Waterjet Cutting Services: Versatile Precision Cutting Solutions

How CIC Specializes in Waterjet Cutting

At Custom Industrials Company (CIC), we specialize in waterjet cutting services that deliver exceptional versatility and precision for cutting virtually any material. Our waterjet cutting capabilities feature a large 5′ x 10′ cutting table and can process materials up to 4″ thick in steel and 6″ thick in aluminum. Waterjet cutting produces no heat-affected zone, preserving material properties and enabling precision cutting of heat-sensitive materials that other thermal processes cannot handle.

What Is Waterjet Cutting?

Waterjet cutting is a precision cutting process that uses a high-pressure stream of water, often mixed with abrasive particles, to cut through materials. Operating at pressures up to 90,000 PSI, the waterjet stream erodes material along a programmed path with exceptional accuracy. Unlike thermal cutting processes (laser, plasma), waterjet cutting generates no heat, eliminating heat-affected zones, thermal distortion, and material hardening. This cold-cutting capability makes waterjet ideal for heat-sensitive materials, thick sections, and applications requiring pristine material properties.

Waterjet Cutting Capabilities

Our precision waterjet cutting services feature:

5′ x 10′ cutting table for large parts
Up to 4″ thick steel cutting
Up to 6″ thick aluminum cutting
No heat-affected zone (cold cutting)
Cuts virtually any material
Tight tolerances to ±0.005″
No thermal distortion or stress
Excellent edge quality
Stack cutting for production efficiency

Industries Served with Waterjet Cutting

CIC’s waterjet cutting services deliver precision parts for:

Aerospace and Defense
Architectural and Construction
Automotive and Transportation
Food Processing Equipment
Industrial Machinery
Marine Applications
Art and Sculpture
Medical Device Manufacturing

Waterjet Cutting End Applications

Our waterjet cutting services excel in applications including:

Thick plate cutting and profiling
Heat-sensitive material cutting
Architectural panels and inlays
Gaskets and seals
Armor plate and ballistic materials
Stone and tile cutting
Composite material cutting
Prototype development

Waterjet Cutting Materials

Waterjet cutting handles virtually any material: steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, Inconel, brass, copper, stone, glass, ceramics, composites, plastics, rubber, foam, and more. The cold-cutting process preserves material properties regardless of material type or thickness.

Waterjet Cutting FAQ

What are the advantages of waterjet cutting?

Waterjet cutting offers no heat-affected zone, no thermal distortion, ability to cut virtually any material, and capacity for thick materials up to 4-6" or more. It's ideal for heat-sensitive materials and applications requiring pristine material properties.

How thick can waterjet cut?

Our waterjet cuts steel up to 4" thick and aluminum up to 6" thick with excellent precision. The process can handle even thicker materials with adjusted parameters, though cutting speed decreases with thickness.

Is waterjet cutting precise?

Yes, waterjet cutting achieves tolerances of ±0.005" and produces smooth edges with minimal taper. Quality settings can be adjusted to balance precision requirements with cutting speed and cost considerations.

Can waterjet cut any material?

Waterjet cuts virtually any material including metals, stone, glass, ceramics, composites, plastics, and rubber. It cannot cut tempered glass (which shatters) or certain materials that degrade in water, but handles an extraordinarily wide range of materials.

How does waterjet compare to laser and plasma cutting?

Waterjet excels for thick materials, heat-sensitive applications, and non-metallic materials. Laser offers faster speeds on thin metals with tighter tolerances. Plasma provides economical thick steel cutting. We can recommend the optimal process for your application.

Quality Assurance for Waterjet Cutting

Every CIC waterjet cut component undergoes:

First piece inspection and verification
Dimensional inspection to specifications
Edge quality assessment
Material certification verification
Process documentation
Complete traceability records

Contact our technical team today at 314-567-5847, or email us at rfq@cic-cic.solutions for expert guidance on your waterjet cutting requirements.

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