Automatic Chain Filer (yes, filer, not grinder)

[Philbert]

New product by Swiss file maker Vallorbe, 'available 2019':
http://www.vallorbe.com/en-ch/products/forestry-products/automatic-sharpener


12V/24V or 120V/240V models for portable or shop use.



http://www.vallorbe.com/umv/ch/fr-ch/file.cfm?contentid=6227

Philbert

 

[ThackMan]

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[Canyon Angler]

Not sure that would fit into my 2-car garage... where does the mouse wheel power source hook up?

 

[Philbert]

Not sure that would fit into my 2-car garage...

They suggest placing the 12V model on the tailgate of your pickup-truck and running off the vehicle battery. That would be an expensive option for me, as I would first have to buy a pickup truck!

But I am seriously intrigued. A lot of people prefer the edge produced by a file over a grinder, but there can be so much variation with hand filing. The Granberg-type file guides can help with that. I also work with a lot of volunteers who vary in skill level, so a portable, 20 pound device that can be used in the field or in a shop is appealing. Plus I like things that sharpen chains!

Waiting to see the price.

Philbert

 

[U&A]

All these automatic sharpeners and grinders and what not. I just don’t get it.

Spend a couple minutes with some hand files and be done with.

Just my opinion though.


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[TBS]

If you are like me you sometimes just can't get it right on some days so this would be a nice tool to have.

 

[Skeans]

All these automatic sharpeners and grinders and what not. I just don’t get it.

Spend a couple minutes with some hand files and be done with.

Just my opinion though.


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How many chains do you do a day or a week? Hand falling or running harvester doing 15 to 20 chains a week I’ll gladly use a grinder plus I’ll bet you my chains are more consistent, faster, and smoother in a cut which is less wear and tear on me or the harvester saw motor.


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[WolfMann]

The future is now...

 

[Jeffkrib]

I think you should buy one Philbert.

 

[Philbert]

I think you should buy one Philbert.

Missed my birthday, but the holidays are approaching. . .

Philbert

 

[Big Red Oaks 4 me]

Some people can put a perfect edge on a chain, but I'm not one of them. Sometimes I get a good edge, and sometimes I seem to make them worse.

 

[sundance]

Looks really interesting. Depends on delivered price.

 

[CR888]

Interesting sharpening tool, I find filing takes a sturdy held tooth and the right amount of pressure. I wonder how well a machine manages such a task. As for saw shop use maybe a much lower price compared to an auto grinder may be attractive but a grinding wheel can do a LOT of chain in its service life, a file not so much. Much like Philbert, I like any sharpening tools. The big question with this one is MSRP.

 

[Cycledude]

Looks like to much monkey business to use it.

 

[Philbert]

Video (thanks to @chipper1 ):


Philbert

 

[HarleyT]

I think UBER has one they are trying out... Several old a-holes have been killed so-far...

 

[Haywire Haywood]

Did that guy in the beginning of the video drag his file backwards through the tooth on the backstroke?

 

[rarefish383]

Did that guy in the beginning of the video drag his file backwards through the tooth on the backstroke?

I don’t think so, I barely clear the tooth on my back stroke. But, I’ve been doing it for over 40 years. I don’t use a guide or handles, just hold the file. Now that I’m getting older I’m lucky to get one side of a 36” chain before my hands start to cramp up and I have to take a break.

 

[madmarksolomon]

I’ll keep my Silvey.

 

[Jasonrkba]

I like to hand file but have done well with the dremil. Trick is to just touch it with the dremil and move. Kinda like buffing a car don't stay in one spot for long.