Byane 20-Inch Carbide Chainsaw Chain 3/8" Pitch .050" Gauge 70 Links — Carbide-Tipped, Long-Life Performance

This chain is engineered as a professional-grade alternative to standard steel chains, combining carbide-tipped cutters with chrome-plated leads and hardened rivets for extended life and consistent cutting under tough conditions. It's specifically sized for 20-inch guide bars and optimized for land clearing, arborist work, and situations where sand, dirt, or frozen hardwoods quickly dull conventional chains.

How does this carbide chain differ from a standard steel chain?

Carbide-tipped cutters are substantially harder than steel, which keeps cutting edges sharper far longer. BYANE's patented carbide tipping and Japanese chrome-plated leads reduce the frequency of chain changes and maintain cutting geometry under heavy use.

• Cuts stay sharp 10–12× longer than typical steel chains
• Precision-brazed carbide tips for consistent tooth shape
• Hardened rivets and plated leads for stable link performance

What saws and models is this chain compatible with?

This chain is manufactured to fit professional 20-inch guide bars with a 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge, and 70 drive links. It is a direct replacement option for several pro-grade saws and commonly referenced OEM part numbers, but always verify your bar and sprocket specs before purchasing.

• Designed for 20" guide bars with 3/8" pitch and .050" gauge
• Compatible with models such as Echo CS590, CS600P, Poulan PR5020, Craftsman 35826
• Serves as a durable alternative to Oregon 72LPX70CQ and similar OEM chains

What maintenance and sharpening tools are required?

Because the cutters use extremely hard carbide, standard round files are ineffective and will not restore edge geometry. Use a 7/32" (5.5mm) diamond-coated sharpener designed for carbide to maintain the cutting edge properly.

• Requires 7/32" (5.5mm) diamond-coated sharpener for carbide tips
• Avoid standard steel files — they won’t sharpen carbide effectively
• Inspect rivets and tips regularly; replace chain when carbide tips chip or wear

Are there safety or material limitations I should know about?

This chain is intended strictly for cutting wood. Tungsten carbide is very hard but also brittle, so impact with metal or stone can chip or shatter the tips. Follow safe cutting practices and remove nails, wire, and fencing from logs before cutting.

• For WOOD CUTTING ONLY — avoid contact with nails, wire, and stones
• Carbide tips can chip if struck by metal or abrasive foreign objects
• Using the correct sharpening tools and proper operation extends chain life

Who is this for: The BYANE 20-inch carbide chain suits professional arborists, land-clearing crews, and serious property owners who confront abrasive, sand-filled, or frozen wood that dulls standard chains quickly. If you need fewer chain changes, longer cutting intervals, and a robust replacement for common OEM parts — and you accept the sharpening and material-care requirements of carbide — this chain delivers a cost-effective, high-durability option.