Looking for the best chainsaw ? We're happy to help you make the right choice. Whether you're a homeowner looking for garden maintenance or a professional who works with heavier machinery every day, Kraakman Garden Machinery offers a wide range of chainsaws for every job. Below, you'll find everything you need to know about the different types of chainsaws and what to consider when buying one.
Petrol chainsaws: powerful and versatile
The gasoline chainsaw has been the most popular and powerful choice for years. This type of chainsaw offers power options, making it suitable for both occasional and professional use. While gasoline chainsaws offer impressive performance, they are generally heavier and less environmentally friendly due to their emissions and noise production.
As a homeowner, you'll want to choose lighter models like the Stihl MS 151 CE or the Stihl MS 151 TC-E . These are compact and powerful enough to tackle jobs around the house and are perfect for sawing trees and thick branches.
Professionals in landscaping and forestry often choose medium- and heavy-duty gasoline chainsaws . These offer the power and durability needed for intensive daily use, even on the toughest jobs.
Battery chainsaws: quiet, environmentally friendly and surprisingly performant
Cordless chainsaws are quickly gaining popularity, both among homeowners and professionals. They're the ideal choice for those looking for a quiet, lightweight, and environmentally friendly solution. They 're also lighter and easier to handle, making them a popular choice for regular use, both at home and professionally.
A cordless chainsaw offers many advantages. Zero CO2 emissions, minimal noise, and powerful performance that's now almost as good as gasoline models. Thanks to improved battery technology, most cordless chainsaws offer enough power to handle most gardening and sawing tasks with ease.
Tip: For longer jobs, it's useful to have an extra battery on hand so you can continue working without interruption.
Electric chainsaws: lightweight and perfect for smaller jobs
The electric chainsaw is a lightweight, user-friendly option for smaller sawing jobs. This type of chainsaw is ideal for cutting firewood or pruning thin branches in and around the garden.
Thanks to its light weight and ease of use, electric chainsaws are perfect for precision work. The only drawback is that you're tied to a power source, which can limit your freedom of movement. Therefore, electric chainsaws are more suitable for homeowners.
What should you pay attention to when buying a chainsaw?
- Blade length : The blade length depends entirely on the job. For smaller trees up to 35 centimeters in diameter, a blade of at least 30 centimeters is sufficient. Working with thicker trees? Then choose a blade length of at least 35 or 40 centimeters. For cutting branches or firewood, the blade length is less important.
- Power : The power you need depends on the job. The rule of thumb: the tougher the job, the higher the power. Or: the longer the job, the higher the power. More power makes sawing easier and allows the machine to do the work without pushing itself to its limits. For gasoline chainsaws, power is expressed in kilowatts (kW), while battery chainsaws are measured in watt-hours (Wh). For electric chainsaws, power is measured in watts (W).
- Cutting speed: The cutting speed, or chain speed, is expressed in meters per second (m/s). This speed determines how fast the saw can be cut. A cutting speed of 12 m/s or more is sufficient for most jobs. Here too, the more power, the greater the range of cutting speeds.
Buy your STIHL Chainsaw at Kraakman Garden Machinery
As an authorized STIHL dealer, Kraakman Tuinmachines offers a wide range of chainsaws. Whether you're looking for a petrol, cordless, or electric chainsaw, we have the right machine for your job. Still having trouble finding what you're looking for? Contact our product specialists for personalized advice. Call us at 085-0801902 or email us at info@kraakmantuinmachines.com.
