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Interesting Factoids About Waterjet Cutting

November 30, 2022 by Grant Leave a Comment

The majority of people, even those who do not work in construction or art, have heard of the basic concept of waterjet cutting.

It simply involves a high-powered jet of water that is capable of cutting certain materials into the desired shape. In recent times, there have been abrasives added to these waterjets to better ensure that they can cut through a wider range of materials, with the earliest known edition being good old-fashioned sand.

However, there is a little bit more to waterjet cutting than a simple jet of water mixed with abrasives, and here are some facts that you may not know about this type of cutting process.

It’s Very Powerful

Think of laser cutting and then waterjet cutting, and consider which of the two you would think would be more powerful. If you’re like most people, you would assume that laser cutting would be, but in actual fact, the opposite is true. A waterjet can cut an object that is 10 times thicker than one that a laser can, which equates to around 25 centimeters—or virtually any material on the earth.

So, if you are looking to cut a material in your laboratory or in your workplace and a laser simply isn’t doing it, head to Kerf Developments today to discuss the options that they have.

It Is Used By Artists

As mentioned before, it isn’t only in the manufacturing area that waterjet cutting is used; there are many artists and sculptors who use this technique. Why? This method keeps costs down while helping to cut materials that would cost a lot of money and effort to shape.

If it had been available when Michelangelo was carving the statue of David, he would have almost certainly used it!

You Can Use It To Cut Food

Its range is not only limited to art and manufacturing, though, as it is also incredibly sterile, making it ideal for cutting food to the optimum point. This, in turn can lead to around 5% less waste overall, which is a huge difference if you are running a restaurant or are operating a food factory. It is also more accurate when it comes to measurements than a knife or even a laser cutter.

It Causes No Damage!

When you think of cutting a material with heat or force, there will be micro abrasions which will weaken the part of the material that is being shaped; but waterjet cutting simply creates a cut through the material without causing trauma to the edge. This means you do not have to compensate for certain materials becoming cracked or warped, which can make all the difference in an engineering project.

It Is Surprisingly Cheap

You may think that waterjet cutters would be expensive to use, but they are extremely cheap. The most commonly used waterjet cutters are operated by landscape architects to cut wood and tiles that are being used in gardens. But if you need a bigger option, or with more pressure than this, you will need to look at a professional company, and it’s highly likely you’ll be surprised at how low the cost is compared to other options.

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