6-meter bar cutting calculator
Many stock-length problems start with a 6,000 mm bar. A dedicated 6 m example makes it easy to check whether the required pieces can fit once saw cuts and trimming are taken into account.
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Finished parts + cutting allowances + leftover = stock length
What this calculation covers
Set the available stock length to 6,000 mm and enter the quantity of full bars. Add smaller leftovers as separate stock entries. If your supplier supplies 6,100 mm lengths instead, use the actual usable length, not a rounded catalog label.
This planner does not automatically account for transport damage, manufacturing length tolerances, burrs or fixture clearance. Enter those allowances explicitly when relevant.
A real-number cut list example
Two 2,400 mm pieces and one 1,150 mm piece add up to 5,950 mm. With three assumed 3 mm cuts, a 6,000 mm bar has 41 mm left before additional trims or reserves.
Length balance: 5950 mm finished + 9 mm kerf + 41 mm leftover = 6000 mm stock.
This illustrative example assumes zero head trim and tail reserve. Always enter your actual machine allowances.
How to prepare a cutting plan
Start with 6000 mm
Use exactly 6,000 mm if that is the physical, usable stock length.
Add finished pieces
Specify lengths and repeat quantities; check whether the sum plus kerf fits.
Check leftover value
A 41 mm tail may be scrap, not a reusable remnant; set an appropriate offcut threshold.
Enter stock, parts and saw kerf in the free 1D MetalCut calculator.
Common questions
Can I plan several 6-meter bars together?
Yes. Set the stock quantity to the number of identical bars available.
Can I mix 6 m bars and offcuts?
Yes. Add offcuts as separate stock lengths if they are compatible with the required material.