Special Features of My Sawmill
The Bed Frame can be any length up to 24' and this mill cuts a log just two feet shorter than the bed but with track extensions of 1 foot at each end, the mill will cut a 24' log. Of course bed extensions can be added to cut a log of any length. (see Basic Sawmill Questions)
The Powerhead and Bed both use the "Kingpost Truss" design for lightweight strength. (see Basic Questions)
The Powerhead is quickly, easily and accurately raised and lowered in the carriage without any expensive or cumbersome:
(threaded rods) (springs) (gears) (belts and pulleys) (chains and sprockets) (winches) (ratchets) (jacks) (garage door openers) (electric motors) or (hydraulics)
The Height Gauge moves up and down with the power head, so that the marker line is always at "eye" level.
All Position Dogs can be clamped anywhere on the log with just a quick push of a lever. They move up and down as well as left and right and don't leave a piercing "bite hole" in the log or sawn cant. No cranking a screw into the log, so it can be clamped (or released) in a second.
Industrial Centrifugal Clutch featuring ball bearings, a cast iron drum and four automotive brake pad shoes. Using a centrifugal clutch saves building additional blade engagement systems where there is belt slippage and wear during blade start-up, so the drive belt lasts much longer.
(see Advanced Sawmill Questions)
Plus many more, including: trailer towing package, taper compensator, 5 gallon UV protected visible coolant bottle, umbrella mounts, shake and bevel siding wedges, dual carriage lockdown positions, etc..
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