Waterjet Cutter
EPIC has two ProtoMAX by OMAX Waterjet Cutters available in our lab. This is easy to learn how to operate and work with a 2D graphic design. Waterjet cutting is an appropriate way to cut or engrave flat sheets of material. The most commonly used materials are Steel and Aluminum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a waterjet cutter?
A waterjet cutter uses high-pressure water and an 85 grit crushed garnet abrasive to rapidly cut or engrave a wide variety of materials.
See also,
OMAX: How do waterjets work?
What materials can I use?
What is the maximum material size?
What are the limitations of waterjet cutting?
- The edge of the cut will be slightly tapered and not square.
- Only cuts in one direction so flat pieces only, no pockets.
- Default engraving mode cuts a deeper hole at points where it pauses.
- The edge of the cut will be slightly tapered and not square.
- Possibility that abrasive may embed in soft material.
What tolerance should I use?
How to prepare a part for waterjet cutting?
What software does the waterjet cutter use?
The Protomax waterjet cutter uses its own proprietary software called Omax IntelliMAX. There is a PC with this software installed that is available for use with the waterjet cutter. Visit the Protomax website for more information or to download the software
https://www.omax.com/intellimax-software
See also, OMAX: Software user guide
What is the water pressure?
30,000PSI