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

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

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

The erosion rate is not constant; it typically decreases as the channel gets deeper. Specialized models are used to predict the final topography for deep channels. It can machine virtually any material

Dicing microelectronic wafers and machining piezoelectric materials without risk of electrical shorts between layers. including high-strength alloys (316L stainless steel)

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?