About L-Series PURE Water Cutting

Looking for an ultra-high-speed, high tolerance waterjet with repeatability to the micron level, with self loading and unloading capability all while running multiple 5 axis cutting heads? The WARDJet  L-Series range of waterjets could be just what you are looking for.

The L-Series was designed by the engineering team of WARDJet  to meet our customers ever growing needs. More and more we come across customers with water only applications including specialized packaging, insulation, sound reduction, flooring (linoleum) and other products made from rubber, foam, and soft materials. We were approached by a customer to build a, high speed, high accuracy, water only cutting system with 5-axis capability. To achieve the high speed requirement there were two options: linear motion or belt drive. Good accuracy is achievable by either of these drive systems, but linear motion control is renowned for its excellent accuracies, placement repeatability and reliability. With that the L-Series was born.

Heavy Duty Build, High Accuracy Cutting.

The frame of the L-Series is extremely robust - made of thick walled steel tubing which is then heat stress relieved. The linear rails and magnets are mounted onto precision machined surfaces with beefed up plates on top of the support. A sturdy design is important to be able to accommodate the multiple 5-axis cutting heads. Finite element analysis is used to check the structural strength, deflection, loads and torque of the various parts and components both when stationary and in full motion. The linear motors allow speeds to be achieved upwards of 2,500 inches per minute or more impressively, over 40 inches per second, with acceleration parameters up to 0.5 Gs. The linear encoder scale can be specified to accuracies of 1 micron, but generally 5 microns suffice.

Productivity

In addition to the motion requirements, a cutting table was needed to keep up with the high production capacity of the machine. A self loading mechanical table was integrated into the system to help feed material from the back to the front of the machine making it more efficient and ergonomic. The cutting table can communicate with the control system to feed material upon completion of cuts to reduce set up time by automatically loading and unloading. This also helps increase operator efficiency.

What makes the L-Series unique? It is controlled by the WARDJet  X-Series controller and has the ability to run multiple 5-axis cutting heads simultaneously.

Expandability
	If additional cutting capacity is needed in the future, cutting heads can be added due to the modular design which can be found in all WARDJet waterjet machines.

The high pressure tubing that delivers the water to the cutting heads is plumbed to minimize failure of the tubing while operating at high speeds.

The stainless steel conveyor belt on the table will be long lasting in the water only cutting environment. The three part tank consists of a steel frame and base with a stainless steel pan lining the inside to prevent wear and rusting.

More to Consider

	Controllers WARDJet offers 3 main controllers with their waterjets, the X-Classic, the XL and the Burny LCD 10.		Grates WARDJet provides you with four different grating options; each one is specific to a different application.
	Pumps WARDJet offers a full range of reliable and efficient waterjet intensifier pumps for every application.		Options/Accessories Choose the options and accessories you need to get the job done.
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