Chainsaw Chain Identification Worksheet
Record the pitch, drive-link gauge, drive-link count, and identifying markings for a chainsaw chain in one printable worksheet. It organizes the evidence you find; it does not approve a replacement chain for your saw.
What The Chain Record Needs
A useful chain record combines three separate fit values. Pitch describes the spacing shared by the chain and sprockets. Gauge is the thickness of the drive link where it runs in the guide-bar groove. Drive-link count identifies the loop length. Bar length by itself does not replace these values.
- Pitch
- Look first for a marking on the guide bar, chain, packaging, operator manual, or manufacturer lookup.
- Drive-link gauge
- Record the stated gauge that matches the bar groove. Oregon notes that wear can make direct measurement of an old chain unreliable.
- Drive-link count
- Use the manufacturer specification or count the complete loop carefully. Do not confuse a stamped identification code with the number of drive links.
Use The Worksheet In This Order
- 01Copy values from the strongest available source instead of filling gaps from memory.
- 02Print the record or keep it beside the original chain package and saw manual.
- 03Confirm the complete saw, bar, sprocket, and chain combination with the manufacturer before ordering or installing a loop.
Need help finding the markings?
Read how to identify a chainsaw chain, check the spare-chain buying checklist, or inspect the chain against the replacement decision guide.
Your entries stay in this browser page and are cleared when you leave or refresh it. The worksheet does not upload or store the values.