How Does Dirt Dull a Chainsaw Chain?

[Backyard Lumberjack]

Dirt contains sand, the grains are hard, like quartz, which is silicon dioxide, just like in a grinding wheel. When it is hit at high speed. The edge of the .030 in piece of steel doesn't stand a chance.

friction!

how do some posts dull a thread?

friction....

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

How does dirt dull a chainsaw?

It does it very well me thinks

for anyone with the time and interest....

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abrasive

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

.Nw: Because they can !

And we all take it in some will never learn

and some are almost if not totally.... always right!

but, of course, now n then...

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

A dull chain is more dangerous than a sharp chain for sure. Both will do a lot of damage in a split second, and if its dull and being pushed hard, it's over before you know it

i mite tend to agree with that. dull and mine just smoke! and i then get signals... it's all but over! lol...

signals: in a split second,

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

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“Cutting into dirt dulls a chainsaw chain” - I know that. ( In fact, I've lost 4 of my chainsaw chains this way!)
But I'm curious to know the SCIENCE behind it.
Dirt is soft, wood is much HARDER, then how come dirt dulls a chainsaw chain (almost) INSTANTLY?
This question might sound a bit “newbish ,” but I'm sure there're some people here who want to know the same.
So, if you know the answer, HIT ME with it! Also, any tips on how to prevent a chainsaw from hitting the dirt would be appreciated! Happy Sawing!

good question/post... well, imo! but then again... i may be pred... as man is from Texas!

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

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“Cutting into dirt dulls a chainsaw chain” - I know that. ( In fact, I've lost 4 of my chainsaw chains this way!)
Also, any tips on how to prevent a chainsaw from hitting the dirt would be appreciated!
Happy Sawing!

well, perhaps we can take a... (pardon pun) tip from the ski slopes and riding the chair! ~

 

[Ed Penney]

My dumb answer. The same way a bullet hits a rock.