Rapid Full Skip Chain

Description

Overview

The STIHL Rapid Full Skip Chain (79571196547) is designed for high-speed cutting applications on chainsaw bars, particularly when processing large-diameter logs and long bar lengths.

Technical Features

• Full Skip pattern with extra drive link and tie straps between each cutter increases spacing between cutters to promote better chip discharge and allows higher chain speed compared to standard cutter spacing.
• Razor-edged, square-cornered cutter geometry minimizes chain friction against the wood, producing an exceptionally smooth and clean cut in both hard and frozen wood conditions.
• Reduced cutter count versus standard chain patterns fewer cutters mean less total sharpening time per maintenance cycle, lowering overall tool downtime.
• Derived from the RAPID Super (RM) platform the RSF is the skip-pattern variant of RAPID Super, engineered to exceed the cutting speed of standard RM chain.
• Optimized for plunge-cutting efficiency cutter design supports both conventional crosscutting and plunge-cut techniques.

Applications

• Processing large-diameter logs where chip clearance and chain speed are critical factors.
• Long bar applications where extended chain runs benefit most from the skip-pattern’s enhanced chip discharge.
• Cutting hard or frozen wood where reduced friction from the square-cornered cutter shape maintains performance.
• Short bar use is also supported, though the chain’s performance advantage is most pronounced on longer bars.

Maintenance Note: RSF chain requires careful, consistent maintenance and sharpening to sustain its high-speed cutting performance. Irregular or improper sharpening will reduce cutting efficiency. Adherence to STIHL’s recommended sharpening specifications for the square-cornered cutter profile is essential.