Wood-Mizer LT15START

Name: Wood-Mizer LT15START
Brand: Wood-mizer
SKU: 6ea9ab1b
Rating: 90.00 (5 reviews)

Overview

The Wood-Mizer LT15START Portable Sawmill is designed to provide entry-level sawyers and hobbyists with a reliable and efficient way to turn logs into high-quality lumber. With its compact size and user-friendly features, this sawmill is an excellent choice for those looking to explore the world of milling.

Powered by a robust 10HP gas engine, the LT15START delivers ample cutting power to handle a wide range of wood species and sizes. Whether you're working with hardwood or softwood, this sawmill can tackle the task with ease. It's adjustable bed and blade system allow for precise cuts and efficient log handling, ensuring you can maximize the yield from each log.

Setting up and operating the LT15START is a breeze, thanks to its simple and intuitive design. Even if you're new to sawmilling, you'll quickly get the hang of using this machine. Wood-Mizer's blade technology, known for its sharpness and durability, ensures clean and accurate cuts while minimizing waste. The sawmill is equipped with blade guards and safety switches to prioritize user safety during operation.

One of the standout features of the LT15START is its portability. With optional accessories like trailer packages or bed extensions, you can easily transport the sawmill to different job sites or move it around your property. This mobility enables you to bring the milling process directly to the logs, saving time and effort in log transportation.

Whether you're looking to create lumber for personal woodworking projects or small-scale commercial ventures, the Wood-Mizer LT15START Portable Sawmill offers a reliable and efficient solution. Its durability, efficiency, and user-friendly design make it a popular choice among entry-level sawyers and hobbyists who want to unlock the potential of their logs and turn them into valuable lumber.

Pros and Cons of Wood-Mizer LT15START Portable Sawmill

Pros

Compact and portable design
User-friendly and easy to operate
Powerful performance with a 10HP gas engine
Durable and reliable construction

Cons

Limited capacity for large-scale operations
Maximum log size restrictions
Manual operation requiring physical effort
Reliance on fuel for gas-powered operation
Additional costs for optional accessories

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Product Specifications

Brand: Wood-mizer
Model: LT15START
Side Supports: 4 Steel Adjustable
Paint Finish: Powder Coat
Sawhead Up/down: Hand Crank
Power Selections: 14HP Kohler Gas
Trailer Package: Optional (One Additional 6' 8" Bed Section Required)
Bandwheels: 19" Steel
Bed Leveling Feet: 8 Adjustable
Blade Guide Arm: Adjusted with Manual Lever
Blade Length: 158"
Blade Lubrication: Manual On/Off Valve
Blade Tension: Cam Easy Tension Handle
Design: Monorail
Log Clamps: 1 Adjustable

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With its impressive cutting capacity, the LT15START can effortlessly handle logs up to 28" in diameter and 11' in length. What's more, the optional 6' 8" bed extensions provide the flexibility to saw even longer lengths. The thin-kerf sawmill blade enables precision cutting as fine as 1/16", while the log clamp and built-in bed side support ensure final cuts within 1" of the sawmill bed, maximizing lumber utilization.

Powering the LT15START is a robust Kohler Command Pro 14HP gas engine. This engine is renowned for its dependability, and it boasts a Quad-Clean™ all-season four-stage cyclonic air filter, delivering excellent engine protection even in tough and dirty sawing conditions. Featuring a forged-steel crankshaft, electronic ignition, and cast-iron cylinder liner, this engine delivers professional-grade power and performance. The large-capacity fuel tank keeps you sawing for longer periods, reducing downtime for refueling. As a testament to its quality, each Kohler engine comes with a 3-year commercial limited warranty.

The LT15START is equipped with an adjustable blade guide arm that supports the blade during narrow and wide cuts, reducing blade travel and ensuring accurate sawing. Engaging the sawmill blade is a breeze, thanks to the mechanical clutch and the convenient single handle operation. To keep the blade cool and free from pitch, sap, and sawdust, the gravity-fed blade lubrication system applies lubricant directly to the blade, maintaining optimal cutting performance.

Holding the logs securely during sawing is essential for accurate cuts, and the LT15START's quick-set log clamp delivers just that. Constructed from solid tube steel, the log clamp is adjustable in multiple directions, accommodating different log sizes. It features an acme thread screw for enhanced durability, rust-resistant powder-coat paint for longevity, and a clamp point block for a strong grip on both round logs and squared cants. For larger projects, additional log clamps are available.

Stability is paramount, and the LT15START is equipped with four durable steel side supports. These supports are adjustable up and down, ensuring logs remain stable during loading, sawing, and turning operations. By providing solid support, they contribute to the overall accuracy and reliability of the sawmill. The rust-resistant powder-coat paint ensures long-lasting durability, and the built-in bed side support on each cross-section eliminates the need for additional adjustable side supports when sawing squared cants.

Achieving a level bed is crucial for optimal sawing performance, and the LT15START includes eight adjustable bed leveling feet. These feet allow for simple and precise leveling of the bed, ensuring stability and accuracy throughout the sawing process. Even when working with different sawing lengths, the adjustable feet maintain a level surface, resulting in consistent and high-quality cuts. If you require additional bed sections, rest assured that they also come with adjustable feet, enabling you to keep your sawmill bed level regardless of the length.

When you choose the LT15START, you're supporting American craftsmanship. Since 1982, Wood-Mizer portable sawmills have been proudly manufactured in the USA at their factory in the heart of the Midwest. The use of premium quality steel, expert cutting, precise forming, meticulous welding, and industrial-grade powder-coat paint ensure the LT15START meets the highest standards of quality and durability.

For enhanced portability and convenience, the LT15START offers the option to add the LT15 GO Trailer to your setup. The GO Trailer features a durable steel frame, a single axle, two wheels, two fenders, a set of six adjustable outriggers, lights, and a hitch. By utilizing the GO Trailer, you can saw logs directly on the trailer, eliminating the need for additional supports or stands. With the ability to easily hook up and transport your sawmill to different sawing sites, the LT15 GO Trailer maximizes mobility and efficiency. Do note that the LT15START requires an extra bed section to be compatible with the LT15 GO Trailer.