Oregon E68 chain: what it fits and what the code means
E68 is a 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge chain with 68 drive links. It fits 8 saws listed below.
What E68 is
- Pitch
- 3/8"
- Gauge
- .050"
- Drive links
- 68
The letter E is the chain type, the number 68 is the drive link count.
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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 68 drive links:
| Code | Type | Pitch | Gauge | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E68 | 72LPX | 3/8" | .050" | PowerCut |
| D68 | 72V | 3/8" | .050" | AdvanceCut |
| L68 | 22BPX | .325" | .063" | ControlCut |
D68: same pitch and gauge as E68, different cutter. Either fits the same bar. L68: different pitch or gauge. Not a substitute for E68.
Saws that take E68
Questions people ask
What does E68 mean on an Oregon chain?
E is the chain series (72LPX, PowerCut: 3/8" pitch, .050" gauge). 68 is the number of drive links.
What bar length is E68?
Usually 18". What matters is the drive link count, 68: count the links on your old chain rather than going by the inches.
What file do I need for E68?
A 7/32" round file.