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Kerf loss

How much material the saw cuts turn into sawdust.

Allowed: 0.5 to 20

Allowed: 1 to 300

Allowed: 1 to 500

Allowed: 1 to 1000

Allowed: 0.1 to 30

Formula

Kerf share % = kerf / (board + kerf) · 100
Height used = boards · (board + kerf)

Assumptions and limits

Constant kerf and one cut per board. Real kerf depends on blade, set and feed.

Results are estimates from simplified formulas. Check them against your own measurements and applicable grading or trade rules before commercial use.