Waterjet is similar to laser cutting in its applications. Water is pressurized, mixed with a ceramic abrasive, and propelled in a thin stream that cuts almost any material. Waterjet can cut thicker and nonmetallic parts,unlike lasers.
As with any machining process, the waterjet process is adaptable in accordance to your production needs. Buchanan Sales represents shops that specialize in the following waterjet technologies:
- Standard waterjet: cuts up to 6 inches
Check out more of the benefits and advantages of Microcut™ technology below:
Technological Advances:
- Cuts materials from plastic to hard alloys
- Fast prototype production.
- High cutting speeds
- High cutting accuracy
- High surface quality
- Optimal material usage
- Low cutting forces (load)
- No thermal impact (heat)
- No change in material structure
- Narrow kerf width
Minimal secondary finishing Microcut™ vs. Other Processes
- Fast transition from design to cutting
- Faster setup and cutting speed with higher accuracy
- Minimizes secondary cleaning operations
- Ideal for quick prototype, flexible production and proven for high volume production
- Optimum material utilization with CAD/CAM software
Microcut technology is ideal for an expanse of industries, including prototyping, electronics, aerospace and defense, and medical technology. Buchanan Sales proudly represents Incodema, the first manufactrer and one of two in the country to offer Microcut technology on site. To find out if Microcutting is the best process for your production, contact us!