Water Cutting at Batchforce
It maintains the integrity of heat-sensitive materials, making it ideal for demanding industries such as aerospace and medical.
Applications of water cutting
Waterjet cutting is particularly valuable in industries where material integrity is paramount, such as aerospace, medical devices and pipeline inspection. The ability to cut complex shapes without thermal deformation makes this technique indispensable for applications where high precision and tight tolerances are required.
Water Jet Cutting: Versatile Solutions for Sensitive Materials
Waterjet cutting is an advanced technique that can cut a wide range of materials without generating heat. This makes it an ideal choice for applications where preservation of material properties is critical, such as in pipeline inspection and industrial equipment manufacturing. By eliminating heat effects, the integrity of even the most sensitive materials is maintained, which is essential for meeting stringent performance criteria.
Benefits of Waterjet Cutting
- No Heat Impact: Because no heat is generated during the cutting process, the original structure and strength of the material is retained. This makes waterjet cutting particularly suitable for heat-sensitive materials such as composites and certain metals.
- Material diversity: Waterjet cutting can cut a wide range of materials, from metals and ceramics to glass and composites, without distortion or damage.
- Thick Materials: This technique is effective in cutting thicker materials, up to 150 mm, without sacrificing accuracy.
Disadvantages of Waterjet Cutting
- Lower Cutting Speed: Compared to other cutting techniques such as laser cutting, waterjet cutting can be slower, especially when cutting very thick or hard materials.
- High Water Pressure and Abrasive Costs: The cost of maintaining the required high water pressure and abrasives can add up, especially with prolonged use.
- Limitations with Thick Metal Sheets: Although waterjet cutting is suitable for thick materials, cutting extremely thick metals can be slower and more costly.
Types of Waterjet Cutting
- Abrasive Waterjet Cutting
This method uses a mixture of water and abrasive material to cut through hard and thick materials such as steel and stone. It is especially effective for industrial applications where accuracy and material retention are critical. - Pure Waterjet Cutting
Pure waterjet cutting uses only water and is ideal for cutting softer materials such as rubber, textiles, and some food products. This technique is popular in the food industry and in the production of consumer products.
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