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Band Saw Cutting Time Calculator

Use material group, section size, quantity, kerf, handling time and saw assumptions to create a practical planning range for bandsaw work.

CutSimply gives rough planning estimates only. Actual saw time depends on machine, blade, coolant, clamping, material condition, operator and handling.

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How it helps

Plan the job before the saw starts

Estimate rough bandsaw cutting time for metal bar, tube and section work. The calculator combines rough material groups, section shape, kerf, stock length, handling assumptions and an optimiser to create a practical cutting sheet.

Estimate time as a rangeResults are shown as a planning range, not fake precision.
Reduce wasteFit cut lengths into stock bars and report usable offcuts.
Use quick or detailed modeStart fast, then open the full planner for profiles, existing offcuts and exports.