A cut sheet is a document that summarizes technical information and describes the characteristics of a product, material, or piece of equipment. It is also known as a specification sheet, spec sheet, technical data sheet, or data sheet. Cut sheets are used in various industries, including electrical, construction, and manufacturing, to provide information about equipment, materials, and products.

In the electrical industry, cut sheets are commonly used to provide and describe the specifications and features of equipment such as motors, circuit breakers, and transformers. They are used to ensure that all material or equipment used in a commercial electrical job is approved by the electrical engineers, owners, or both. Cut sheets provide sizes, ratings, capacities, colors, and any other information potentially needed for an installation. They may also include a photograph and lists of parts of the equipment as well as other equipment model numbers and the features of their alternate models.

In the construction industry, cut sheets are used to give people information about the equipment. They provide details such as power requirements, dimensions, weight, features, and other information required per the contract specifications. Cut sheets are often included in submittals, which are documents submitted to the design engineer for review.

Overall, cut sheets are a valuable resource for quickly conveying technical information about a product, material, or piece of equipment. They provide important specifications and features that are useful for comparison purposes to ensure that the correct equipment or material is selected for a project. However, it is important to note that cut sheets may not provide all the information required for a project, and additional documents such as 3-Part guide specifications may be necessary.