4 best chain grinding machines

The chain saw has become an indispensable assistant in the compound or in the forest. Over time, the sharpness of the teeth of the chain disappears, which negatively affects the speed and quality of the cut. To fix the situation is quite simple if there is a grinding machine at home. With it, you can save money and time. In the domestic market are different household appliances, differing in price and technical parameters. Properly make your choice to the consumer will help the recommendations of our experts.

How to choose a machine for sharpening chains

1. Types of grinding machines. All equipment for sharpening chains of electric and chainsaws can be divided into two categories. Workshops and production workshops use automatic devices that quickly and accurately perform work. But they cost a lot of money, take up a lot of space and require special knowledge in customization. It is easier to handle. They are light and compact, differ in reasonable price, are simple in work. By cons should be attributed a longer time to sharpen.
2. Spindle speed. The time and quality of sharpening largely depends on the speed of rotation of the disc. Household appliances demonstrate a frequency range from 3000 to 7500 rpm. The more powerful the motor, the lower the speed can be without sacrificing the quality of the sharpening.
3. Power. Household machines are considered low-power units, the power of which does not exceed 220 watts. If the chain is sharpened once a year or less, then you can stop on devices with motors of 150-160 watts. With more frequent use of the machine is better to choose models with a power of 200-220 watts.
4. Grinding wheel. Small home machines are equipped with compact abrasive discs up to 3.5 mm thick. At the same time they can differ in outside and landing diameters. In manual models, grinding wheels with a diameter of 100-145 mm demonstrate the greatest efficiency. Replacing the disc should be carried out taking into account the landing size (10 or 22 mm).
5. Functionality. Home appliances do not have rich functionality. Most often, the work requires a convenient and fast setting of the cutting part of the machine. To do this, the devices are equipped with mechanical adjustments. The main ones are the angle of rotation of the disc and the depth of grinding. A useful option will be the ability to adjust the tension of the belt drive.
6. Security. Sharpening machine is a potentially dangerous device for humans. Sparks are formed during sharpening, a fine abrasive spreads over a long distance. In order to protect the operator, manufacturers install protective covers and screens on the working part. The presence of a transparent insert is optimal to monitor the operation.

We have selected 4 of the best household machines for sharpening chains. They are approved by the expert community and have received many positive feedback from Russian consumers.

Rating of the best chain sharpening machines

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best chain sharpening machines	1	CHAMPION C2001	6 650 ₽
	2	Rezer EG235-CN	5 490 ₽
	3	Souz TSS-60013	2 350 ₽
	4	Vihr SZC-200	2 130 ₽

CHAMPION C2001

Rating: 4.9

A mobile device for sharpening chains of electric and chainsaws is the CHAMPION C2001.A Chinese device weighing 5.8 kg is easily transported and can be installed in a matter of minutes on a reliable table or metalwork bench. Fixed machine with a convenient mounting system. Thanks to the abrasive disc with varying angle of inclination, it is possible to process not only the main teeth, but also resistant cutters. There is a special scale for fine tuning of the working part. The abrasive disc is adjustable in depth. To work comfortably in poorly lit rooms, the manufacturer has equipped the device with illumination of the working area.

Users like not only technical parameters, low weight and mobility of the machine. They note the safety of the operator while sharpening the chains.

Rezer EG235-CN

Rating: 4.8

The Russian-Chinese machine Rezer EG235-CN is very quiet in operation. Experts and users note the absence of vibration during operation. But the tool got into our rating not only for comfort and convenience, but also for high-quality manufacturing. The device is slightly inferior to the winner in weight (7.6 kg), but it is also quickly and easily mounted on a workbench. Not required for product and complex maintenance. The working area can be highlighted if necessary, the guides of the clamping mechanism are made of robust steel.

Domestic users have insignificant comments about the design of the machine. So the plastic base doesn’t inspire confidence, the protective cover is not completely attached, the illumination brightness leaves much to be desired.

Souz TSS-60013

Rating: 4.7

Lightness and compactness became the key factors for getting the Souz TSS-60013 to the third line of the rating. With a weight of 1.75 kg, the device is easily transported in the bag, and for fixing it on the table there is a special hole at the base. The small power of the electric motor (160 W) is compensated by the high speed of rotation of the circle (7500 r / min). Experts drew attention to a simple and convenient mechanism for setting the angle and depth of sharpening.

Domestic users liked the quiet operation, high-quality assembly, excellent results. The chain can be sharpened at home in just 5 minutes. The protective casing of transparent plastic makes the work not only comfortable, but also safe.

Vihr SZC-200

Rating: 4.6

Another domestic development hit our rating. This is a machine Vihr SZC-200, which is designed for sharpening chains of electric and chainsaws. Experts include the shock-resistant case, which reliably protects the electric motor from damage, to the pluses of the device. By the way, on such a small instrument (weight 2.55 kg) a sufficiently powerful (200 W) and revving (6000 r / min) engine is installed. Reliability of the machine is provided with the strong cast basis. The operator does not have to worry about safety, the transparent cover protects the eyes, hands and clothes from abrasive and sparks.

The owners of chainsaws mark the affordable price of a domestic machine. With it, it is easy to sharpen the chain, but there is not enough illumination of the working area. And the instruction is written in a language incomprehensible to the average person.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.