DeWALT 16-in. Replacement Chainsaw Chain (DWO1DT616T)

Key Features

Correct Chain Size

Built for a 16 inch bar with 3/8 inch pitch, 0.043 inch gauge, and 56 drive links. That matters because chainsaw chain fit is not forgiving. Get the right size and the saw runs the way it should.

Smoother Cutting

Ramped depth gauges are designed to reduce kickback and vibration while keeping cutting speed up. That means better control in the cut and less fight from the chain.

Longer Chain Life

The semi chisel design and Centri-Lube oil channel help the DEWALT replacement chainsaw chain stay sharp longer and reduce friction at the rivets. Less heat and wear means more usable life between maintenance.

Overview

The DEWALT DWO1DT616T 16-Inch Replacement Chainsaw Chain is a replacement chainsaw chain for DEWALT cordless chainsaws using a 16 inch bar. This is a chainsaw chain designed for cutting wood with a compatible DEWALT saw and matching bar setup. Model Number: DWO1DT616T. If your old chain is dull, stretched, or damaged, this is the kind of replacement that gets your saw back to clean, controlled cutting without changing the feel of the tool.

Fit is the first thing that matters with any replacement chain, and DEWALT gives you the key numbers here: 16 inch bar length, 3/8 inch pitch, 0.043 inch gauge, and 56 drive links. Those specs are what determine whether the chain tracks correctly on the bar and works with the saw's drive system. For anyone replacing a worn chain, that means less guesswork and a better shot at getting back to work without trial-and-error ordering.

This chain is built as a semi chisel chain rather than a full chisel chain. In plain terms, that usually means it gives up a little bit of aggressive edge geometry in exchange for better edge retention and more practical durability in day-to-day cutting. If you are cutting typical firewood, storm cleanup material, or general property maintenance stock instead of chasing maximum speed in perfectly clean timber, that is usually a good trade.

DEWALT also calls out its Centri-Lube channel in each drive link. That channel is designed to carry bar oil to the rivets, where friction and wear build up fast. The real-world benefit is reduced friction, better lubrication where the chain articulates, and longer service life when the saw is properly oiled and tensioned. That is the kind of feature you appreciate over time, because chain life usually comes down to heat, lubrication, and keeping things from wearing out early.

Control matters just as much as raw cutting speed, especially on a chainsaw. The ramped depth gauges on this DEWALT chainsaw chain are designed to support smooth, high-speed cutting while reducing kickback and vibration. For the user, that means the chain is intended to feel more predictable in the cut and less harsh through the saw. DEWALT also states that the chain meets ANSI low kickback chain standards, which is a meaningful point for users who want replacement parts that stay aligned with the saw's original operating character.