Question About Cordless Chainsaw Extensions

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#324455 12-Apr-2026 17:33

I have a hand-held cordless chain saw (six inch blade) that I'd now like to get an extension pole for.

Anyone know how it works? viz. I know the saw clips on one end and the battery clips into the handle end of the pole, but how is the trigger activated?

Does the wiring somehow bypass the chainsaw's requirement to depress the safety button first when just using it hand-held?

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#3480254 12-Apr-2026 17:48

You buy a pole chainsaw, not stick an extension pole on a normal saw.

https://www.bunnings.co.nz/ozito-750w-200mm-8-corded-pole-pruner-epp-751_p0442717

https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/black-decker-cordless-pole-saw-kit-18-volt-2ah-20cm/p/267753

https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/makita-18v-lxt-200mm-pole-saw-skin/p/2043677

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#3480257 12-Apr-2026 18:09

Just buy a really long pole, some duct tape, and some string.

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#3480258 12-Apr-2026 18:15

Are you asking about the https://handysaw.co.nz/ ?

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#3480268 12-Apr-2026 19:56

What make and model is your saw?

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#3480269 12-Apr-2026 20:09

k1w1k1d:

What make and model is your saw?

like one of the most important pieces of information to include in the first post

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#3480316 13-Apr-2026 08:39

Typically, the trigger and safety switch are at the bottom end, where the battery or power-cord are located. If there are multiple extension poles available, then there will be a built in means of conducting electricity.

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#3480570 13-Apr-2026 17:13

>Just buy a really long pole, some duct tape, and some string.<

Ha ha ha, I thought of that but my wife started looking for the life insurance papers, so ..... 😁

I have a KD cordless chainsaw as below, and have discovered a few branches are taller than me.

I notice that a number of these devises use the same style and type of battery too.

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#3480593 13-Apr-2026 18:53

This one? https://kiwidiscount.co.nz/products/mini-chainsaw-cordless-6-inch-electric-chainsaw

If so, I don't see a specific extension available for it. It would be possible to have extra electrical contacts in the base where the battery connects for use with an extension that bypasses the trigger, but is such a product actually made?

The purpose built ones linked up above all have the trigger and safety at the battery end, and the extension poles have contacts in each join to pass the current to the motor head at the other end.

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#3480641 13-Apr-2026 19:53

Rickles:

>Just buy a really long pole, some duct tape, and some string.<

Ha ha ha, I thought of that but my wife started looking for the life insurance papers, so ..... 😁

I have a KD cordless chainsaw as below, and have discovered a few branches are taller than me.

I notice that a number of these devises use the same style and type of battery too.

Unless they are sizable branches just use a manual pruning saw on a pole. You'll have it done faster than trying to extend that saw. Most cordless tools use similar batteries but there's numerous differences in the mounts to keep you in brand silos.

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#3480642 13-Apr-2026 20:13

Bung:

Unless they are sizable branches just use a manual pruning saw on a pole. You'll have it done faster than trying to extend that saw. Most cordless tools use similar batteries but there's numerous differences in the mounts to keep you in brand silos.

Totally agree. Something like this is extremely sharp and efficient. It will give that small chainsaw a run for its money in terms of both diameter and timing. IMO much simpler, easier and lighter to use than a chainsaw waving around at the upper end of the pole.

These types of saws have a hole in the handle where an extension pole can be inserted and bolted in. You can pretty much have a pole as long as you think you can handle (excuse the pun).

I’ve used saws like this at various times at home over the years and they’re actually a surprising pleasure to use because they’re so efficient.

Sometimes I just sit and think. Other times I just sit.

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#3480645 13-Apr-2026 20:31

I disagree. I'd take a (purpose built) pole chainsaw over the manual variety any day, having used both. I'd be hesitant to muck around with any dodgy extensions, but a purpose built pole chainsaw is great for pruning.

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#3480673 13-Apr-2026 21:31

I've got one of these:

The trigger and safety latch is up in the handle. It's quite top heavy and not quite as tall as I'd like for my neighbours larger trees that overhang. Otherwise it's pretty good for 5 minutes until my arms give out.

I've previously used one of the handsaws that eracode mentioned bolted to a long broomstick - worked great and I'd consider doing it again but with a larger telescopic alu pool cleaning pole for additional reach.

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#3480683 13-Apr-2026 22:07

We have a manual saw on a pole but found that it grips into branches and just pulls them back without cutting them. Ok for larger branches that remain still while you cut them.

Bought an 18v Makita pole chainsaw with an extension pole. Much better.