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High-Quality Waterjet Cut Parts
Waterjet cutting (also known as abrasive waterjet cutting) is a machining process offered by KH-TAT that uses high-pressure water and abrasive jets to cut various materials including metals, plastics, and composites without heating or altering material structure. The process produces sharp corners, holes, and complex shapes with small inner radii, achieving fast turnaround through precise narrow cuts, mostminimizes material waste.customWaterjet Cuttingservices provide cost-effective on-demand solutions for your manufacturing needs.KH-TATofSheet Cuttingand sheet metal cutting services cover all stages from low-volume prototyping to high-volume production.also offersLaser CuttingandPlasma Cutting Servicesas supplementary options.Through the instant quoting engine, upload 3DCADfile orDXFfile is all you needGet an Instant Quote.the price you see is the price you pay，prototype products includeStandardpackage tariffs and shipping.large or oversized packages may require additional shipping.
Quote with Confidence Using DXF
Besides 3D CAD, 2D DXF is one of the most common formats for waterjet cut parts. We provide comprehensive feature support for this format to ensure the best quoting experience:
- Auto-repair DXF files — detects and automatically fixes common issues in DXF files.
- 2D DXF file viewer — built-in vector DXFviewer，canFastquickly and easily view uploaded designs.
- simpleMaterial Selection——via easy-to-use dropdown menu，only shows sheet thicknesses applicable to the selected material.
- nesting supportedDXFfile——upload a single pre-nested file with multiple componentsDXFfile，consolidate line items and enjoy discounted pricing.
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Laser & Sheet Cutting Services
Get instant quotes for laser and waterjet cut parts with no minimum order quantity, delivered in just a few days. International prototype prices include tariffs, with up to 35% lower pricing and 30% faster delivery times.
Waterjet Cutting Materials
Xometry offers a comprehensive selection of waterjet materials in various thicknesses for cutting.
- Metals alloys, up to 1" thick
- Mechanical plastic
- Acrylic (Plexiglass)
- Foam
- Rubber and Gasketing
- Wood and MDF
- Carbon Fiber Composite
Standard Sheet Thicknesses
Blank Preparation
Waterjet can cut nearly any material, making it ideal for processing material blanks into near-final shapes and providing a precise foundation for subsequent operations.
Rapid Prototyping
Waterjet technology offers wide material selection, low per-unit cost, and fast production speeds, making it an ideal choice for rapid prototyping.
End-Use Production
Large-format cutting capability, wide material selection, and high production efficiency make waterjet an ideal technology for end-use part machining, meeting volume production needs.
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Advantages of Laser Cutting
Waterjet Cutter General Tolerances
| Description | General Tolerance |
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Distance Dimensions |
For full details on tolerances offered by Xometry's sheet cutting service, including edge to edge tolerance and taper, please consult our manufacturing standards. |
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Thickness Dimension |
Thickness tolerances are determined by the material blank. |
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Minimum Recommend Part Size |
3.000" |
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Minimum Feature Size |
2X material thickness with a minimum of 0.125" |
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Kerf (slit size) |
Approximately 0.062" |
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Edge Condition |
Waterjet parts will have a vertical striation on the edges and may show a slight taper. |
This table contains general information concerning Xometry’s waterjet cutting services. Learn more about our official sheet cutting manufacturing standards.
Design Guide: Laser and Sheet Cutting
We've compiled our best tips into this guide to help you understand laser and sheet cutting processes, how to prepare your files, important design considerations for optimizing your parts for manufacturing, and information about Xometry's sheet cutting services.
Overview: What is Waterjet Cutting?
Waterjet Basics
Waterjet cutters, also known as water jet cutters, are industrial machines for flat-cut parts. Water is focused through a nozzle into a high-pressure stream for cutting semi-soft materials like rubber, foam, and wood. For harder materials like aluminum and thin sheet metal, abrasive particles can be added to the water stream.
Waterjet working principlegrain
waterjet cutter connected to high-pressure pump，water delivered through dedicated piping，from nozzle at up to900m/meters per second concentrated jet。precise speed and flow ratio maintains waterjet's unique high-pressure cutting performance。in abrasive waterjet cutting，abrasive（typically garnet or oxideAluminum）mixes with water near the nozzle，then ejected as a fine water stream。CNC technology gives waterjet exceptional precision and repeatability，reliably controls nozzle and water trajectory。waterjet platform software and hardware reduce taper effects，achieves more perpendicular edges on thicker materials
Why Choose Waterjet Cutting?
Waterjet cutting does not cause material deformation or structural changes like laser or other traditional cutting tools. It produces fine, complex shapes with high precision without secondary grinding or polishing. Unlike laser and plasma cutting, waterjet produces no harmful byproducts for operators or the environment. Water is recyclable, reducing waste and costthis，while improving energy efficiency。CNC Waterjet Cuttingmachine can process nearly any material，and easily adjustable cutting modes，flexible switching between pure water and abrasive cutting，making it a versatile machining tool across many industries
Why Kh-tat?
Unlimited Options
Choose from millions of combinations of materials, surface finishes, tolerance levels, marking methods, and certifications to flexibly match your order requirements for truly customized manufacturing.
Easy to Use
No need to handle procurement, project management, logistics, or shipping yourself — we handle everything, parts arrive directly at your door, letting you focus on your core business.
Quality Assurance
KH-TAT is Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, IATF 16949:2016, and AS9100D, ensuring every part meets strict industry standards and quality requirements.
