150TCE or MSA160T?

[Lancstree]

My tennis elbow is beginning to ease and I'm thinking a lighter saw might be good to prevent it from coming back. It's been a while from I have looked at saw reviews so looking for any recommendations. I like the idea of going battery power.

[ArborClimber]

Depends what you want to do with the saw! I use my battery saw almost everyday, for deadwood and trimming its perfect, especially climbing. Anything bigger or a dismantling i use my 200. Get 2 batteries, and you'll be sorted for the day!

 

But the 150 is a great wee saw if you need that extra bit power that you won't get from the battery saw.

 

Failing that, just dont bend your elbow, should be ok

[Stihlben]

Having been using the msa160t for the past week I've found it comparable to the 150t. Similar weight and performance but with none of the noise, exhaust or vibrations...

[Lancstree]

Yeah I was thinking for pruning really. If they are comparable in weight then I think battery might be worth a try. I did read one review somewhere that their battery didn't last as long as expected.

[Dog Tag]

No battery lasts long as anyone expects.

[Stihlben]

From actually using the saw I am really impressed with the battery life, I've been using it with the ap115 batteries that were designed for use with this saw but the other 2 sizes fit, the ap180 battery is just a tad heavier but will give a longer run time....

[ArborClimber]

Agree with Stihlben. I use one 180 and have a 115 as backup. Personally though I don't notice that it's a bit heavier when I'm actually using it. Run time so far is about 30-40mins for the 180 and about 20-25 for 115. Bearing in mind, that's the time with your finger actually on the trigger. Normally, i don't need to use the 115, the 180 is enough for the day....

[Lancstree]

Is there a timer on the saw clocking trigger time?

[ArborClimber]

Not that I'm aware of... A mix of guess work, and leaving it running on a work bench with a cable tie around the trigger:biggrin:

NOT a recomended practice, I admit, but gave the desired results

[peatff]

Not that I'm aware of... A mix of guess work, and leaving it running on a work bench with a cable tie around the trigger:biggrin:

NOT a recomended practice, I admit, but gave the desired results

 

Will it give the same kind of results when under load as on the bench ? I know my drill will spin happily with zero charge left in it but If I stick the bit in wood or metal it stops straight away.