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Dev tools · December 4, 2020

Plycutter: 3D model – laser cut parts with finger joints automatically

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Plycutter: 3D model – laser cut parts with finger joints automatically launched on December 4, 2020 with 24 votes, #906 of 3,242 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

In plain words

Plycutter is a tool that generates laser-cut parts from 3D models, automatically creating finger joints for assembly. Designed for makers and hobbyists who want to fabricate objects from sheet materials like plywood, it simplifies the process of converting digital designs into physically cuttable pieces. The software handles the technical work of calculating joint geometry and layout, making it accessible to users without specialized CAD knowledge.

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