Abrasive Waterjet Cutting

This separation process is an extremely efficient alternative to milling and EDM processing. The method enables material and time-saving nesting of several operations with better cutting performance. Very complex shapes can be manufactured with high precision and clean cut edges without material or surfaces being deformed. Whether single or series production, this cold cutting process guarantees a low cost production with maximum precision and minimum tolerances.

Cold cutting is especially important for the increasing need for production of miniaturized components. Using precision, micro water jet technology intricate workpieces can be cut in many materials with a positioning accuracy of 0.0025 mm (0.00001”) and within the tolerance range of +/- 0.01 mm (0.0004”).

Watersonic: The waterjet cutting system

• Welded, corrosion-resistant aluminum frame with gantry
• Guideways and drive systems are reliably protected against water and abrasive dust
• Brushless servo motors
• Stainless steel tank with adjustable water level
• Segmented cutting supports
• Full high-pressure piping up to 12 meters (474”) between the high pressure pump and cutting table
• Protection of the work area by light barriers according to the EU-Directive

A wide range of materials can be processed

• Steel/stainless steel, alloyed and non-alloyed, heat resistant alloys, titanium, aluminum, copper, bronze
• All kinds of stone: granite, marble, ceramic, concrete
• Glass, acrylic, bulletproof glass, security glass and plexiglass
• Art and foams
• Carbon, carbon fiber and glass fiber
• Gaskets, rubber, fabric, leather
• Wood, cardboard, etc.

Advantages of abrasive waterjet cutting technology

• Environmentally friendly technology, no toxic cutting gases
• “Cold Cut” – no work hardening and microstructural changes
• No mechanical loading/torsion on the workpiece
• Cutting complex contours possible
• High-precision machining for excellent cutting results
• Quick setup of the workpiece
• Low noise levels
• Optimal use of the material
• Flexible and economical production of individual parts and series