The scheppach hs730 log saw has a large 700 mm tct sawblade will allow you to saw through logs 240 mm in diameter in a single pass however by rotating the log around and making a cut from the opposite side this will then slightly increase the cutting capacity and allow you to cut through logs 240 mm in diameterthe hs730 is totally safe and easy to use and works by placing the log on the machine and then simply push the cradle forward where the retractable guard springs back and the log is sa