Answer
Aug 23, 2024 - 11:03 AM
The length of a 72EXL072G saw chain is 72 drive links. Oregon saw chain uses a standardized numbering system. where the first 5 characters are the series and the last 4 designate the drive link count.
In the case of a 72EXL072G chain:
In the case of a 72EXL072G chain:
- 72EXL designates the chain as a 3/8" 0.050" standard sequence full chisel chain.
- 072G designates the chain as having 72 drive links.
- Pitch - The distance between any three consecutive rivets divided by two. Pitch defines the size of the chain.
- Gauge - The drive link's thickness where it fits into the guide-bar groove. The gauge of the chain and the gauge of the guide bar must match.
- Drive Links - The number of teeth on the bottom of the chain that fit in the bar's groove and are driven by the sprocket on the power head.
