First-Fit Decreasing Cutter Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Create efficient material cutting plans to reduce industrial waste.
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Why people use First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
First-Fit Decreasing Cutter: Stop Wasting Money on Fabrication Scrap
With this Connector, you just hand the list of parts to your agent. It runs the math instantly and tells you exactly where every cut goes. You get a clear, optimized map that puts the most value into every board you buy.
What Vinkius changes
You get a mathematically optimized cutting list that minimizes scrap.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Carpentry Layouts
A carpenter needs to cut 20 different lengths from a 10ft board.
- Real-world use case 02
Metal Fabrication Checks
A metal shop wants to see if a 500mm part fits on a 400mm piece of stock.
- Real-world use case 03
Waste Auditing
A factory manager wants to know the waste percentage for a large order of 100 units.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete First-Fit Decreasing Cutter capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with First-Fit Decreasing Cutter.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through First-Fit Decreasing Cutter.
- 01 Capability
Analyze plan efficiency
This capability calculates the waste percentage and utilization rate for a finished plan. It helps you track how well your shop is performing.
- 02 Capability
Calculate cutting plan
This capability generates a detailed breakdown of how to distribute pieces across multiple boards. It ensures the highest possible utilization of your stock.
- 03 Capability
Verify piece compatibility
Use this to check if a requested part is too long for your available stock. It prevents ordering errors before they happen.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask First-Fit Decreasing Cutter to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use First-Fit Decreasing Cutter from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable First-Fit Decreasing Cutter for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the First-Fit Decreasing Cutter URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable First-Fit Decreasing Cutter in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"first-fit-decreasing-cutter": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"first-fit-decreasing-cutter": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
Ask Copilot: "Using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"first-fit-decreasing-cutter": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
Open Cascade and ask: "Using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"first-fit-decreasing-cutter": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
Ask Cline: "Using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add first-fit-decreasing-cutter --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yXCrpHsuj8qtPLyUodpNQw8bKv0ontkOk4aiYoGR/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter
Ask Claude: "Using First-Fit Decreasing Cutter, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work First-Fit Decreasing Cutter can move forward.
Shop foremen and material coordinators who are tired of manual, best guess cutting plans that leave too much scrap in the bin.
Fabrication Manager
Uses it to create weekly production schedules for metal parts to ensure the highest material yield.
Carpenter
Checks if a custom furniture piece fits on a standard board before ordering expensive raw stock.
Logistics Coordinator
Calculates total material needs for large construction projects to reduce overhead costs.
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Before you connect
Questions about First-Fit Decreasing Cutter.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
How does the First-Fit Decreasing Cutter help my woodworking shop?
It automatically calculates the best way to cut your lumber into specific lengths. This ensures you use the most material possible from every board and reduces the amount of scrap you have to pay for.
Can I use First-Fit Decreasing Cutter for metal fabrication?
Yes, it works for any linear material. Whether you are cutting steel beams, aluminum bars, or even fabric, it optimizes the layout to minimize waste.
Will the First-Fit Decreasing Cutter tell me if a part is too big for my stock?
Yes, it can verify piece compatibility. It will flag any parts that are too long for your available stock lengths before you start your production run.
Does First-Fit Decreasing Cutter provide waste percentages?
Yes, it can analyze your plan's efficiency. It gives you a clear waste percentage and utilization rate so you can track your shop's material efficiency over time.
Is the First-Fit Decreasing Cutter good for large construction projects?
It is excellent for large projects because it handles long lists of pieces. It can generate a complete board by board breakdown for complex orders, ensuring you don't overbuy material.
Can I use this to save money on raw materials?
Exactly. By maximizing the use of every board you buy, you reduce the number of raw units you need to purchase, which directly lowers your material costs.
How does the optimization algorithm work?
The engine uses the First-Fit Decreasing (FFD) algorithm. It sorts all required pieces from largest to smallest and then places each piece into the first available board that has enough remaining capacity.
Can I verify if my pieces are too large for my stock?
Yes, you can use the verify_piece_compatibility capability to check if any piece in your list exceeds the provided stock length.
What information is included in a cutting plan?
The calculate_cutting_plan capability returns the total number of boards used, the exact sequence of cuts performed on each board, and the remaining waste for every board.
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