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Plywood Cut List Optimizer

Lay out parts across plywood sheets and print a cutting sequence for the shop.

Inches or millimeters

1. Set up your stock

Use decimals or fractions such as 0.75, 3/4, or 23 1/2. Trim is the total removed at each edge, including the blade kerf.

Sheet reference

Sheet length Sheet width Grain direction Edge trim

The optimizer uses the same stock settings for every sheet. A grain-locked part turns only when its specified grain will line up with the sheet.

2. Enter your parts

Use finished dimensions. Grain can run along the part’s length or width, regardless of which side is longer.

Projects stay on this device. Download a file to keep a separate copy.

How the optimizer works

Every cut runs straight across the current piece. The optimizer tries several part orders and cutting directions, then picks a plan that uses the fewest sheets it found and favors larger offcuts.

Measure cuts from the edge of the current piece. The distance shown is to the near edge of the blade, with the kerf on the far side of the measurement.

 
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