{"title":"Peterson Portable Sawmills","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn your own logs into valuable, usable lumber with Peterson Portable Sawmills. Built around Peterson’s proven swingblade design, these mills combine portability, accuracy, versatility, and strong production in a machine that can go to the log instead of bringing every log to the mill.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhether you are milling lumber for a farm, acreage, woodlot, cabin, contracting business, or custom sawmilling operation, Peterson gives you the flexibility to produce dimensional lumber, beams, boards, and specialty cuts directly from your own timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePeterson’s swingblade system allows operators to change board dimensions as they work through the log, helping improve recovery while reducing unnecessary handling and re-sawing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jp-junior-peterson-sawmill-honda-engine-6in-swing-blade","title":"JP Junior Peterson Sawmill - Honda Engine - 6in Swing Blade","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePeterson Junior JP-6H12 Portable Swingblade Sawmill – Honda GX390 – 6\" Cut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePeterson Junior Peterson JP-6H12\u003c\/strong\u003e is a serious portable swingblade sawmill designed for property owners, farmers, woodlot operators, homesteaders, contractors, and part-time sawyers who want to turn their own logs into accurate, usable dimensional lumber. Compact enough to transport and operate without the infrastructure of a conventional stationary sawmill, yet capable of producing substantial volumes of finished timber, the Junior Peterson brings Peterson's proven swingblade concept into a smaller, more economical package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis configuration is powered by the commercial-grade \u003cstrong\u003eHonda GX390\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides a full \u003cstrong\u003e6-inch cutting capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e. The GX390 is a 389 cc, air-cooled, four-stroke OHV engine producing \u003cstrong\u003e11.7 net horsepower \/ 8.7 kW at 3,600 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e. Honda also rates the GX390 at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e19.5 lb-ft of net torque at 2,500 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to distinguish the engine's \u003cstrong\u003enet horsepower rating\u003c\/strong\u003e from older gross-horsepower ratings sometimes used in the small-engine industry. Net horsepower is measured at the engine's output shaft with normal production equipment such as the air cleaner and exhaust system fitted, making the \u003cstrong\u003e11.7 HP net rating\u003c\/strong\u003e a more representative figure for the power actually available to operate the sawmill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Honda GX390 is a professional horizontal-shaft engine from Honda's commercial GX Series. Honda backs GX engines of this size with a \u003cstrong\u003ethree-year commercial warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, subject to Honda's applicable warranty terms and registration requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA True Swingblade Sawmill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a conventional bandsaw mill, the Junior Peterson uses Peterson's \u003cstrong\u003ecircular swingblade system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The blade operates horizontally for one cut and then pivots through 90 degrees to make the adjoining vertical cut. This allows finished dimensional lumber to be produced directly from the log without repeatedly rotating the log or sending large slabs through a separate edger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cutting method is one of the major reasons the Peterson design is so versatile. Board dimensions can be changed as the operator progresses through the log, allowing the miller to adapt to the grain, defects, shape, and value of the individual log rather than being committed to one cutting pattern from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's swingblade design also makes it possible to recover lumber right down near the bottom of the log. The operator can change board orientation and dimensions as required to maximize usable timber and reduce unnecessary handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6\" Standard Cutting Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JP-6H12 is a \u003cstrong\u003e6-inch cut mill\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its standard swingblade can produce a maximum conventional cut of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6\" x 6\"\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ 152 mm x 152 mm maximum standard cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\" x 12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ 102 mm x 305 mm maximum double cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \"6-inch blade\" in Peterson literature refers to the mill's cutting capacity rather than simply the outside diameter of the circular blade. Peterson's current specification identifies the 6-inch-cut swingblade as approximately \u003cstrong\u003e422 mm in actual blade diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDouble Cutting – Produce Material up to 12\" Wide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the Junior Peterson's most useful features is its ability to \u003cstrong\u003edouble cut\u003c\/strong\u003e. By joining two horizontal cuts, the operator can produce material substantially wider than the normal 6-inch cutting depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JP is capable of a maximum double cut of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4\" x 12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows the mill to produce wider beams, boards, structural timbers, and specialty lumber without requiring a completely different sawmill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson designed the Junior Peterson so that double cutting requires only a relatively minor change in the normal milling process. The attached Peterson literature specifically highlights this feature as one of the key advantages of the JP platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandles Substantial Logs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the Junior Peterson is Peterson's smaller swingblade mill, its compact dimensions do not limit it to small timber. Peterson's current specification lists a \u003cstrong\u003emaximum log diameter of approximately 3.6 ft \/ 1,100 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives the JP the ability to process logs that can be difficult to handle on many smaller portable bandsaw mills. Because the mill is assembled around the log, the operator does not need to lift the entire log onto a conventional sawmill bed before cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e13-Foot Standard Log Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Junior Peterson track arrangement allows the operator to cut logs up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 ft \/ 4 m long\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard track length is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18.7 ft \/ 5.7 m\u003c\/strong\u003e. Peterson designed the JP around a rigid track system, and additional track extensions can be added when longer timber is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith suitable track extensions, the mill can be configured for logs substantially longer than the standard 13-foot capacity. This is particularly valuable when producing long structural timbers, beams, posts, agricultural building components, or custom lumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRigid Track System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson uses Peterson's \u003cstrong\u003eLo\/Lo track arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e, with two track sections positioned parallel to one another near ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson designed the track system to remain rigid over its working length. The mill can also be leveled to compensate for an imperfect work site, making it possible to establish an accurate cutting plane without requiring a permanent concrete sawmill pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the JP to be taken to the logs rather than requiring every log to be transported to a fixed milling location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle-Point Height Adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson incorporates Peterson's \u003cstrong\u003esingle-point sizing system\u003c\/strong\u003e. This system allows the operator to lower all four corners of the mill together from a single adjustment location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping the complete cutting assembly moving evenly helps maintain consistent board thickness while reducing the amount of walking around the mill between cuts. This is particularly useful when the JP is being operated by one person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for One-Person Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson can be operated by a \u003cstrong\u003esingle sawyer\u003c\/strong\u003e. The carriage is designed so the centre cutting unit can be moved along the tracks by the operator, and Peterson's sizing and track systems are arranged to minimize unnecessary movement around the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson recommends having a second person present at the milling site for safety, but the mill itself has been designed so that production does not inherently require a two-person crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a farm, acreage, homestead, woodlot, or small contracting operation, this provides the flexibility to mill lumber without dedicating multiple employees to the sawmill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson lists a typical Junior Peterson setup time of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e once an operator is familiar with the machine and the site has been appropriately prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portability is a major advantage for owners with logs spread across different locations. Rather than transporting every large log back to a central sawmill, the JP can be moved and assembled closer to the timber being processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Tapered Weatherboard Capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson has a particularly unusual feature built directly into the mill: the ability to produce \u003cstrong\u003etapered weatherboards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the operator to produce angled boards commonly used for applications such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLap siding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBevel siding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClapboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplay-cut siding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional weatherboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feature adds another potential finished product beyond conventional square dimensional lumber and can be especially useful for farm buildings, cabins, restoration projects, siding, and custom woodworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow-Maintenance Circular Blade System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's circular swingblades are designed around low maintenance and long service life. Unlike bandsaw blades that normally need to be removed from the mill for sharpening or replacement, the Peterson circular blade can be \u003cstrong\u003esharpened while it remains installed on the sawmill\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson states that routine sharpening can generally be completed in only a few minutes. The attached Peterson information book notes that the blade can be sharpened on the mill and that blade adjustments can be made relatively easily when fine-tuning finished lumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's blades use \u003cstrong\u003etungsten-carbide cutting tips\u003c\/strong\u003e. The manufacturer states that its circular blades normally provide years of service with proper maintenance, and worn carbide tips can be replaced rather than requiring the complete blade to be discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Blades Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JP-6H12 package includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo standard Peterson circular saw blades\u003c\/strong\u003e. Having a second blade available allows one blade to be serviced or repaired while the mill remains ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eblade sharpener kit and sharpening instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e are also included, allowing routine sharpening to be carried out by the owner rather than relying on an outside sharpening service for normal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent Log Recovery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA major advantage of the swingblade layout is the ability to alter the cutting pattern while moving through the log. Instead of first cutting the entire log into large slabs and then resawing those slabs, the operator can produce finished dimensions directly from the log.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can reduce unnecessary handling and allows the sawyer to react to knots, cracks, taper, grain orientation, and other characteristics as they become visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operator can also change board dimensions as the log becomes smaller, helping recover useful lumber from material that might otherwise become waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction Capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's attached product literature lists an \u003cstrong\u003eaverage production figure of approximately 1,600 board feet \/ 4 cubic metres per day\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Junior Peterson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual production will vary considerably depending on log diameter, timber species, board dimensions, log handling, operator experience, site layout, and the amount of defect in the timber. Peterson specifically notes that its stated production figures can vary according to species and size of cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven with that qualification, the listed production capacity demonstrates that the Junior Peterson is much more than a small occasional-use chainsaw mill. It is designed to provide meaningful dimensional-lumber production for a part-time sawyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHonda GX390 Commercial Engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis JP-6H12 is powered by the highly regarded \u003cstrong\u003eHonda GX390 commercial engine\u003c\/strong\u003e. Key Honda specifications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e389 cc displacement\u003c\/strong\u003e – commonly rounded to 390 cc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir-cooled four-stroke OHV design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11.7 net HP \/ 8.7 kW at 3,600 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.5 lb-ft \/ 26.5 Nm net torque at 2,500 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e88 mm x 64 mm bore and stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8.2:1 compression ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial-duty horizontal-shaft engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonda GX-series commercial warranty coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engine's published \u003cstrong\u003e11.7 HP figure is net output\u003c\/strong\u003e, measured at the output shaft under normal operating configuration. This is a more useful specification than older gross-horsepower ratings measured without normal intake and exhaust losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact and Portable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's current specification lists the JP mill itself at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e456 lb \/ 207 kg excluding the tracks\u003c\/strong\u003e. This relatively low mass is a major benefit when the mill needs to be transported to different jobsites or moved around a farm or woodlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mill itself measures approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.67 ft \/ 1.73 m long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.7 ft \/ 1.14 m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.85 ft \/ 2.1 m high\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the standard tracks installed, the operating footprint is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.9 ft \/ 2.1 m wide by 18.7 ft \/ 5.7 m long\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable Steel Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson differs somewhat from Peterson's larger production mills. Rather than using the same extensive aluminium and stainless-steel construction found on some larger models, the JP uses a heavy-duty steel structure protected with \u003cstrong\u003ezinc treatment and powder-coated finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis construction method allows Peterson to retain the strength and rigidity required for accurate milling while keeping the Junior Peterson at a more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Clip-On Slabber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junior Peterson can be further expanded with Peterson's optional \u003cstrong\u003eClip-On Slabber\u003c\/strong\u003e. This converts the JP from a dimensional-lumber swingblade mill into a machine capable of producing wide slabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson's current JP information lists slab capability of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 ft \/ 915 mm wide and 6 in \/ 152 mm thick\u003c\/strong\u003e when the appropriate JP Clip-On Slabber is installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives one mill the ability to produce conventional dimensional lumber, beams, weatherboards, and high-value live-edge slabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Planer Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Peterson \u003cstrong\u003ePlaner Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be fitted to the Junior Peterson. It installs in place of the normal saw blade and allows the mill to skim the surface of a beam or slab, helping level, thickness, and dress material directly on the mill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be particularly useful when working with wide slabs and beams that may be difficult to process through conventional stationary woodworking equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Sanding Disc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peterson \u003cstrong\u003eSander Disc Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is another available accessory for the Junior Peterson. Used after planing, it allows the mill itself to assist with finishing large slabs and beams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the sawmill, slabber, planer blade, and sanding attachment gives the JP unusually broad capability from a single portable machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpandable Track Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard log capacity is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 ft \/ 4 m\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the JP's rigid track system is designed to accept additional track sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means the owner can expand the mill later if requirements change. 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