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The cutting speed of a portable sawmill isn’t a single fixed number—it depends on the type of mill, blade, wood species, and operator technique. But here are realistic ranges to give you a clear idea:
Typical cutting speeds
1. Band saw portable mills (most common)
Blade speed: 4,000–6,000 feet per minute (FPM) (~20–30 m/s)
Feed rate (how fast you push through the log):
Softwood: 10–30 feet per minute
Hardwood: 5–15 feet per minute
2. Circular sawmills
Blade speed: 10,000–15,000 FPM
Faster cutting, but less common in portable setups
