Why is waterjet cutting so effective?

Superior edge quality is one of the many reasons designers and manufacturers specify waterjet. We explain why waterjet cutting is so effective.

Why is waterjet cutting so effective?

A waterjet cutter – also known as a water jet – is an industrial tool capable of cutting a wide variety of materials using an extremely high pressure jet of water, or a mixture of water and an abrasive substance. Waterjet cutting is the preferred operation for many manufacturers looking to cut high-quality parts without adverse material effects that can come into play when relying on other cutting methods.

Waterjet cutters use incredible force

It is important to understand the incredible force that is behind the water jet itself. Bullets within a shooting range cannot pass through bulletproof glass. However, you may cut through this super-thick glass effortlessly using a quality waterjet cutting system. The pressure in the waterjet cutting system at Sydney Water Jet is typically 60,000. PSI is a unit of pressure expressed in pounds of force per square inch of area. It stands for Pounds per Square Inch. The best waterjet businesses use the 60,000 PSI waterjet cutting system due to its capability of creating sharp corners with high precision.

Waterjet cutting offers superior accuracy

The accuracy of a process can be vital for ensuring the functionality of a completed part or product. At Sydney Water Jet , our waterjet cutting process is highly accurate. Once the cutting starts (meaning that the initial through hole is complete), a waterjet cutting machine can achieve a parts tolerance of +/- 0.0064516mm with consistency. This makes the waterjet cutting process highly desirable for cutting precision parts. However, there are a few factors that can affect the accuracy of a cut made with a waterjet machine.

Waterjet cutting is a cold process

At Sydney Water Jet, our waterjet cutters do not use heat. This means that unlike laser or plasma, waterjet cutters don’t melt the material. We rely on the high pressure water and garnet to push the material away – like erosion. This means that there are no hardened areas, no warping or twisting and no compromises to specialist materials.

Waterjet cutting offers superior accuracy

The accuracy of a process can be vital for ensuring the functionality of a completed part or product. At Sydney Water Jet , our waterjet cutting process is highly accurate. Once the cutting starts (meaning that the initial through hole is complete), a waterjet cutting machine can achieve a parts tolerance of +/- 0.0064516mm with consistency. This makes the waterjet cutting process highly desirable for cutting precision parts.

Waterjet cutters can be used for any material

60000 PSI is the standard water pressure needed to cut materials of different types. However, when you need to cut through carbides and ceramics, you have to raise the pressure level. Due to the higher water pressure level, you will find better cutting detail and the diameter of the stream will be smaller. In most high-production environments, manufacturers rely on the 60000 PSI waterjet cutter. But, for the intricate and detailed corner-cutting needs, higher pressure may be needed.

Waterjet cutters are economical

Waterjet cutting of pre-hardened materials eliminates the need for secondary machining, heat-treating and stress-relieving operations.

Turn your ideas into reality with Sydney Water Jet

Do you require waterjet cutting services or want to know more about our capabilities at Sydney Waterjet? We look forward to turning your ideas into reality. We are located at Unit 5 / 252-254 West Street, Carlton, NSW. You can phone us on (02) 9547 0688, view our video gallery online, or contact us online. Find us on Facebook and Instagram or send an email to sales@cncsydney.com.au