Petrol vs. Electric Chainsaw: Which is better to use

Petrol vs. Electric Chainsaw: Which is better to use

Presented ByChandak Agro Equipments Pvt Ltd

Introduction 

As a professional gardener, you must be in dilemma sometimes about selection of power equipment: Whether to go for electric or petrol? Here in this presentation you will get to know all pros and cons of both model.

Chainsaws: Elements to Consider 

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Motive of use: Are you a occasional trimmer or professional carpenter? That derives the use of chainsaw. Choose as per your nature of business.

Chainsaws come in various size, power level, and range of portability. Biggest factor is how you will use chainsaw.

Size Power Portability and ease of use Maintenance Noise & Safety factor

SIZE 

Bar length is the length of the cutting blade and measured in inches. Petrol and electric chainsaws both are available in market with different bar lengths, you have to select depending on the size of the wood you plan to cut. If you’re planning to use your saw on small jobs, clearing branches or other small pieces of wood from construction sites, a smaller bar length will do.

Power Factor 

An electric chainsaw gives more power to prune trees and cut small branches. But if you’re looking for something more powerful, always select Petrol chainsaw. Petrol chainsaw’s power depends on engine power.

Bigger the engine more will be the power.

Portability & Weight 

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There are two electric chainsaw variants: Corded and battery-powered. Corded chainsaws offer the least amount of portability because it limits you with length of cord attached to it. A battery-powered electric chainsaw is more portable but it has also constraint of battery backup.

Petrol chainsaws are portable and have the longest run times

Maintenance 

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Electric chainsaws need less maintenance than petrol chainsaws. If you’re looking for something light and easy to maintain, you must go with electric chainsaw.

Traditional electric chainsaw maintenance requires a lot of maintenance and keeping the chain working properly, sharp and lubricated.

Petrol chainsaws have an actual engine on board. So you’ll spend more time maintaining the engine while still having to keep the chain clean and sharp.

Noise & Safety 

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Talking about safety, electric and petrol chainsaws are similarly safe. Everywhere you will require wearing the right protective gear, including a vest, sleeves, gloves, and eyewear.

Many chainsaws come with additional safety features. Many electric models have tip protectors to help with this. Although they are a great safety feature, they’ll limit the type of cuts you can make.

Conclusion 

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There are lots of options of chainsaws available in the equipment market. So must keep you business needs in mind, before making a purchase decision. If you give more priority to power and durability, choose petrol chainsaw.

They are proven best for commercial cutting.

On the other hand, Electric chainsaws have their own place and benefits. They make less noise, easier to start and use.

It emits less pollution. Safe and steady option will not give you amount of power as Petrol operated chainsaws.

So, if you are looking for a best brand of Electric or petrol chainsaw, visit chandakagro.com.