Comparison

Waterjet vs Other Cutting Technologies

Comparisons Over Traditional Cutting/ Machining Methods

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over Laser Cutting

Can cut many materials laser cannot

Gives the same or better tolerances/accuracy

Can cut thicker materials

Makes uniformity of material less important

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over EDM Cutting

Is much faster.

Is able to cut wider range of materials.

Makes uniformity of material less important.

Does not heat the surface.

Creates no heat – affected zone.

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over Plasma Cutting

Produces a nicer edge finish.

Does not heat the part.

Is more precise.

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over Flame-cutting

Produces a nicer edge finish.

Does not heat the part.

Is more precise.

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over Milling Cutting

Needs no tool.

Can machine brittle, pre-hardened and difficult materials.

Can produce more parts out of same material.

Advantages of Waterjet Cutting Over Punch Press Cutting

Is better on thick materials.

Is better on brittle materials.

Is better on hardened materials.

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