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What affects cutting speed?
Wood type: Hardwoods (oak, maple) cut slower than softwoods (pine, fir)
Log diameter: Bigger logs = slower feed rate
Blade sharpness: A dull blade drastically reduces speed
Engine power: More horsepower allows faster feed
Moisture content: Wet (“green”) wood cuts differently than dry wood
⚖️ Real-world example
A typical portable band sawmill operator cutting pine logs might:
Run blade at ~5,000 FPM
Feed at ~20 ft/min
Complete a 10-foot cut in about 30 seconds
