How effective is the waterjet machine for cutting & which one is cheaper to cut as compared to laser?
Barna
Question answered by Waterjet Cutting
Cost wise they are about equal. The considerations become available water, available power and any considerations as to the work material such as heat deformation, crystallization, oxidation, etc. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
What is the maximum material thickness that AST Waterjet can cut?
Robertking
Question answered by Peter
Our abrasive waterjet tables have cut materials up to 13" thick. Our laser cutting machines has cut materials up to 1" thick. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
How accurate is laser and waterjet cutting?
Robertking
Question answered by Peter
Our laser cutting machines can hold tolerances of / -.003" with repeatability within /-.001". Our abrasive waterjet machines can hold tolerances within / -.005" with repeatability of / - .001”. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
When should I consider using a Laser Cutting Machine verses the Waterjet?
Barna
Question answered by And Rew
Laser Cutting works best with thinner materials that are not reflective. AST’s Laser will cut Aluminum that is ¼” and thinner; Stainless Steel that is 3/8” and thinner and Low Carbon Steel that is ¾” and thinner. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
How does underwater welding work?
Anthony Raj
Question answered by Barna
Underwater welding has two flavors, wet and dry. Wet welding is impractical because water - conducts away the heat - conducts some electricity - contaminates the weld - limits flux cleaning action/O2 shielding. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
What costs less Laser Cutting or Waterjet Cutting?
And Rew
Question answered by Barna
It depends on what type of material you are cutting and how thick it is. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
How Does Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Work?
And Rew
Question answered by Barna
A waterjet machine has essentially two components: the x-y-z table which moves the cutting head over the material and a high intensity pump that generates 55,000 psi. At this pressure, water alone can cut plastics, foam, wood, resilient floor coverings, rubber and similar soft substances. The cutting head is a nozzle with a .050 (1/4") sapphire crystal orifice through which water is forced at three times the speed of sound by the high intensity pump. The movement of this nozzle is determined by the computer instructions the machine follows (the customer's drawing). Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
How long has AST Waterjet been in business?
And Rew
Question answered by Barna
AST Waterjet was started in 1993 and has been in continuous operation ever since. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
Which Die Cutting Machine is the best for cutting fabrics?
And Rew
Question answered by Barna
I have cut chip board and balsa wood with my Sizzix Big Shot. It can cut fabric, but you need a stabilizer behind it to keep it stiff. Check out their web site http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/
How large is the AST Waterjet facility?
Robertking
Question answered by Peter
AST Waterjet has approximately 12,000 square-feet at our facility in Grand Prairie, Texas. Log on http://www.waterjet-cutting-services.co.uk/