Why KMT Waterjet 90,000psi matters IN abrasive waterjet cutting

When waterjet abrasive cutting at 90,000psi, with the increased velocity of the water jet stream, the faster the abrasive cuts through the material, which saves time, decreases abrasive usage, and lowers the cost per part.

COMPARE KMT PUMPS FOR LOWEST PRICE PER PART

WATERJET CUTTING 1″/2.5 CM THICK ALUMINUM PART (94.5″/240 CM CUT LENGTH)

AT 90,000 PSI/6.200 BAR 125 hp = LOWEST COST PER PART 

The chart below illustrates how abrasive usage and cutting time results* in the lowest cost per part when cutting at 90,000 PSI/6.200 bar versus 60,000 PSI/ 4.100 bar.

*Results from KMT Waterjet Cut Calculator App and include current operating costs, labor and utilities.

KMT WATERJET BROADEST RANGE OF PUMPS
PUMP MODEL/HP/PSI/bar CUT TIME (Minutes) ABRASIVE USED (Pounds/kg) COST PER PART*

PRO 125

4.68

10.11/4.60

⇒$9.52

PRO 60/90,000psi/6.200 bar
9.37
10.11/4.60
$13.48
PRO 50/90,000psi/6.200 bar
10.55
9.28/4.20
$14.25
SL-VI 100/60,000psi/4.100 bar
7.34
18.05/8.19
$13.47
SL-VI & CLASSIC 50/60,000psi/4.100 bar
13.25
18.95/8.60
$19.00
NEO 50/60,000psi/4.100 bar
13.25
18.95/8.60
$18.60
TRILINE 30/55,000psi/3.800 bar
18.31
18.50/8.40
$23.73

KMT PRO 90,000psi TECHNOLOGY CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS

Longer Seal Life, Less Abrasive Cost, Reduced Maintenance and 100% Increase in Production are just a few of the reasons to switch to the NEW KMT PRO 90,000psi Waterjet Cutting Pumps!

Rodie Woodard of MAXIMUM INDUSTRIES

describes the benefits of longer seal life, reduced abrasive costs (which are 66% of operating costs), reliability and the incredible results he has seen in his business with the implementation of PRO 90,000psi waterjet cutting.

Josh Hitchcock of STAINLESS DRAINS

offers the first impressions of how the KMT STREAMLINE PRO waterjet pump significantly increased seal life hours and has lowered the cost of operation by doubling production, and reduced overtime in the shop.

Read the Stainless Drains Success Story in FF Journal

Brian Riel of ADVANCED FABRICATION TECHNOLOGIES

describes the benefits of longer seal life, reduced abrasive costs (which are 66% of operating costs), reliability and the incredible results he has seen in his business with the implementation of PRO 90,000psi waterjet cutting.

How 90,000psi pressure improves waterjet cutting speed, performance, and lowers abrasive usage.

Improve Productivity, Increase Capacity, Reduce Abrasive Usage, and get the Lowest Cost Per Part, by Upgrading to the KMT Waterjet PRO Series Cutting at 90,000psi.

In 30 years, abrasive waterjets transformed from crude to refined, serving job shops and industries from aerospace to food.

Material advancements, system design efficiency, precise tool control, and higher pressure adoption fueled this evolution.

 Read the full article (pdf) >

a 90,000psi abrasive waterjet cutting a narrow kerf

A 90,000psi abrasive waterjet cuts a narrow kerf, which helps control the waterjet around tight corners and radii.

Most Power - Most Pressure - Most profitability

Unlock the full potential of your cutting operations with the KMT Waterjet PRO Series Pumps at 90,000psi.

Experience unparalleled efficiency and profitability with increased throughput, precise cutting, and the ability to tackle thicker, harder, and layered materials—all while gaining a competitive edge in the market.

The Pro Advantages: 

  • Multiple Shift Operation & High Volume Throughput  More Parts Per Shift = Maximum Profitability
  • Competitive Advantage – Distinct Advantage when Bidding Against 60,000psi Shops
  • Creates Manufacturing Capacity-Increases Shop Revenue Throughput
  • Improved Edge Quality – Cutting @ Mach 3 vs. Mach 2
  • More Precise Cutting-Tighter Stream, Smaller Kerf
  • Cuts Thicker Material – Up to 14”…Near Net Cutting
  • Types of Material – Waterjet cut aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, tool steel, mild steel, Invar, water jet cut composites, marble, stone, granite and much more.
  • Increased Cutting Speed –  90,000psi Accelerates Abrasive at Higher Velocity
  • Hard Materials: Makes Cutting Extremely Hard Materials More Economical
  • Thick Materials: Significantly Improves Cutting Edge Quality
  • Layered Materials: Saves Time & Money by Cutting Several Material Layers at Once

The KMT Waterjet PRO Series pumps offer the Best Value in the Waterjet Industry for the most power, most pressure, most profitability, most capacity, and at the lowest cost per part.

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