Delivering maximum cutting performance with Swiss precision. Discover guide bars and saw chains designed to work perfectly together. Whether for professional use or for tackling demanding jobs around the garden at home, you'll find the ideal setup for every challenge.
STIHL saw chains are all manufactured at our chain production facility in Wil, Switzerland, where uncompromising quality standards and decades of expertise come together to produce cutting attachments that meet the highest demands.
The range offers saw chains suited to every kind of application, wood type, and performance class. Because they are developed and manufactured in-house, we can make sure they are optimised to deliver outstanding cutting performance with STIHL machines.
Up to 60% longer service life* |
Pre-stretched saw chains |
Guides for resharpening |
Reduced wear |
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Hard-chrome teeth, hardened rivets, and perfectly smooth joints work together to significantly reduce wear. The electrolytically applied hard-chrome coating keeps your chain sharper for longer.
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The final production step for every STIHL saw chain involves stretching the chain under a high and constant tensile load. This minimises the need for retensioning during first use while simultaneously extending the chain's service life.
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Clear wear marks on the cutting teeth make sharpening easier. They show the optimal sharpening point and prevent a tooth from being ground too far.
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*compared to average Chinese manufacturers
All STIHL guide bars are developed and manufactured in-house to meet the highest quality standards. Decades of hands-on experience ensure that our guide bars and powerheads work seamlessly together, delivering optimised and reliable cutting performance. After all, when the job is tough, that's when quality matters most.
Ergonomic design |
50% longer service life* |
Extremely durable and maintenance-free |
Reduced chain lubricant consumption |
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STIHL Light Bars are significantly lighter without compromising on strength or stability. Their three-part lightweight construction features hollowed-out sections that reduce weight while maintaining durability, helping to minimise fatigue and improve comfort during extended use. Models marked with “P” are specially optimised for even lower weight.
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Manufactured with specially hardened chain track. STIHL guide bars are extremely reliable and last up to 50% longer than conventional guide bars. The chain track is hardened via electromagnetic induction which makes it particularly hard-wearing |
The sprocket nose features sealed bearings that are lubricated for life, helping to reduce wear while protecting against dirt and corrosion. The symmetrical design allows the bar to be rotated for even wear and maximum service life.
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*compared to conventional bars
The STIHL Ematic system consists of:
a STIHL Ematic guide bar
an Oilomatic saw chain
a quantity-controlled or reduced-delivery oil pump
The chain oil is delivered precisely, and with minimal loss, exactly where it’s needed.
The benefit for you: Using less chain oil depending on the cutting attachment and type of wood. Compared to cutting attachments without an Ematic system, you can reduce chain oil consumption by up to 50%.
New bar design
STIHL is currently updating the names and design of guide bars. For logistical reasons, this may mean you may receive a product with a different name and design than the guide bar ordered. This is a purely superficial change, all technical details remain the same.
We apologise for any inconvenience, and if you have any concerns about an order please contact our customer support team.
The STIHL chain and bar advisor helps you select the right saw chains and guide bars for your power tool. In just a few steps, you will find exactly the right cutting attachment to suit your needs.
With the right Cut Kit you've always got a compatible guide bar and saw chain to head, helping you minimise downtime. STIHL Cut Kits always offer you the optimal cutting attachment for your chainsaw. These kits contain two saw chains and one guide bar each, so you'll always be ready to go.
The right bar and chain combination depends on your chainsaw model and what you're using it for. The STIHL Bar and Chain Advisor helps you find the right cutting attachment quickly and reliably. Your STIHL dealer will also be happy to assist you personally with any individual questions.
How long a chainsaw keeps its sharpness depends on the duration and intensity of use. For long-lasting clean cutting results, sharpen your chain before it becomes fully blunt. It’s better to sharpen it regularly with just a few file strokes so you always work efficiently and precisely. Detailed instructions and tips for sharpening your chainsaw can be found in our guide.
You can sharpen your chain with a round file or the STIHL 2-in-1 EasyFile. To determine the correct diameter of the round file, look for a marking on the saw chain's depth gauge. The 2-in-1 file EasyFile combines sharpening the teeth and resetting the depth gauge in one step, making the process more efficient and safer.
You can determine the correct diameter of the round file using the chain pitch or the marking on the depth gauge.
Chain pitch: This can be found in the user manual for your device as well as on the chain packaging.
Marking: STIHL saw chains have a marking on the depth gauge – this is usually a whole number from one to seven.
You can use this information to determine the diameter of the round file using a conversion table:
| Marking on the depth gauge | Chain pitch | Round file diameter |
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| 1 | 1/4" | 4.0 millimetres |
| 2 | .325" | 4.8 millimetres |
| 3 | 3/8" | 5.2 millimetres |
| 4 | .404" | 5.5 millimetres |
| 6 | 3/8" Picco | 4.0 millimetres |
| 7 | 1/4" Picco | 3.2 millimetres |
