


Type C trousers are used by climbers and tree surgeons or professional arborists. Type C – All-around protection for the legs. 16-inch Oregon chain runs at speeds of up to 49 feet per second. Brushless motor maximizes both the torque and the lifespan of the unit. It also provides arborists working at ground level with comfort and ease of movement, especially for heavy tasks. Ditch the gasoline, extension cords and maintenance required with alternative chainsaws. Type A – Covers the front of the legs and is intended for trained forestry workers or professional lumberjacks. Experts give it top marks for ease of use, handling, and cutting speed. A 56-volt lithium-ion battery powers its 6,300 rpm motor, and it has a 14-inch bar. The lowest allowable level for chainsaw pants is Class 1 (can resist cutting up to 20 m/s). While most battery-powered tools are best suited for quick, light-duty jobs, the EGO Power+ CS1401 is ready and willing to do more. Features a 12.5 feet per second chain speed that cuts through branches quickly and smoothly. Leg protection is covered under the EN 381-5. Best cordless chainsaw: Greenworks G-MAX 40V 16-Inch Cordless Chainsaw. The resistance of the clothing relative to the chain speed of the machine is measured using this special classification:Ĭlass 0 - 16 metres per second (36 mph) (3,150 feet per minute)Ĭlass 1 - 20 metres per second (45 mph) (3,937 feet per minute)Ĭlass 2 - 24 metres per second (54 mph) (4,724 feet per minute)Ĭlass 3 - 28 metres per second (63 mph) (5,512 feet per minute) EU Classification System For Chainsaw Protective Clothing EN381 about 16 square feet per acre, of which erate sloping topography.
