WATER-CUTTING

To choose the perfect solution for your business, we face a difficult choice – which technologies should we use to achieve the best effect? The answer is not easy. To make a decision, you need knowledge of the methods available on the market. Below, you will find a short guide on cutting technology meanders.

PLASMA – PRICE VERSUS QUALITY

Deciding on plasma jet cutting undoubtedly attracts low cost. Because of that, it is no wonder this is a fairly popular method. In brief, it is plasma cutting. During cutting, the current intensity reaches the appropriate value, the plasma emits energy and heat – thanks to which it cuts easily. In practice, plasma arc cutting is mainly limited to machining steel. The biggest disadvantage of this solution is the difficulty in maintaining perpendicular edges and structural changes which occur in the cutting zone. In addition, this process may be harmful to employees who work with it. In addition to the high noise generated by the device, large amounts of harmful gases and smoke can be emitted during cutting. There is also a significant risk of electric shock.

LASER PRECISION

Another cutting method uses special lasers which generate polarised beam of electromagnetic radiation. They are able to focus a lot of energy on a small working area. Thanks to this energy, the material immediately heats up and melts. When deciding to use a laser method, we must know that very high temperatures are generated during machining. If we cut delicate and thin material, we run the risk of additional processing after cutting.

WATER SWORD

The third option to consider is water-cutting technology. The waterjet method primarily provides versatility and wide application. Using a stream of water under a pressure of several thousand bars we are able to cut virtually any material – even of considerable thickness. Unlike previous cutting methods, the waterjet does not generate heat so there is no risk of thermal deformation. This is very important when machining tool or hardened steel. The waterjet method can be used for both mass-produced and individual items.

 

Thanks to its universality, cutting with water is the best answer to the question regarding which method is best to use. If you are interested in how we cut at Elplast, see what we have to offer today. Please feel free to contact us!