SMALL TOOLBOX · Board Cutting Layout
Board Cutting Layout
Lay out rectangular cuts on source boards while accounting for a specified saw kerf.
Inputs and settings
Results
Enter the details and run the tool.
How to use this tool and its limits
The shelf-packing heuristic is not an optimum solution and does not account for cut order, grain or machine clearance.
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Who should use this tool?
Lay out rectangular cuts on source boards while accounting for a specified saw kerf.
Before you begin
Enter source-board width and height, kerf, and each cut as width, height, quantity; enable rotation if allowed.
Step-by-step instructions
- Prepare the supported inputs described above. Keep original files as a backup.
- Use the tool controls to process the information. Review any on-screen warnings before proceeding.
- Inspect the generated output against your input before downloading or printing.
What will you receive?
A board-by-board two-dimensional cut layout.
Limitations and incorrect-result cases
The shelf-packing heuristic is not an optimum solution and does not account for cut order, grain or machine clearance.
Questions about your data
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Should I trust the output without checking?
No. Compare important results with the original and use a professional check where legally or technically required.