What is one of the three angles of the saw chain important for cutting?

The depth gauge is one of the three critical angles of the saw chain that directly influences its cutting ability. It serves a specific purpose by controlling how deep the cutter teeth can penetrate into the wood during operation. When the depth gauge is appropriately set, it allows for effective cutting by ensuring that each cutter tooth engages the wood at an optimal depth, facilitating efficient chip removal and reducing the likelihood of kickback or binding.

In contrast, the other terms like volume angle, length angle, and width angle are not recognized technical terms associated with chainsaw cutting angles or saw chain design. These misnomers do not reflect the established mechanics of how chainsaw chains operate and influence cutting performance. Therefore, understanding the role of the depth gauge is essential for safe and efficient chainsaw operation in wildland firefighting or other lumbering activities.