The Effect of Lubricating Oil on Temperature of Chainsaw Cutting System

Abstract

Portable chainsaw is a basic operational instrument in forestry. To ensure long-lasting performance of a chainsaw, it is necessary to perform the necessary maintenance of its cutting system. The basis of this maintenance lies in the lubrication of the chain, which protects it from excessive wearing and deterioration. Various lubricating oils are used for lubricating the chain. Biodegradable oils are promoted nowadays, with their main advantage being shorter decomposition time in the environment, and the same lubricating properties as conventional lubricants. This paper is aimed to evaluate and compare the ability to lubricate and cool the cutting system of a portable chainsaw filled with biodegradable oil and oils commonly used for its operation. Conditions of measurements were specified to simulate the actual operating conditions. During the evaluation no major differences between these oils were observed.