Peripheral speeds vary based on many factors including the degree of safety of the mill. The following table shows the normal and average range.
| COMMON RANGE | AVERAGE | |
| GUIDED EDGER SAWS | 12,000 – 18,000 FPM | 14,000 FPM |
| STROB SAWS | 10,000 – 14,000 FPM | 12,000 FPM |
| TRIM SAWS | 10,000 – 18,000 FPM | 15,000 FPM |