Cutting metal with a waterjet cutting machine : how does it work?

Steel is a widely used material in manufacturing and construction. It's sturdy, durable and easy to use for a variety of purposes. But when it comes to cutting steel, there are a few different methods to choose from. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, depending on the type of steel being cut and your project requirements.

The water jet is one of the most popular tools for cutting steel. Its popularity is due to its high accuracy, no heat-affected zone, and time and effort savings, all at a low price. In this article, we'll look at cutting steel with a water jet and explain in detail how it works. We'll also show you how a water jet can cut materials as tough as steel.

Can a waterjet cut steel?

Wondering how a material like steel is cut with water pressure? To your surprise, the waterjet pressure ranges from 30,000 to 90,000 PSI and can easily pierce materials like steel. All types of steel, such as carbon steel, nickel steel, alloy steel and stainless steel, which are difficult to cut by other traditional cutting methods, can easily cut thicknesses ten times greater than that of a laser. Waterjet cutting can be used to cut steel of various thicknesses, from thin sheet metal to thick plate. It can also cut steel in many shapes, including rounds, squares, rectangles, and complex gradient angles. Waterjets can also cut steel of all sizes, from small parts to large parts, which are then used in cars, machines and appliances. In addition to this, water jets can also be used to create patterns or inlays in steel.