{"id":1222,"date":"2022-02-11T09:10:42","date_gmt":"2022-02-11T14:10:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/epic\/?page_id=1222"},"modified":"2025-03-11T17:38:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T21:38:47","slug":"waterjet","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/epic\/equipment\/waterjet\/","title":{"rendered":"Waterjet Cutter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- This shortcode requires the \u201cheading\u201d and \u201celem\u201d attributes, with optional \u201cid\u201d and \u201copen\u201d attributes: heading=\"heading-text\" \u2013 Specifies what text should be displayed and used as the clickable text to trigger the expansion or collapse. elem=\"element\" \u2013 Sets the style to wrap the clickable text. It is often best to use a heading element (h1,h2,h3,h4,h5). id=\"myidname\" \u2013 Adds an id attribute to the clickable text. open=\"true\" \u2013 Keeps the collapsible section open by default, but allows it to be closed.--><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/epic\/files\/2022\/05\/protomax-sm.jpg\" alt=\"Waterjet Cutter\" width=\"366\" height=\"369\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/epic\/files\/2022\/05\/protomax-sm.jpg 366w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/epic\/files\/2022\/05\/protomax-sm-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" \/><br \/>\n<span>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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Read through this page to learn about the waterjet cutters before you take the Quiz.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/epic\/get-started\/safety-quiz\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none;\" class=\"button minimal\">Quiz for Swipe Access<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>You will be asked to log into your BU Account to take this quiz.<\/p>\n<h4>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4>\n<p><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What is a waterjet cutter?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\nA waterjet cutter uses high-pressure water and an 85 grit crushed garnet abrasive to rapidly cut or engrave a wide variety of materials.<br \/>\nSee also, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omax.com\/learn\/how-does-waterjet-work\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">OMAX: How do waterjets work?<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What materials can I use?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\nThe stock must be flat, rigid, and not be damaged by sitting in water.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<div class=\"div_table\">\n<div class=\"top_left\">\n<ul>\n<li>Aluminum<\/li>\n<li>Titanium<\/li>\n<li>Steel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"top_right\">\n<ul>\n<li>Stone<\/li>\n<li>Carbon Fiber<\/li>\n<li>Composites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>See also, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omax.com\/learn\/what-materials-can-waterjet-cut\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">OMAX: What materials can waterjets cut?<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What is the maximum material size?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12&#8243;x12&#8243;x1&#8243;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What are the limitations of waterjet cutting?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The edge of the cut will be slightly tapered and not square.<\/li>\n<li>Only cuts in one direction so flat pieces only, no pockets.<\/li>\n<li>Default engraving mode cuts a deeper hole at points where it pauses.<\/li>\n<li>The edge of the cut will be slightly tapered and not square.<\/li>\n<li>Possibility that abrasive may embed in soft material.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What tolerance should I use?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00b1 0.005\u2033 | 0.13mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>See also, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omax.com\/learn\/waterjet-cutting-compared\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">OMAX: Waterjet cutting compared to other cutting methods<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">How to prepare a part for waterjet cutting?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\nExport your CAD file as a DXF or DWG to import into the Protomax software. You can also find a list of all compatible file formats from the Omax website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omax.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2021-11\/software-supported-file-formats.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.omax.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2021-11\/software-supported-file-formats.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n<p>See also, <a href=\"https:\/\/knowledgebase.omax.com\/protomax\/content\/kb\/qs-operation.htm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">OMAX: Operation user guide<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What software does the waterjet cutter use?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\nThe 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 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omax.com\/intellimax-software\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.omax.com\/intellimax-software<\/a><\/p>\n<p>See also, <a href=\"https:\/\/knowledgebase.omax.com\/protomax\/content\/kb\/qs-software.htm?TocPath=SOFTWARE%7C_____0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">OMAX: Software user guide<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What is the water pressure?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n30,000PSI<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">What is the kerf?<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n.03&#8243;<br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EPIC has two ProtoMAX by OMAX Waterjet Cutters available in our lab. 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