I have an oak limb that fell that is around 5.5" in diameter at its thickest. Can this saw handle something like that?
1399015
It can handle it . Up to 8 inch but not at a fast pace. Remember its electric.. I use it for my fire pit.
1399016
yes. Just get to it quickly as the wood becomes harder as it dries out and will dull the chain faster
1399017
If the limb it recently fallen and not totally dried out -- yes it can, just be patient and expect some feedback from the chain due to it's slow run speed. Just as a reminder, be sure to oil the chain before cutting and maybe another time during the cut. This saw does not have an automatic oiler - use 30 weight automotive oil and not bar/chain oil.
549697
I am a homeowner cutting tree branches as needed. The thickest diameter is about 3". Unlike electric saw, I have to cut this thick branch on both sides for my easy handling. "Easy" means without stress and force. However, I have not experienced the limit or max. capacity of this tool. To me, it serves practically and neatly. Purchase recommended.
1691548
I have tried to do this very thing with this saw and it isn't ideal. With such a small opening it if difficult to work on anything larger than three inches in diameter. Also the saw can only handle a half inch blade means resawing will not be accurate.
1481369
If this saw does not have a rigid back (like a Back-saw) then, yes it can cut wood that thick. However, accuracy will be tough. I would try a table saw first, even if I had to make a special jig to allow for the size of the window. Best wishes, Robt. P.S. I mention the rigid-back because I have many pull-saws for different uses and I do not remember what this specific saw looks like; I am not fluent in Japanese! RW
399713
This battery saw has plenty of power but 3/4 of on inch is hard on any skill saw. I have used this saw on many products and projects and had no problems this would be a big task I think short runs not long cuts would be fine great saw Thanks
549698
I have cut 5" diameter branches, but the saw is so sharp that you can cut most any size. Just remember you need enough room for the blade to move back and forth. The bigger the branch is the longer it takes because you have to make short strokes.
1543945
I think you would be better off with an 4.5 inch abrasive saw. I think dewalt makes one.
146476
I don't know how thick of a leg you can make. I made a leg that was 2x2x32 and had no problem. My guess would be your table saw would be the limiting factor. For safety sake, no matter what size leg I would recommend using the gripper, also a product made by Microdial. I stated the largest leg I have made is a 2x2x32 and the smallest was a 1 5/8x1 5/8x14. I would not have a problem larger or smaller if the need should arise. I'm retired and work with wood as a hobby, If you have any further questions feel to send your questions to me. George Evans
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I'm sure it could. I've cut through 2 x 4 stock (which is 1 1/2" thick) many years ago with a very muchlower powered and lighter weight jig saw. Just go slowly, use a sharp blade, and let the saw do the workwithout forcing the cut.
1764561
I have not used it for that purpose.The motor would handle soft wood but I don't think you will get a straight cut as youwould with a different saw.
453231
One inch can be handled but if you are cutting a lot of this size or thicker, should use a chain saw.
992921
The saw is strong enough. Make sure you get a long pruning blade (6" to 8") for the job. The pruning blades work great.
1159594
The saw will not handle a piece of wood that large. You might be able to make a cut then flip the wood over and make the other side and make another cut. The saw is not a heavy duty saw, it will cut small stuff great. That is what it was designed for, not heavy duty stuff.
870476
As nice as this little unit is---it is still a "little" unit and you will probably find it won't work well for really hard wood (dogwood is also a surprisingly hard wood). It is best for doing a lot of cutting of softer wood AND if they are attached to the tree--that is if you try to hold a branch and cut it in the middle you will find that the saw can't "bite" into it. think of it as a small chain saw.
870478
I used mine to take down lilacs. They have very hard wood. It takes awhile to get through, but some of the branches at the bottom were 3". If I were to do it again I would use a sawsall or chain saw.
736653
Yes as long as its not green and soft, if it is hard and not too thin, the saw will work like a breeze.
1691991
I'm not that familiar with arborvites, but when i googled it, the trees looked like shaped pointed decorative like trees? This saw will work best on fairly stiff branches. If your trees have small very flexible limbs, i'm afraid the teeth won't grip to cut.