Micro-channel Milling Using Abrasive Waterjets ... May 2026

The small jet size allows for omnidirectional cutting and intricate patterns with radii as small as 0.1 mm.

It can machine virtually any material, including high-strength alloys (316L stainless steel), brittle ceramics (PZT), composites, and laminates. MICRO-CHANNEL MILLING USING ABRASIVE WATERJETS ...

Standard tolerances can reach as low as ±0.01 mm , with surface roughness values (Ra) often below 0.8 µm in hard materials. Common Applications The small jet size allows for omnidirectional cutting

The mechanical erosion process leaves a clean surface without the recast layers often found in wire EDM or laser cutting. Key Technical Insights Common Applications The mechanical erosion process leaves a

Unlike lasers, AWJ is a non-thermal process. It eliminates heat-affected zones (HAZ), preventing thermal distortion or changes in the material's properties.

Fabrication of microfluidic channels and texturing of medical implants.

Abrasive waterjet (AWJ) technology has evolved beyond heavy-duty industrial cutting into a precise solution, specifically for creating intricate micro-channels in hard-to-machine materials. What is Abrasive Waterjet Micro-Milling?