so people assume they cut faster? what is the difference in chain rotaion speed? (you know the part that matters most)

 

I dont think no load speed as important as the torque it develops to keep the chain spinning at max speed when cutting.

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Like the new 4stroke Makita? Still doesnt answer my question though!

 

I dont actually know the answer to your question mate. Just for me, I think the saw being able to keep the chain spinning quick mid cut,is more important than how fast it can spin it in the air.:thumbup1:

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I have always assumed manufacturers would design machines with a chain speed somewhere between 20m/s and 24m/s so as to ensure they are 'compatable' with class 1 PPE.

 

As previously said, maintaining that speed (max torque at the RPM you need) should be a more important consideration.

 

As for Husq vs stihl, I suppose 'brand loyalty' is very exciting when you first start, but after a while, all you want is a saw that starts when you want it to, cuts at the speed you need, and dosn't break too quick.

 

(helps if its a nice colour though)

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I have always assumed manufacturers would design machines with a chain speed somewhere between 20m/s and 24m/s so as to ensure they are 'compatable' with class 1 PPE.

 

As previously said, maintaining that speed (max torque at the RPM you need) should be a more important consideration.

 

As for Husq vs stihl, I suppose 'brand loyalty' is very exciting when you first start, but after a while, all you want is a saw that starts when you want it to, cuts at the speed you need, and dosn't break too quick.

 

(helps if its a nice colour though)

 

However, the new Makita 4stroke's chain runs very slow and cuts exceptionaly well?

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However, the new Makita 4stroke's chain runs very slow and cuts exceptionaly well?

 

thats because of Torque :001_smile:

 

Torque is more important than power when it comes to running under load. . . power makes the engine pickup quick/get to speed quick but torque is the 'grunt' that keeps the chain cutting when under load

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