Overview
Packaged as a matched set, this 18” guide bar and chain combo delivers factory-level cutting performance as an aftermarket replacement. When either the bar or chain shows significant wear, the best practice is to replace both simultaneously. This combo simplifies the process and guarantees proper fitment between the two components.
Key specifications
- 18” guide bar and chain combo
- Matched bar and chain for optimal tracking
- Low-kickback design for safer operation
Compatibility
This combo set is designed for EGO chainsaws as listed above. Verify bar length, pitch, gauge, and drive link count match your saw’s requirements before purchasing.
Installation notes
Disconnect power or remove the spark plug wire before working on the cutting assembly. Fit the new bar onto the mounting studs, wrap the chain around the nose sprocket and drive sprocket, and tension according to the owner’s manual. Always check chain direction: cutters on the top should face away from the body of the saw.
Common questions
Q: Will this 18 inch bar fit my EGO CS1804-2, and do I need a specific chain size with it?
Yes, this bar is listed as compatible with the EGO CS1804-2. It uses the 3/8LP pitch, .050 gauge, and 62 drive links, so your replacement chain needs to match all three of those specs for proper fit and safe operation.
Q: Can I use this bar on my Oregon CS1500 if my old bar is 18 inches but the chain seems loose?
It is compatible with the Oregon CS1500, but chain looseness usually means the chain specs or tension are off rather than the bar length alone. Make sure you’re using a 3/8 low-profile, .050 gauge, 62 drive link chain and then adjust tension so the chain seats in the bar groove but still pulls around by hand.
Q: What should I check when installing this bar on a Greenworks CS60L4R3 or Echo CS-400-18?
Before installing, clean the bar mount area, oil port, and sprocket area so the new bar can oil properly and sit flat. After installation, confirm the chain direction is correct, tension the 62DL chain properly, and recheck tension again after the first few cuts since a new chain can stretch slightly.
