MDF Cutting Calculator
Turn a rectangular MDF cut list into a sheet plan with explicit kerf, edge trim, rotation and optional guillotine sequencing for panel-saw workflows.
A cabinet-style worked example
| Part | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 720 × 560 mm | 4 |
| 700 × 300 mm | 4 |
| 560 × 300 mm | 6 |
| Sheet | 2440 × 1220 mm |
| Kerf / edge trim | 3 mm / 5 mm |
| Result | 2 sheets · 14 parts · 58.13% |
Why guillotine mode is useful for MDF
Many panel-saw workflows are easier to execute as a sequence of full edge-to-edge cuts through the current subpanel. PackMize guillotine mode restricts the search to layouts that can be represented with an ordered guillotine sequence, then lists those cuts per sheet.
What the optimizer does not know about your shop
The calculation does not automatically know blade lead-in, machine fence limits, vacuum pod locations, damaged board edges, décor matching or dust-extraction constraints. Enter edge trim deliberately and check the generated sequence against your machine and handling process.
Material utilization is not the only objective
A layout with marginally higher area utilization may be slower to cut or create inconvenient offcuts. PackMize reports offcut dimensions separately so you can weigh material yield against handling and reuse.
Assumptions
This worked example uses the dimensions entered in PackMize. Material properties, machine rules and operational constraints that are not explicit inputs are not inferred.
Frequently asked questions
Can I force guillotine cuts?
Yes. Select Guillotine with sequence. The pre-filled example opens that mode directly.
Can MDF parts rotate?
Yes by default, but rotation can be disabled per part where décor, grain-like finish or machining orientation matters.
Does PackMize generate CNC code?
No. It produces a transparent rectangular cut plan and optional ordered guillotine sequence, not machine-specific CNC code.