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Steel Cutting List Optimizer Basic
Create a basic cut grouping and waste estimate from required cut lengths and stock length. Use the inputs below to estimate materials, quantities, labour allowances, site checks or planning figures before creating quotes, RAMS, purchase lists or project records.
Inputs
Result area
Stock lengths
9 lengths
Stock lengths required.
Estimated waste
1.13 m
Remaining stock and kerf waste.
Formula notes
Create a basic cut grouping and waste estimate from required cut lengths and stock length. The calculation uses the visible inputs, applies allowances where shown, and rounds ordering-style quantities up where practical.
Worked example
Example: enter the default values above, review the stock lengths, then adjust the allowance to suit supplier data and site conditions.
Move from estimate to record
Use Zektrx to turn planning figures into jobs, quotes, RAMS and purchase lists.
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FAQ
Common checks before using this result.
Is the steel cutting list optimizer basic result final?
No. It is an estimating prompt only. Check measurements, supplier specifications, product data, site conditions and competent advice before ordering materials or starting work.
Can I save the result inside Zektrx?
Public calculator results are for lead-generation and planning today. App calculators can later save results to jobs, quotes, RAMS, stock and purchase orders.