Abrasive jets hold a number of advantages over other machining methods:

     » Wide range of materials

        Abrasive waterjets can machine a wide range of thicknesses and materials, including metals, plastics,         glass, and ceramics.

     » Quality finish

     » No heat in machining process

     » Environmentally friendly

        Abrasive jets use garnet as an abrasive. Garnet is a reddish natural crystal, with a Mohs hardness of         6.5 to 7.5. No noxious gases or liquids are used in abrasive jet machining, nor are there any oils         used in the machining process.

     » No tool changing

        A wide range of conventional processes can be performed with this single tool:

     » Minimal burr

        No heavy burrs are produced by the abrasive jet process. Parts can usually be used directly without         deburring.

     » Fast machining

        Special computer algorithms automatically optimize the tool path with advanced corner         compensation, corner passing, and other improvements. A highly sophisticated cutting model allows         for parts that are both faster to cut and more precise.

     » Precise machining

        With proper tool setup, can hold dimensions closer than ±0.005" (±0.13 mm).

     » Calculate then move

        The entire path and speed of the abrasive jet is carefully calculated, taking into account the material         to be machined and the shape of the part, at a resolution of over 2,000 points per inch (790 points         per cm), before the cut is made. This allows the speed of the abrasive jet nozzle to be precisely         controlled for smooth, even, machining.