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What is the typical kerf width of a waterjet, and how does it affect nesting?
Kerf width is the amount of material removed by the cutting process, essentially the width of the cut slot. Understanding waterjet kerf is critical for efficient nesting—the arrangement of parts on a raw sheet to maximize material utilization.Read more -
Can a waterjet cut titanium and other exotic alloys without heat-affected zones (HAZ)?
Yes, absolutely. In fact, this is one of the primary reasons industries such as aerospace, medical device manufacturing, and defense choose waterjet cutting over laser or plasma. A waterjet cuts titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel, and other exotic alloys with zero heat-affected zone (HAZ).Read more -
How does waterjet cutting compare to laser and plasma in terms of cut edge quality?
Cut edge quality is often the deciding factor when choosing between waterjet, laser, and plasma cutting. Each technology produces a distinctly different edge, with waterjet generally offering the best balance of quality and material versatility, though laser wins for thin metals.Read more -
What is the maximum cutting thickness for steel, aluminum, and stone with a waterjet?
Waterjet cutting is renowned for its ability to cut extremely thick materials, far beyond the practical limits of laser or plasma. However, actual maximum thickness depends on pump pressure (typically 60k, 90k, or 120k psi), abrasive quality, and acceptable cutting speed for your production needs.Read more -
What is HPP Equipment for Food?
High Pressure Processing (HPP) is a non-thermal pasteurization technology that uses ultra-high water pressure to eliminate harmful pathogens and spoilage microorganisms in food. Often described as a "cold pasteurization" method, it applies immense isostatic pressure—typically between 4,000 and 6,000 bar (roughly 60,000 to 87,000 psi)—uniformly and instantaneously to food products. Because the presRead more -
What is the difference between abrasive and pure waterjet cutting?
The primary difference lies in the cutting medium. Pure waterjet cutting uses only a high-pressure stream of water (typically 30,000–90,000 psi) focused through a tiny orifice. This creates a fine, needle-like jet that cuts by eroding soft materials. It is ideal for materials that are soft, thin, or sensitive to contamination. Common applications include cutting foam, rubber, gaskets, food productRead more
