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Enter parts to cut
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Enter your sheet dimensions and parts – get an optimized cut plan with minimal waste for MDF, plywood, particleboard & melamine panels instantly.
Enter parts to cut
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Four simple steps to an optimized panel cut list
Enter the length and width of your sheet in millimetres. Standard sheet: 2500 × 1250 mm. Any dimensions are supported.
The kerf is the material lost to the saw blade – typically 2–4 mm. Your cutting service or machine manual will confirm the exact value.
Enter the label, length, width and quantity for each part. Enable rotation for any part that can be turned 90° for a better fit.
Click "Calculate cut plan". The tool instantly generates a visual layout for each sheet with efficiency indicators.
One of the most important factors when cutting wood panels is grain direction – especially in furniture making, where visible surfaces need to match visually.
Grain runs along the long edge – in the 2500 mm direction. For tabletops or cabinet doors, the long edge of the part should align with the grain direction (parallel to the 2500 mm axis).
If parts are cut across the sheet (e.g. horizontal shelves), the grain will run across. This may be undesirable for cabinet doors and visible fronts, but perfectly fine for structural parts.
💡 Tip: If grain direction matters – disable "Allow 90° rotation" globally or for specific parts. This ensures all parts are cut in the correct grain direction.
Answers to the most common questions about sheet cutting optimization