Snijlengte

Snijlengte is a Dutch technical term that refers to the length of material affected by a single cutting action, or the length of a cut produced during one pass of a cutting operation. The term is used in various manufacturing and fabrication contexts to describe how far along a workpiece the cut extends in a single stroke or pass.

In practice, snijlengte appears in processes such as shearing, punching, sawing, laser cutting, and other forms of material separation. Depending on the process, the snijlengte can be determined by the tool path, the stroke length of a punch, the travel distance of a cutting head, or the programmed length of a cut in computer numerical control (CNC) operations. It is influenced by factors such as tool geometry, material thickness, feed rate, material properties, and the desired edge quality.

Measuring and controlling snijlengte is important for reliability and efficiency. Accurate control helps ensure that each cut meets specifications, reduces scrap, and minimizes secondary finishing. In many setups, engineers monitor the snijlengte in relation to the kerf—the width of material removed—to optimize material yield and downstream processing. Variations in snijlengte can indicate tool wear, misalignment, or process instability, prompting adjustments to tool offset, stroke length, or cutting speed.

While the specific definition of snijlengte can vary by industry and machine, it generally denotes the actionable length of a cut in a single operation and is a key parameter in process planning, quality control, and waste management. See also kerf and cut length.