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A band sawmill (the most common type of portable sawmill) can handle a wide range of log sizes—but the exact capacity depends on the model.
Here’s a clear breakdown
Typical log sizes for band sawmills
Small / entry-level mills
Examples: YSDMILL XL-590 Entry-Level Portable Sawmill
Max log diameter:590mm
Max log length:3500mm
Best for: hobby use, small trees
Mid-size portable mills
Examples: YSDMILL YMJ25-800 Automatic Hydraulic Horizontal Sawmill.
Max log diameter:800mm
Max log length:4000mm
Best for:serious hobbyists, small business
Large / professional mills
Examples: YSDMILL YMJ40-1500HD Heavy Duty Horizontal Sawmill.
Max log diameter:1500mm
Max log length:6000mm
Best for: commercial production
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What limits log size?
Even if a mill can fit a big log, a few things matter:
1.Throat width (max diameter) → biggest log it can physically accept
2.Bed length → how long your logs can be
3.Engine power → affects cutting speed on large logs
4.Hydraulics → helps handle heavy logs.
