Is waterjet a CNC?

A CNC operated waterjet machine ensures identical parts independent of volumes and with a minimum of waste material. The versatility and ease of operation makes waterjet technology compare to no other machine tool process in the market.

What is a CNC water jet cutter?

Water Jet cutting uses an ultra-high pressure stream of water to carry an abrasive grit. The abrasive does the cutting through a mechanical sawing action, leaving a smooth, precision cut surface. Water jet is a very precise cutting process.

How does a CNC water jet work?

Think of a CNC water jet as a tool that accelerates “erosion”. It’s more of a non-thermal mechanical sawing process that works like a bandsaw to cut materials. The nozzle directs a thin stream of high-speed water – sometimes containing sharp pieces of rock – to bombard the material being cut.

Is water cutting expensive?

While there are several factors that can affect the hourly cost of running a waterjet, on average, it can cost anywhere between $20/hr – $40/hr to run a waterjet with a single abrasive cutting head at 60,000 psi (does not include labor or capital repayment).

How much does it cost to run a water jet cutter?

What are the costs to run and maintain a waterjet? An abrasive waterjet machine costs between $25 – $30 per hour to operate for consumables and maintenance parts. At operating pressures above 60,000 PSI (4,137 bar) more maintenance is required and unplanned downtime can increase dramatically.

How thick can a water jet cutter cut?

The high-level answer is that abrasive waterjets can cut through 12 inches of most materials. Many of our customers report cutting material even thicker than that. Most abrasive waterjet cutting, however, is done in material that is 3 inches thick or less.

How much does a water cutter cost?

Pricing for small waterjet cutting systems can start around $60k and complete custom systems can reach into the millions. It all depends on your application. You should also factor delivery and disposal costs into your cost for abrasive.

Is the water jet cutter a CNC machine?

The purchase of the water jet cutter naturally includes our life-long and free live support. This distinguishes us from many competitors, where personal support for CNC machines, accessories and software is completely missing or you must purchase additionally. A CNC machine from German development and own German production!

Which is the best waterjet cutter to buy?

Stay updated with the latest WAZER waterjet cutting news, interviews with experts from around the world and tutorials on how to leverage WAZER waterjet cutting in your shop. WAZER is proud to be honored as the Make Magazine 2019 Editor’s Choice for waterjet cutters. The first desktop waterjet.

How to find a CNC waterjet for your application?

Browse our selection, or give our sales team a call at 972.929.4070 to find the perfect CNC solution for your application. How did you hear about us? –None– Current Customer Email MultiCam Website Other Print Ad Referral Trade Show Web Search

How much pressure does a water jet cutter have?

Good for your energy balance and your wallet: because where 15 kW are added, about 14.4 kW arrive at the cutting nozzle and not only about 9 kW, as is the case with pressure intensifier technology. 3800 bar pressure is available at the pump outlet while cutting!