SEPPE Garnet For Waterjets And Abrasive

A water jet should be seen as an accelerated, controlled erosion process. A pure water jet (one without abrasives) is ideal for very soft materials, such as rubber, foam or food products. When abrasive is added, virtually anything can be cut or eroded away. By adding abrasive, you can greatly enhance the cutting capability of your water jet and expand the variety of materials you can cut.
The largest industrial use of garnet in the United States is in water jet cutting. A machine known as a water jet cutter produces a high-pressure jet of water with entrained abrasive granules. When these are directed at a piece of metal, ceramic, or stone, a cutting action can occur that produces very little dust and cuts at a low temperature. Water jet cutters are used in manufacturing and mining.