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The STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro Chainsaw Chain Reel, part number 3693 005 0460, is a bulk professional saw-chain reel featuring .325" pitch, .050" / 1.3 mm gauge, semi-chisel cutters, and a standard cutter sequence.
This reel contains approximately 24.84 feet of chain, commonly sold as a 25-foot reel, with 460 drive links. It is designed for chainsaw dealers, repair shops, forestry operations, professional users, and other properly equipped users who make individual chain loops to exact drive-link specifications.
STIHL Chain: 23RM Rapid Micro
STIHL Part Number: 3693 005 0460
Also formatted as: 3693-005-0460 and 36930050460
STIHL 23RM Chain Reel Highlights
- STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro
- STIHL Part Number 3693 005 0460
- Approx. 24.84 ft. / 25 ft. bulk reel
- .325" chain pitch
- .050" / 1.3 mm gauge
- 460 drive links
- Semi-chisel cutter design
- Standard cutter sequence
- Rapid Micro chain family
- Designed for making multiple correctly sized chain loops
STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro Chainsaw Chain
The STIHL 23RM is part of STIHL's Rapid Micro saw-chain family and uses a semi-chisel cutter profile.
Rapid Micro chain is designed to provide a practical balance of cutting performance, durability, and ease of maintenance for demanding chainsaw applications.
The semi-chisel cutter has a more rounded working corner than a full-chisel cutter, helping it maintain useful cutting performance during normal use while remaining relatively straightforward to sharpen and maintain.
.325" Pitch
This STIHL 23RM chain uses a .325-inch pitch.
Chain pitch must match the chainsaw's drive sprocket, guide-bar nose sprocket, and overall cutting-system specification.
Never select replacement chainsaw chain based only on guide-bar length.
.050" / 1.3 mm Gauge
The STIHL 23RM 3693 005 0460 uses a .050-inch / 1.3 mm gauge.
Gauge refers to the thickness of the drive-link portion that travels through the guide-bar groove.
The chain gauge must match the guide-bar groove exactly.
Semi-Chisel Cutter Design
The supplied product specifications identify the 23RM as a semi-chisel chainsaw chain.
Semi-chisel cutters use a rounded working corner that provides a useful combination of cutting performance and durability for professional and general chainsaw work.
This cutter style can also be easier to maintain than more aggressive cutter profiles under normal working conditions.
Standard Cutter Sequence
The STIHL 23RM reel uses a standard cutter sequence.
This means the chain uses a conventional cutter-spacing arrangement rather than a skip or full-skip sequence.
25' Bulk Chainsaw Chain Reel
This product is bulk chainsaw chain, not one pre-cut replacement loop.
The supplied reel length is approximately 24.84 feet, commonly described as a 25-foot reel.
The complete reel contains approximately 460 drive links.
A properly equipped user can create individual chain loops from the reel according to the exact drive-link count required by a compatible chainsaw and guide-bar combination.
STIHL 23RM 3693 005 0460 Specifications
| Specification | STIHL 23RM |
|---|---|
| Brand | STIHL |
| Chain Designation | 23RM |
| Chain Family | Rapid Micro |
| Reel Length | Approx. 24.84 ft. / 25 ft. |
| Pitch | .325" |
| Gauge | .050" / 1.3 mm |
| Drive Links | 460 |
| Cutter Type | Semi-Chisel |
| Cutter Sequence | Standard |
| STIHL Part Number | 3693 005 0460 |
Why Buy STIHL 23RM Chain by the Reel?
A bulk chain reel is useful for users who routinely make multiple chains rather than purchasing every drive-link count as an individual pre-cut loop.
Common users include:
- STIHL dealers
- Chainsaw repair shops
- Professional arborists
- Tree-care companies
- Forestry operations
- Firewood businesses
- Commercial equipment fleets
- High-volume chainsaw users
Make Chains to the Required Drive-Link Count
Because the 23RM is supplied as bulk chain, individual loops can be made to different drive-link counts when the complete cutting-system specifications are compatible.
Before building a chain, verify:
- .325" pitch
- .050" / 1.3 mm gauge
- 23RM Rapid Micro chain specification
- Required drive-link count
- Guide-bar specification
- Drive sprocket specification
Professional Chain-Breaking & Riveting Equipment Required
This STIHL 23RM reel is not a ready-to-install chain loop.
Individual chains must be properly measured, broken, joined, and riveted using the correct chainsaw-chain assembly tools and compatible joining components.
Always follow STIHL's current chain-assembly specifications and procedures.
Improperly assembled saw chain can create a serious safety hazard.
Bulk Chain Reel vs. Pre-Cut Chain Loop
| STIHL 23RM Reel | Pre-Cut Chain Loop |
|---|---|
| Approx. 25 ft. bulk chain | One finished chain loop |
| 460 total drive links | Fixed drive-link count |
| Can make multiple compatible loops | Designed for one specified configuration |
| Requires breaking and riveting | Ready to install when correctly matched |
How to Identify the Correct STIHL Chain Reel
Use the complete chain specification rather than relying on only one measurement.
For this product, the important identifiers are:
- STIHL 23RM
- Rapid Micro
- .325" pitch
- .050" / 1.3 mm gauge
- Standard cutter sequence
- 3693 005 0460
If your existing chain or guide bar does not match these specifications, verify the correct chain before ordering.
STIHL 3693 005 0460 Part Number
This STIHL 23RM chain reel may be searched using several part-number formats:
- 3693 005 0460
- 3693-005-0460
- 36930050460
- STIHL 3693 005 0460
- STIHL 23RM
- 23 RM Rapid Micro
STIHL 23RM Price & Availability
If you're looking for a STIHL 23RM chain reel for sale, use the current price and inventory displayed directly on this product page.
This listing is specifically for the STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro 25' chain reel, part number 3693 005 0460.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is STIHL 23RM?
STIHL 23RM is a Rapid Micro semi-chisel chainsaw-chain configuration. This reel uses .325" pitch, .050" gauge, and a standard cutter sequence.
What is STIHL part number 3693 005 0460?
3693 005 0460 identifies this STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro bulk chainsaw-chain reel.
How long is the STIHL 23RM reel?
The supplied reel length is approximately 24.84 feet, commonly described as a 25-foot chain reel.
How many drive links are on STIHL 3693 005 0460?
The complete reel contains approximately 460 drive links.
What pitch is STIHL 23RM?
This configuration uses .325" pitch.
What gauge is STIHL 23RM?
This configuration uses .050" / 1.3 mm gauge.
Is STIHL 23RM semi-chisel?
Yes. The supplied product information identifies the 23RM as a semi-chisel Rapid Micro chain.
What cutter sequence does STIHL 23RM use?
This reel uses a standard cutter sequence.
Is this a ready-to-install chainsaw chain?
No. This is bulk chain on a reel. Individual chain loops must be correctly measured, assembled, and riveted before installation.
Can I make different drive-link counts from this reel?
Yes, provided the finished chains use the correct 23RM specification and are made to the exact drive-link count required by compatible cutting systems.
Is 36930050460 the same as 3693 005 0460?
Yes. 36930050460 is the compressed formatting of STIHL part number 3693 005 0460.
STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro 25' Chain Reel – 3693 005 0460
Choose the STIHL 23RM Rapid Micro chain reel when you need professional bulk saw chain with .325" pitch, .050" / 1.3 mm gauge, semi-chisel cutters, standard sequence, and 460 drive links.
STIHL Part Number: 3693 005 0460
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