12mm Loggers Filing Vice For Use With Chainsaws Dual Points For Driving - Loops
Loggers Filing Vice 12mm Overview: This vice is designed for use with chainsaws. It features dual ...Loggers Filing Vice 12mm Overview: This vice is designed for use with chainsaws. It features dual points for driving into wood and a tightening wing nut that locks onto the chainsaw bar. This ensures a secure and stable grip for effective filing. The robust construction makes it a reliable tool for loggers and chainsaw users.
The Loops 12mm Loggers Filing Vice is designed for loggers and chainsaw users needing a stable and secure platform for chain sharpening. Its primary benefit is providing a firm grip on the chainsaw bar, allowing for more accurate and efficient filing. A potential caveat is its specific use case, primarily for chainsaw maintenance.
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Loops
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FAQs
What is the primary purpose of this filing vice?
The primary purpose is to provide a stable and secure mount for chainsaw bars, allowing for accurate and efficient chain filing and maintenance.
What size chainsaw bars does this vice fit?
This vice is designed to fit 12mm chainsaw bars.
How do I ensure the vice is stable when in use?
Ensure the dual driving points are firmly embedded into a solid piece of wood, such as a log or stump. Tighten the wing nut securely onto the chainsaw bar.
Can this vice be used on a workbench?
While it can be clamped to a workbench, its design with driving points is optimized for use directly on wood surfaces like logs or stumps for maximum stability in field conditions.
Is this vice suitable for professional loggers?
Yes, its robust construction and stable design make it suitable for professional loggers who require reliable tools for chainsaw maintenance.
How should I clean the vice after use?
Clean off sawdust and debris with a brush or cloth. For long-term storage, a light application of oil on metal parts can help prevent rust.
Troubleshooting
Vice does not grip chainsaw bar securely
Ensure the wing nut is fully tightened. Check if the chainsaw bar is the correct 12mm size and free of excessive debris that might prevent a flush fit.
Driving points do not penetrate the wood sufficiently
Use a hammer or mallet to assist in driving the points into harder wood. Ensure the wood surface is not excessively rotten or soft, which may not provide adequate support.
Difficulty in rotating the wing nut
Check for debris or dirt in the threads of the wing nut and the vice mechanism. Clean the threads and apply a light lubricant if necessary.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Provides a very stable base for filing chainsaw chains.
Dual driving points offer excellent grip on wood.
Wing nut allows for quick and secure adjustments.
Durable construction withstands tough work environments.
Facilitates more accurate and efficient chain sharpening.
Cons
Primarily designed for chainsaw maintenance, limited other uses.
Requires a suitable surface (like a stump or log) for driving points.
May not fit all chainsaw bar sizes if not 12mm.
Proper usage requires some physical effort to drive into wood.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
Select a stable, flat surface such as a log or stump.
Position the vice where the dual driving points can be firmly embedded.
Place the chainsaw bar into the vice opening.
Tighten the wing nut securely onto the chainsaw bar.
Ensure the vice is firmly anchored into the wood.
Compatibility:
This vice is specifically designed for 12mm chainsaw bars. Always confirm your chainsaw bar size before use.
Care:
After use, clean the vice of sawdust and debris using a brush or cloth.
For long-term storage, consider applying a light coat of oil to metal parts to prevent rust, especially in humid environments.