{"id":16751,"date":"2025-07-03T23:19:53","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T23:19:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=16751"},"modified":"2025-07-03T23:19:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T23:19:54","slug":"how-to-use-the-chainsaw-in-satisfactory","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/article\/how-to-use-the-chainsaw-in-satisfactory\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Use The Chainsaw In Satisfactory"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16752\" style=\"width:330px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw.webp 360w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw-50x50.webp 50w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw-60x60.webp 60w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chainsaw-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Chainsaw in <em>Satisfactory<\/em> is an essential tool for clearing vegetation and gathering biomass quickly and efficiently. Whether you&#8217;re prepping land for a new factory or stocking up on fuel, learning how to use the Chainsaw effectively will drastically improve your gameplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use code <strong>KB30<\/strong> at checkout to get <strong>30% off your Satisfactory server<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/satisfactory-server-hosting\">GGServers<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd13 How To Unlock The Chainsaw<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To unlock the Chainsaw:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reach <strong>Tier 2<\/strong> in the HUB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the <strong>Obstacle Clearing<\/strong> milestone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deposit the required resources (Concrete, Screws, Cable, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the milestone to unlock:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Chainsaw blueprint<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to craft <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee0 How To Craft The Chainsaw<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once unlocked, craft it at the <strong>Equipment Workshop<\/strong> using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Quantity<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Reinforced Iron Plates<\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iron Rods<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Screws<\/td><td>160<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cable<\/td><td>15<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It occupies one hand slot and does <strong>not<\/strong> degrade over time \u2014 no durability to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd0b Chainsaw Fuel: Solid Biofuel Only<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chainsaw <strong>only accepts Solid Biofuel<\/strong> as fuel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To craft Solid Biofuel:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gather <strong>Leaves<\/strong> and <strong>Wood<\/strong> using the Chainsaw or by hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convert them into <strong>Biomass<\/strong> at a Crafting Bench or Constructor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convert Biomass into <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep a stack of Solid Biofuel in your inventory \u2014 the Chainsaw pulls fuel automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf0 How To Equip And Use The Chainsaw<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Equip<\/strong> the Chainsaw from your inventory into a hand slot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong> in your inventory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aim at vegetation; a white outline will show valid targets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Left-click<\/strong> to rev the Chainsaw and cut.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nearby flora within a 5-meter radius will be destroyed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resources go directly into your inventory.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You can switch between:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Area Mode<\/strong> (default): Cuts multiple plants in an area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Single-Target Mode<\/strong>: Press <code>R<\/code> to toggle and cut only one specific plant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf31 What The Chainsaw Can And Can\u2019t Cut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2705 Can Cut:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Small &amp; medium <strong>trees<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bushes<\/strong> and shrubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fungi<\/strong>, Mycelia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fallen logs and stumps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u274c Can\u2019t Cut:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large decorative trees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Big rocks and terrain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creatures (the Chainsaw is <strong>not a weapon<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a1 Best Practices For Biomass Collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aim for dense vegetation<\/strong> for maximum yield.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wood is more efficient<\/strong> than leaves \u2014 prioritize tree clearing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convert everything to <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong> before using in generators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear areas before building factories or vehicle paths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>Constructors<\/strong> to automate biomass \u2192 solid biofuel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <em>Tip:<\/em> Bring a storage container or have extra space in your inventory before a big clearing run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udeab Limitations &amp; Pro Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only uses <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong> (no coal, oil, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be <strong>manually equipped<\/strong> to function.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cannot hurt enemies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switch to <strong>Single-Target Mode<\/strong> with <code>R<\/code> for precision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>H to holster<\/strong> the Chainsaw if it&#8217;s blocking item pickup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loud sound \u2014 be mindful in multiplayer!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcac FAQ: Chainsaw In Satisfactory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Why won\u2019t my Chainsaw work?<\/strong><br>A: Make sure you have <strong>Solid Biofuel<\/strong> in your inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can the Chainsaw be used for combat?<\/strong><br>A: No \u2014 it doesn\u2019t deal damage to creatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I cut big trees or rocks with it?<\/strong><br>A: No \u2014 use <strong>explosives<\/strong> later in the game for that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Does the Chainsaw use durability?<\/strong><br>A: No \u2014 it lasts forever, but consumes Solid Biofuel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What\u2019s the fastest way to gather fuel?<\/strong><br>A: Target clusters of <strong>small trees and bushes<\/strong> with the Chainsaw\u2019s AoE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to expand your factory and clear the wild?<br><strong>Get your own Satisfactory server now<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/satisfactory-server-hosting\">GGServers<\/a> \u2014 and don\u2019t forget to use <strong>KB30<\/strong> for <strong>30% off<\/strong> your first month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>You can contact our 24\/7 GGServers support anytime at: <a href=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/billing\/submitticket.php\">https:\/\/ggservers.com\/billing\/submitticket.php<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Chainsaw in Satisfactory is an essential tool for clearing vegetation and gathering biomass quickly and efficiently. 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