Oregon S59 chain: what it fits and what the code means
S59 is a 3/8" LP pitch, .050" gauge chain with 59 drive links. It fits 21 saws listed below.
What S59 is
- Pitch
- 3/8" LP
- Gauge
- .050"
- Drive links
- 59
The letter S is the chain type, the number 59 is the drive link count.
Buy this chain
Ad
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner Network affiliate we may earn a commission from qualifying sales on eBay.
Check pitch, gauge and drive links on the listing before you order. How this works
Same length, different chain
The number is the length; the letter is the chain. These all have 59 drive links:
| Code | Type | Pitch | Gauge | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S59 | 91PX | 3/8" LP | .050" | AdvanceCut |
| D59 | 72V | 3/8" | .050" | AdvanceCut |
D59: different pitch or gauge. Not a substitute for S59.
Saws that take S59
Questions people ask
What does S59 mean on an Oregon chain?
S is the chain series (91PX, AdvanceCut: 3/8" LP pitch, .050" gauge). 59 is the number of drive links.
What bar length is S59?
Usually 16". What matters is the drive link count, 59: count the links on your old chain rather than going by the inches.
What file do I need for S59?
A 5/32" round file.