Intelligent Kerf Compensation

Intelligent Kerf Compensation

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc. is now offering 5-axis waterjet cutting technology with Intelligent Kerf Compensation (IKC).

July 1, 2010

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc. is now offering 5-axis waterjet cutting technology with Intelligent Kerf Compensation (IKC). Available on select Jet Edge 5-axis water jet cutting systems, the innovative IKC 5-Axis waterjet cutting head is capable of making inclined cuts and controlling kerf to ensure optimal part quality. The IKC's capabilities include 600 degree rotation, a maximum angle of +/- 60 degrees and dynamic precision from +/-0.2 to +/-0.5mm/m, depending on the tilt of head.

Glossary terms in this article

  • waterjet cutting
    Fine, high-pressure (up to 50,000 psi or greater), high-velocity jet of water directed by a small nozzle to cut material. Velocity of the stream can exceed twice the speed of sound…